In Ethiopia, the use of Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) for childbirth is still widespread. This is despite the World Health Organization's (WHO) recommendation that all births should be attended by skilled professionals. The reason? Many communities and pregnant women prefer TBAs. This preferen
Get ready for an epic journey! Christopher Nolan's new film for Universal is taking on 'The Odyssey', a timeless tale originally penned by Homer around the 8th century BCE. This mythic action adventure will be filmed using cutting-edge IMAX technology and is set to hit theaters on July 17, 2026. The
Viruses change quickly to survive in new environments. Sometimes, they pick up positively charged proteins on their surface to stick to negatively charged heparan sulfate (HS) when grown in lab dishes. We studied a virus called enterovirus A71 (EV-A71) and found that a variant, MP4-97R/167G, doesn't
Human nutrition has always been a mix of biology and culture. Let's start from the beginning, when our ancient relatives, the Homo genus, were busy foraging, scavenging, hunting, and gathering. This was a time when food was found in nature, not supermarkets. As time passed, we saw a big shift with t
This year, anime fans were introduced to Dandadan by the team at Science Saru. The first season was a colorful ride with aliens, ghosts, and awesome pacing. Now, season two is on its way, and we just got a fresh look. The new trailer debuted during Jump Festa 2025 and puts our favorites back in the
Tabata training, first designed for athletes, has gained global popularity. It's a type of intense workout that combines short bursts of high-intensity exercise with quick rest periods. The original idea was to push the body to its limits using cycling exercises, aiming to improve oxygen uptake and
Bitcoin has been on a rollercoaster ride, reaching new heights after the U. S. presidential election. The price of a single Bitcoin hit $100, 000 for the first time. This dramatic increase hasn't gone unnoticed by big-time investors and companies. Michael Saylor, a billionaire Bitcoin investor, tri
In a recent development, Icelandic streamer Síminn has jumped on board the upcoming television adaptation of Lilja Sigurdardottir's crime novel trilogy, "Reykjavik Noir. " The series is being produced by Icelandic production house Glassriver, known for shows like "Cold Haven" and "As Long As We Live
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread issue, affecting one in three refugee women in Australia. These women deal with many challenges after resettlement, making them a priority for IPV screening and support. A recent study called SAHAR explored whether refugee women using resettlement serv
In California's Briones Regional Park, scientists stumbled upon a fascinating behavior in ground squirrels — they've started hunting and eating voles! This isn't something squirrels are known for, as they usually munch on seeds and plants. But with a recent increase in vole numbers, these critters h
