In October 2018, Canada made a big change by legalizing cannabis for recreational use. Most studies so far have looked at the effects of this legalization using snapshots of data collected at one point in time. But what if we could follow the same people over time to see how their cannabis use chang
San Francisco is pinning its hopes on a giant statue of a naked woman to draw visitors back to Union Square. This 45-foot mesh sculpture, created by Marco Cochrane, debuts on January 29. The installation, which glows at night, is meant to attract tourists and revive the district hit hard by the pand
Ever wondered how lizards and birds perceive their world? Scientists looked into this by studying how often these animals shift their gaze. Gazing around helps these critters change their focus, like switching channels on a TV. Lizards, generally loners, spend a lot of time resting. When they're up
In Civilization 7, one of the key aspects that shapes your civilization is Religion and Faith. Unlike previous games, Religion on its own won't grant you a victory. Instead, it becomes a powerful boost for other paths like Culture, Economy, Military, or Science. Let’s dive into how it all works, sta
Between November last year and April this year, something unexpected happened in Jordan. Almost half of the kids under five who were hospitalized had a virus called respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV for short. This virus isn't as famous as others, but it can lead to serious breathing issues like b
Imagine diving into the future of mental health and wellness. Psychedelics, once shunned, are now gaining renewed interest. Why? Scientists and the public are waking up to their potential. Research shows substances like psilocybin (magic mushrooms) and MDMA can rewire the brain, helping with conditi
Imagine a man settling into his trailer home just outside Houston. Shamsud-Din Jabbar had a plan. He was headed to New Orleans. That night, he sat down with his family and dropped a bombshell. "I joined ISIS, " he told them, his words filled with a dark purpose. He shared a disturbing vision: a "cel
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's eight-year divorce battle finally comes to a close. Their split, initiated in 2016 following years of marriage, was no easy task. Despite a prenuptial agreement, Jolie's finances got a significant boost. The main boost came from the sale of her share in their shared Fr
Nvidia, a leader in graphics processing units (GPUs), is getting some positive vibes from analysts. Atif Malik from Citi has given the company a 'Buy' rating and set a price target of $175. That's quite a bit higher than its current price of $144. 47. Malik isn't the only one feeling optimistic. The
Scientists are delving into how the surface of materials affects their ability to change phases. They're focusing on a thin layer of a compound called Germanium-antimony-tellurium (GST). This layer can either become crystal-like or amorphous (like glass). They're using a special math model called th
