In Israel, a group of women face a unique challenge. These are ultra-Orthodox women who are pregnant or have just had a baby. They are often exposed to secondhand smoke. This is a big problem because it can harm both the mother and the baby. But why does this happen? It's not just about personal cho
Plants, like all living things, face stress. One way they cope is by using a tiny molecule called glutathione. This molecule helps protect plants from damage caused by oxidation, a process that can harm proteins. But how does this work exactly? Researchers found that when plants are under stress, l
Porphyrins are special molecules that can do amazing things. Scientists have been playing around with them, adding different bits to see what happens. This time, they added some special groups called nitro and cyano to make the porphyrins extra electron-deficient. Think of it like making a sandwich
Lithium-sulfur batteries are a big deal. They can store a lot of energy, but they have a problem. The stuff inside them, called lithium polysulfides, moves around too much. This makes the batteries wear out faster. Scientists are trying to fix this by making better catalysts. These are like helpers
People have been talking about aliens for a long time. Movies and books often show aliens as friendly or scary. But real-life stories are different. These stories often talk about lone aliens or small groups doing strange things. Things like taking people, doing experiments, hurting animals, and eve
Soldiers and other specialists often face malaria risks when they are sent to different places. To prevent malaria, they are often given doxycycline. But this medicine can cause problems in the stomach and intestines. Researchers wanted to see if long-term use of doxycycline in soldiers leads to mor
A massive protest shook Jerusalem recently, as thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men took to the streets. They were there to oppose a new law about military service. This is a big deal in Israel, where serving in the army is usually mandatory. The protesters were mostly dressed in their traditiona
Doxorubicin, a powerful drug used to fight cancer, has a big problem. It can hurt the heart. This is a serious issue because many people who beat cancer end up with heart failure later. For a long time, scientists thought this heart damage was mainly due to stress and direct injury. But now, they're
On Mars, scientists have found something unusual. The Perseverance rover, exploring Jezero Crater, discovered a strange rock called Cheyava Falls. This rock has tiny black spots and unique patterns. Scientists are excited because these spots contain carbon, iron, phosphorus, and sulfur. These elemen
A wave of firings and harassment has hit people who posted about Charlie Kirk’s murder on social media. Conservative activists, politicians, and an anonymous website are targeting those who shared their thoughts, even if they weren’t public figures. The website "Expose Charlie’s Murderers" claims t
