Introducing new genes and species into ecosystems can be a game-changer for conservation. It's like adding new players to a team—they can bring fresh skills and boost performance, but they might also disrupt the team's dynamics. Both synthetic biology and conservation introductions have their pros a
Ever wondered what happens when you mix alcohol and cannabis? Researchers found that this combination can affect how college women respond to risky situations. They studied young women aged 18 to 24 who had been heavy drinkers or cannabis users in the past month. Using a method called ecological mom
Imagine this: dozens of people chatting online about a scary virus called "monkeypox, " and drama unfolds. People start calling each other names, spreading false info, and getting nasty. This isn't new – social media's always had a dark side. But during big health crises like the 2022 mpox outbreak,
Jake Paul and his girlfriend Jutta Leerdam are known for their adorable social media moments. This time, they grabbed everyone's attention with their charming photos from the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The couple, both busy with their respective careers, managed to squeeze in some time together at the F1
Recently, NFL enthusiasts have taken to social media to express their discontent. They're urging the league to reconsider its partnership with Jay-Z following a disturbing allegation. A woman claims Jay-Z assaulted her at an MTV VMAs afterparty in 2000 when she was only 13. She added this to an exis
Researchers have been quick to blame social media for negative impacts on teens' mental health, but is it the whole story? A recent study decided to find out by tracking 154 teenagers aged 12 to 15 every four hours for two weeks. They wanted to see if using social media causes more negative emotions
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N. Y. ) has openly criticized certain cost-saving measures suggested by the "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE). In a recent social media post, she highlighted how these proposals might negatively impact veterans, seniors, and the disabled. Ocasio-
Meet Cade York, a 23-year-old football phenomenon for the Bengals. Beyond his on-field achievements, York has captured hearts off the field too. In July 2024, he found himself in a long-distance relationship with Zoe Dale, a cheerleader for the Dallas Cowboys. Despite their hectic schedules, their b
Loneliness is a common feeling, but why do lonely people often feel that their social interactions aren't enough? Some researchers think it might be due to their views of the world. If lonely people see the world as a negative place, they might not engage in social interactions that could help them
Imagine trying to figure out who's calling the shots in your neighborhood's COVID-19 response. That's what researchers did in Texas, using a social network approach to spotlight influential community organizations. They picked three regions—Houston/Harris County, Cameron County, and Northeast Texas—
