Atractylodes plants, known for their medicinal uses, have three main species: Atractylodes lancea (AL), A. chinensis (AC), and A. macrocephala (AM). These plants have different types of sugars, called polysaccharides, which play a big role in their medicinal properties. Scientists looked at these su
Campus, a college startup with big names like Shaquille O'Neal and Sam Altman behind it, has made a significant move. They've brought in Jerome Pesenti, who used to be a big shot in AI at Meta, to be their new Chief Technology Officer. This isn't just a new hire; it's a whole new direction for Campu
Antibiotics are becoming less effective due to overuse. This is a big problem worldwide. In places with fewer resources, doctors in primary care often prescribe antibiotics without proper oversight. This leads to unnecessary use. While big hospitals have made progress in using antibiotics wisely, sm
The government shutdown is now in its tenth day, and one of the main issues causing the delay is healthcare subsidies. These subsidies, part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), help people pay for their health insurance. They were expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic to help more people afford insura
A powerful storm, called a nor'easter, is brewing off the Southeast coast and is set to bring a lot of trouble to the East Coast this weekend. This isn't your typical winter snowstorm—it's a year-round troublemaker that loves to dump heavy rain and whip up strong winds. Climate change is making thes
Measles is back and spreading fast across the United States. In Minnesota alone, there are now 20 confirmed cases, with three new infections just reported in Dakota County. The latest cases involve unvaccinated kids who likely caught the virus from an unvaccinated adult. This is part of a bigger pro
A sneaky group called Storm-2657 is causing trouble. They are breaking into employee accounts to steal salaries. This group is mostly going after U. S. companies, especially those in higher education. They are using HR software like Workday to do this. The scary part? They are not hacking the softw
MIT has made a bold move by rejecting a proposal from the White House. This proposal, called the "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, " was sent to nine universities. It included demands like limiting international students, freezing tuition, and defining gender in specific ways. MI
In the USA, around 16% of adults face trouble swallowing, known as dysphagia. This issue often comes from health problems like strokes, Parkinson's, or cancer. But here's something not talked about much: how this condition affects people's faith, cultural foods, and community ties. People with dysp
People often turn to their beliefs to deal with tough times. This review looks at how different religions help people cope. It compares two main types: theocentric, which focuses on a higher power, and non-theocentric, which looks inward for strength. The study found three big differences. Theocent
