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Workers say safety changes at Ward 86 are just scratching the surface
UCSF workers at other sites concerned about safety as well.
'Digger' explained: You got questions? Valid.
Tom Cruise's latest movie has a big twist that might have audiences scratching their heads. Spoilers ahead.
Surprising Short-Notice Welterweight Bout Added to UFC 332
A surprising short-notice welterweight bout has been added to UFC 332, which takes place next Saturday night.As first reported by MMAMania.com, welterweight prospect Jacobe Smith will return to the Octagon to face UFC newcomer Bruce Whitehead in a surprising booking that has MMA fans scratching their heads.Heavy’s Marcel Dorff further confirmed that Smith vs. Whitehead […] The post Surprising Short-Notice Welterweight Bout Added to UFC 332 appeared first on HEAVY.
Abdul-El Sayed, a Democrat, Has an Unlikely Defender: Tucker Carlson
Mr. Carlson, the far-right podcaster, has promoted Dr. El-Sayed’s comments and sharply criticized his Republican rival in a key Senate race. Strategists are scratching their heads.
Illinois Fighting Illini 2026 Football Preview
Some of the more headscratching losses over Nebraska’s lost decade have come at the hands of the Illini. Start with Mike Riley’s throw-the-ball-into-a-gale debacle in 2015, the “field a punt at the goal line” mistakes of 2021 or the Dylan Raiola in full retreat overtime offense in 2024. Almost as bad as against Minnesota; we […]
Eagles Make Head-Scratching Decision Behind Saquon Barkley
All offseason long, the Philadelphia Eagles have generated a ton of hype for their second-string running back, Tank Bigsby. Although Saquon Barkley is the clear-cut No. 1 back on the depth chart, the expectation was that Bigsby would get some more work this season, which would help Barkley save some miles. After seeing Week 1 […] The post Eagles Make Head-Scratching Decision Behind Saquon Barkley appeared first on HEAVY.
Orioles have 'head-scratching' Gunnar Henderson problem amid Mets series
Is this just a down year for Henderson?
‘You can’t resist scratching’: Scabies cases identified at NC prison
Men at Neuse Correctional say they've experienced weeks of intense itching and bumps as prison officials worked to identify and contain scabies.
In 1970, Soviet scientists began drilling into the Kola Peninsula and eventually reached 12,262 metres — creating the deepest vertical borehole humans have ever made, yet barely scratching the surface of Earth’s crust
I had always filed the Kola Superdeep Borehole under facts that sound impressive but do not tell you much: the Soviet Union drilled 12,262 meters into the
Pacers Face Criticism for Head-Scratching Free Agency Move
The Indiana Pacers are facing new criticism for a head-scratching move they made in NBA free agency.
Caleb Williams ceiling outweighs his competitors in NFC North
Caleb Williams is just scratching the surface of what he can be with the Chicago Bears going into this 2026 NFL season
Scientists discover why peach fuzz can suddenly make you itch
A newly discovered network of fine hairs and specialized nerve cells appears to form a dedicated system for sensing mechanical itch, offering fresh insight into why chronic itching occurs. Because humans show signs of having the same pathway, the research could pave the way for more effective treatments for conditions such as eczema.
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea
You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad?
Why scratching a mosquito bite makes it so much worse, according to science
Scratching activates mast cells that release histamine and substance P, creating a prolonged itch-scratch cycle that worsens skin inflammation.
Why scratching a mosquito bite makes it so much worse, according to science
Scratching activates mast cells that release histamine and substance P, creating a prolonged itch-scratch cycle that worsens skin inflammation.
Scratching bug bites feels good – but science says don’t do it
You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad?
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea
You've likely heard it since childhood: Don't scratch that bug bite or rash, you'll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad?
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea
Now researchers better understand why even a mildly annoying itch could put you on an itch-and-scratch cycle if you give in.
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea
For the summer itchiness of bug bites and poison ivy, dermatologists recommend hydrocortisone cream, calamine lotion or oatmeal baths.
Scratching a bug bite feels good but science says it’s a bad idea
Researchers have gained a better understanding of why we have an itch to scratch.
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea
You scratched that bug bite and now it's a big itchier bump. Some science explains why scratching really can make things worse, even if you don't break the skin. University of Pittsburgh researchers put tiny “cones of shame” onto mice to help unravel what happens on a cellular level when an itch ...
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea
You scratched that bug bite and now it's a big itchier bump.
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea
WASHINGTON (AP) — You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad? A lot of things can cause itc…
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea
You scratched that bug bite and now it's a big itchier bump. Some science explains why scratching really can make things worse, even if you don't break the skin. University
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea
You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. A lot of things can cause itchiness, sometimes serious diseases. Whatever the cause, doctors have l...
Has VAR become a lottery at the World Cup?
After a week of strange decisions many supporters have been left scratching their heads with VAR.
Review | Spielberg’s return to science fiction, “Disclosure Day” is a bold, messy blockbuster
Steven Spielberg is one of the most prolific directors of all time, so obviously, when he has a new movie coming out, I get incredibly excited. Spielberg’s return to science fiction with “Disclosure Day” is in many ways just what I expected from him, but also was head-scratching in some areas that I thought it...
Doubling Down on Suno, the Platform for Creative Entertainment
Suno is making creation itself a form of entertainment and is just scratching the surface of this new mode of human expression.
3 head-scratching offseason decisions for Cowboys, 3 great ones
The Cowboys had a productive offseason, marked by well-received moves and a few that left fans scratching their heads.
Small businesses should be a much bigger part of the 'AI transformation' conversation
Surveys show adoption is rising fast, but most small business owners are still scratching the surface of what AI can do for them.
Scientists discover the brain’s hidden “stop scratching” switch
Scientists have uncovered a hidden “stop-scratching” signal in the nervous system that tells your brain when enough scratching is enough. The discovery centers on a molecule called TRPV4, which acts like part of an internal braking system for itch relief. In experiments involving chronic itch similar to eczema, mice missing this signal scratched less often—but when they did scratch, they couldn’t stop.
GameStop’s pursuit of eBay has analysts scratching their heads
It’s not just in your head: GameStop’s pursuit of eBay doesn’t seem to make a lot of sense.
The best, boldest and most ‘wait, what?’ Met Gala outfits, from Bad Bunny’s old-man look to Heidi Klum's marble sculpture costume
Check out the most showstopping — and headscratching — looks from the 2026 Met Gala.
How your body knows when to stop scratching
Understanding how this signal works could lead to better treatments for chronic itch.
This inside-out planetary system has astronomers scratching their heads
A rocky exoplanet in the LHS 1903 system defies planet formation models, hinting that gravitational upheaval reshaped the red dwarf’s four worlds.
Your Skin Could Be Warning You About Mental Health Trouble
Skin conditions in people with first-episode psychosis may signal a higher risk of depression and suicidal behavior, offering a potential early warning marker for clinicians.
Back-scratching bovine leads scientists to reassess intelligence of cows
Brown Swiss in Austria has been discovered using tools in multiple ways – something only ever seen in humans and chimpanzees
Let's Debate: Most Impactful, Most Perplexing Transfer Portal Additions
Which transfers are poised to make the biggest impact next season? And which decisions leave us scratching our heads? Our college football writers debate it.