Laboratory scientists have been studying a wild character in the European countryside. This tiny rascal is the Lewis spider mite, and there is no candy cane to deal with in the end. They do not have a monster of a bad reputation to live up to. It is not the bad guy scientists thought they may hav
Imagine this. Imagine handing over some of the government's most sensitive information, like the key to a vault filled with secrets, to a guy who runs a tech company. This is what allegedly happened with the Trump administration. They gave some of Elon Musk's young employees permission to a
Social media is a powerful tool, but it has also enabled some very inventive scams. This story revolves around a woman named Belle Gibson. She was a popular wellness blogger who built an empire around claims that she was living a healthy life despite a terminal brain tumor. Her story had a strong ap
Elon Musk's team of tech whizzes has been given the green light to scrutinize the Pentagon, which is months away from receiving a proposed budget of $850bn. This move comes after Musk's group, known for its no-holds-barred approach, has already made waves by accessing sensitive information. This inc
Schizophrenia and disordered eating habits are closely linked and this is not breaking news. People with schizophrenia are way more likely to struggle with obesity and eating disorders than the average person. It is believed that the risk of obesity is two to five times higher, and the risk of diso
Ever wondered why some people struggle with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and stress more than others? Turns out, it might have to do with their personality types. Researchers have been digging into this for a while, and they've found some interesting stuff. They've identified three main p
In 2025, a significant debate erupts around high school sports and transgender athletes. Many states are left wondering what to do In Minnesota, the high school sports governing body aims to follow state laws instead of President's orders. This means transgender athletes c
Smartphones are everywhere, and now they're being used to help teens deal with eating disorders. Getting help early makes all the difference. It is a well-established fact that. But what if teens put off seeing a doctor because they don't know how serious it can become? If doctors can figure out a
In a fascinating study, researchers dug deep into the world of gut health. What they found was that the gut microbiome--that's the tiny world of bacteria living in your digestive system--changing. This change was particularly noticeable in those folks who are overweight or obese. This was true fo
Trying to figure out why some folks have trouble with blood sugar and insulin can be tricky. It's not just about one thing, like what we eat, but also how much we weigh and how much we move around. Think of it like a big puzzle. You've got pieces like food, weight, and exercise. Each piece is impor
