Plants have clever ways to protect themselves. When bacteria attack, they make special chemicals called hydroxycinnamoyl tyramine conjugates. These chemicals can hurt the bacteria, strengthen the plant's walls, and send signals to prepare for more stress. Scientists wanted to understand how these c
The Trump administration has put an end to federal funding for research projects that use tissue from aborted fetuses. This decision was announced by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and took effect right away. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) will no longer use its funds for
Kansas is looking at a new way to handle digital money. Lawmakers there want to create a special fund for Bitcoin and other digital assets. This isn't just about holding onto these assets but also about managing and growing them. The idea is to update old laws about unclaimed property. Right now, i
Measles cases in the US have surged, hitting a 35-year high in 2025. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a staggering increase from 285 cases in 2024 to 2, 144 in 2025. The upward trend continued into 2026, with at least 171 cases reported in just the first two weeks. Exper
Donald Trump, now 79, has been open about his health lately. He recently shared that he takes more aspirin than his doctors suggest. He thinks it helps his blood flow better. But doctors say that's not how aspirin works. It doesn't make blood thinner. Instead, it stops clots from forming. Trump's d
A well-known figure, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. , has suggested that his flu shots might have caused his voice disorder. He stopped getting the flu shot in 2005 and thinks it could be the reason for his spasmodic dysphonia, a condition that affects the vocal cords. However, experts say there's no solid
The UK's drug scene is a complex web. It's not just about the drugs themselves. It's also about the violence that comes with it. This violence isn't just random. It's tied to the drug market. It's tied to the way drugs are sold and controlled. In the UK, one big issue is something called "County Li
New Zealand is dealing with the consequences of severe landslides that struck the North Island. The worst hit was a popular campground in Mount Maunganui. Heavy rains triggered the disaster. It happened on Thursday morning. The landslide buried parts of the campground under mud and debris. Up to nin
Cancer is often seen as a genetic curse, but the truth is more complex. Less than 10% of cancers are purely genetic. The rest are linked to toxins, inflammation, and lifestyle choices. This means our environment and habits play a big role in cancer development. For years, pioneers like Dr. Max Gers
A huge AI data center is being built in South Jersey, and not everyone is happy about it. The developer, a French company called DataOne, says this center will be different. They claim it will be eco-friendly and won't hurt the community. But many locals aren't convinced. The center is massive, cov
