Plastic waste is everywhere. It's in our oceans, our rivers, and even on our beaches. The problem is growing fast. Many countries are trying to keep track of this mess. They focus on big pieces of litter, like bottles and bags. They also look at tiny bits, called microplastics. But there's a gap. Th
Samsung is big in phones and TVs, but it makes a lot more. It's a tech giant with a market value of around $500 billion. That means it has many products beyond what most people know. One cool thing is the Galaxy SmartTag2. It's a tiny Bluetooth tracker. You can put it in your bag or wallet. It help
Parasites are tiny but mighty. They have a big impact on health and the environment. The 2025 National Congress of Parasitology is a big deal. It's a chance for experts to celebrate what they've done. It's also a time to plan what's next. The event is more than just a meeting. It's a gathering of m
Lactate is a substance your body makes during exercise or when you're sick. Doctors need to measure it to understand your health. But there's a problem: too much lactate can mess up the tests. Scientists have found a solution. They made a tiny tool, a biosensor, to measure lactate accurately. This
A temporary halt to the violence between Thailand and Cambodia has been agreed upon. Both nations have put their guns down, at least for now. The deal kicked in at noon on Saturday, with both sides promising to stop moving troops around and to keep their planes out of each other's airspace. Thailan
In the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Russia claims to have taken control of a small village in the southeastern Zaporizhzhia region. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces are holding their ground in a nearby town, despite some setbacks. Russia now controls about 19% of Ukraine's territory in the east and sout
Low magnesium levels, or hypomagnesemia, might be a sneaky issue for people on peritoneal dialysis (PD) or a mix of PD and other treatments. This condition could be more common than we think, but we don't have a clear picture of how often it happens or what it means for patients. One big question is
In the heart of rural Uttar Pradesh, India, mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance. They bring serious diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and filariasis. These illnesses are a big problem in this region. Even though there are national programs to fight them, not everyone in the community
Chickens are what they eat, but how exactly does their food impact their growth and energy? A recent investigation dug into this question. Researchers were curious about how tweaking the energy and protein content in chicken feed affects their tiny powerhouses, known as mitochondria. They focused on
Ukraine has shared a new 20-point peace plan with the US. This plan is a big step towards ending the war with Russia. But there are still some big disagreements. One big issue is about who controls what land. Ukraine and the US have different ideas. Ukraine wants to keep the land it has now. The US
