Ribbons are like the middle child between polymers and surfaces. They are not as long and thin as polymers, but not as wide and flat as surfaces. Scientists wanted to understand how ribbons change as they get wider and stiffer. They used computers to simulate ribbons and see how they behave. The te
In Colorado, a heated discussion is happening about the use of neonicotinoids, often called neonics. These are chemicals used to protect crops from pests. Farmers apply them to seeds, and as the plants grow, the chemicals spread throughout. This helps keep bugs away but might be hurting bees and oth
In the wilds of East Africa, a young male baboon attempted to challenge the alpha male's position. The alpha male, however, remained unfazed. This scene was observed in 1983. The young baboon displayed aggressive behaviors, such as flashing eyebrows, baring canines, and making vocalizations. Yet, th
Donald Trump, now 79, has been spotted with a slight limp recently. This happened while he was walking with his wife, Melania, at Mar-a-Lago. People started talking about his health after he mentioned using compression socks for his swollen ankles and makeup to hide bruises on his hands. These bruis
Many older adults struggle with diabetes. They need to take care of their feet to avoid big problems. A small study tried a new way to help. It was a short program to teach seniors about foot care. The program had two parts. Each part was one hour long. Seniors watched videos and practiced using fo
President Trump recently shared some insights about his health with The Wall Street Journal. He revealed that he takes a higher dose of aspirin than his doctors recommend. This higher dose, he believes, helps keep his blood thin and healthy. However, it also causes bruising, which has been noticeabl
Enzo Maresca's time as Chelsea's head coach has come to an end after a rocky 18 months. The decision to part ways with the 45-year-old Italian was not made lightly, but a series of disagreements and poor results left the board with no choice. The final straw was a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth, whic
Cyberbullying is a growing problem online, and it's not just in English. In the Bengali-speaking world, it's a big issue too. But there's not much research on it. That's why a recent study looked at over 70, 000 social media comments in Bengali. The goal? To understand and detect cyberbullying bette
The Trump family kicked off 2026 in a low-key manner, choosing to celebrate the New Year at Mar-a-Lago, their private club in Florida. President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were seen together at the event, with Melania making a stylish appearance in a shimmering silver dress. Trump took a mom
In 2025, several well-known figures shared their weight loss stories. These stories highlight the challenges and triumphs of managing weight, often with the help of medications like GLP-1 drugs. Oprah Winfrey, the famous talk show host, spoke openly about her health journey. She started taking GLP-
