Washing machines might seem clean, but they're actually home to tiny hitchhikers—bacteria. These microscopic critters latch onto surfaces made of metals, polymers, and rubber, forming slimy layers called biofilms. They don't just stick to the machine; they also hitch a ride on clothes. Sweat, skin p
Ever wondered if being married really does make you live longer? Well, research has often shown that, yeah, it does. But what about folks who are in non-marital cohabitation—is their mortality rate somewhere in between married and single folks? Sweden, being a leader in family trends, decided to fin
The Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills have been powerhouses in the NFL since they drafted their quarterbacks in 2018. Both teams have racked up many regular season wins, which is great. However, when it comes to the playoffs, they've hit some roadblocks. Can you believe this? The team that loses in
On Thursday, a group of state attorneys general, all Democrats, asked to join a federal legal effort. They want to preserve two gun control policies from the Biden era. One policy requires background checks for buyers at gun shows. The other bans a type of trigger that can make a semiautomatic weapo
Day 3 of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominee hearings gave us a sneak peek into the battles ahead. Scott Bessent, nominated for Treasury, stressed the importance of making Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent. He believes this will prevent a tax hike for the middle class and boost the economy.
Did you know what elite teen rugby players eat in a week? A recent study took a close look at their energy needs, what they burn, and how their meals measure up to sports nutrition guidelines. This wasn't just about fueling their awesome performances, but also about keeping them healthy and helping
Imagine this: a lawyer turned judge, then attorney general, and now, Florida's newest senator. That's the story of Ashley Moody, who's taking over Marco Rubio's seat in the U. S. Senate. Governor Ron DeSantis picked Moody, praising her as a tough prosecutor ready to tackle big issues like immigratio
You might have heard President Joe Biden talk about an "oligarchy" in his recent speech. But what on earth is that? Basically, it's when a small group of super-rich people have a big say in how the government runs things. Biden compared this situation to some really harsh regimes from history. For
You might think taking antibiotics before an endometrial biopsy helps prevent infections like pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). But recent research says otherwise. This study looked back at medical records to see if giving patients antibiotics first made any difference. They found it didn't really
Meet omadacycline, a superhero in the world of antibiotics! This new tetracycline agent fights bacteria that other drugs can't touch. How does it do it? By sneaking past their defenses – both the efflux pumps and the ribosomal methylation tricks. That's why omadacycline has a broader range of power
