Airplanes have a big job ahead of them: cutting down on their climate change effects. But it's tricky because we don't know much about what the best ways to do that are. We're not sure how well low-emission fuels will work on a large scale, or how to deal with things like contrails that also affect
Have you ever wondered if having a higher body mass index (BMI) makes a difference in how long frail older adults live with disabilities compared to those who are not frail? This study dug into the mysterious link between BMI and the age at which people become disabled, stay disabled, and pass away
In a surprising turn of events, the Portland Trail Blazers, missing several key players, pulled off a stunning victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The game saw the Blazers' rookies step up in a big way, with Donovan Clingan leading the defense and Shaedon Sharpe lighting up the scoreboard.
Frailty and metabolic syndrome (MetS) are significant health concerns for older adults, impacting their ability to age healthily. It is known that physical frailty can be linked to MetS, with low-grade inflammation as a possible cause. However, what remains unclear is how MetS connects to frailty as
A suicide bomber disguised as a passenger caused chaos and death at Quetta's train station in southwestern Pakistan. The attack happened as passengers waited for a train. Officials report at least 26 people killed and 62 injured. The victims include soldiers and railway staff. The bomber blew himsel
Ukraine's special forces have found a clever way to disrupt Russia's war efforts. They're focusing on something crucial to Russia—its railways. Trains are a big deal for Russia, as they use them to move around supplies and troops. But they're not alone in this fight. Some people within Russia who op
As the 2024 US presidential election nears its end, both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are racing across the country to rally support. They started their day in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but quickly split paths. Harris headed to Atlanta and then Charlotte, North Carolina, while Trump visited North Caro
In 2023, a significant amount of cryptocurrency was allegedly laundered through a mixer called Railgun. This mixer, which helps hide the identity of crypto owners, was used by a North Korean hacker group called the Lazarus Group. The U. S. Department of the Treasury had already blacklisted other mix
China is in a unique situation when it comes to its transportation network. It has the world's longest high-speed rail system and one of the biggest aviation industries. The government has been investing heavily in high-speed trains, connecting cities in just a few hours. This isn't something privat
Senator Elizabeth Warren and Republican challenger John Deaton faced off in a heated second debate ahead of the 2024 senatorial election. The debate, moderated by GBH News and NEPM, covered a range of topics, including abortion and aid to Ukraine. Deaton, a moderate running for office for the first
