Last weekend, Beirut was rocked again by Israeli airstrikes. This time, central Beirut faced a powerful attack that left at least four dead and 33 injured. Buildings in the Basta neighborhood were severely damaged, with an eight-story residential building completely destroyed. These strikes followe
The COVID-19 pandemic taught us a lot about how diseases spread indoors. One big lesson was that crowded, poorly ventilated spaces can be hotspots for infection. Most classrooms in the U. S. don't have mechanical ventilation, so they can fill up with tiny virus particles in the air. Scientists used
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. These warrants are for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. The ICC accuses them of depriving Gaza civilians of essentials like food, w
Another volcanic eruption in Iceland? Yep, it happened! This time, it was near the capital, Reykjavik, and it was the seventh one this year. The eruption started suddenly at night, creating a long fissure and spewing lava and smoke into the air. But don’t worry, no flights were disrupted, and the ci
Israeli politicians from different sides of the political spectrum have joined forces to criticize the International Criminal Court (ICC)'s decision to issue arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Netanyahu's office labeled the warrants as "an
In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the death toll in Gaza has reached a grim milestone. Health officials report over 44, 000 people have lost their lives. Women and children make up more than half of the fatalities, according to local health authorities. The Israeli military claims to
In a surprising move, the United States has blocked a UN call for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. This decision has sparked a storm of criticism from Palestinians and raised questions about the US's role in the conflict. Meanwhile, Lebanon is pushing for a deal to end its own fight with Israel. But
US envoy Amos Hochstein has reported significant advances in the effort to reach a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. After visiting Beirut, Hochstein stated that the differences between the two sides are shrinking, boosting confidence in a potential deal. Hochstein will meet with Israeli Prime
Imagine having a super-efficient sponge that can soak up tiny, harmful chemicals from water and even fish. That's basically what scientists have created with a new polymer. This polymer, made from a substance called 4-pyridinemethanol, is like a tiny, porous magnet for troublesome chemicals. These
Metabolic syndrome is a growing health issue in the US, but current treatments like lifestyle changes and medication aren't always effective. Interestingly, it often comes with mental health problems. This study looks at how psychological difficulties, specifically "dysregulation, " affect metabolic
