Japan has been quietly boosting its military presence. On the island of Okinawa, a new regiment of the Ground Self-Defense Force is stationed. This regiment is armed with ship-slaying missiles. These missiles are mounted on trucks. The trucks are dark green. They are easy to move around and hide. Ho
People often find themselves thinking about their favorite TV shows or books long after they've finished them. This is known as retrospective-imaginative-involvement, or RII. It's like a story stays in your head and you keep playing with it in your mind. But what makes a story stick with us like thi
In Western China, the mental health of teenagers is under the microscope. Researchers wanted to see if being an only child affects teen's mental well-being. They used a method called Propensity Score Matching. This method helps to compare apples to apples. It controls for other factors that migh
Trichinosis is a serious health issue that affects both humans and animals. Unfortunately, current treatments often face problems like resistance and poor absorption in the body. This means scientists are always looking for better ways to fight this parasite. One approach is to improve how well drug
China and the United States are locked in a high-stakes game over rare earth minerals. These minerals are crucial for many industries, from cars to military tech. The US has been pushing China to ease restrictions on these exports. The US President recently claimed that China's leader had agreed
In the public eye, Russia's President Vladimir Putin has been vocal about the strong bond between Russia and China. He often talks about how their relationship is a powerful alliance, both in military and economic terms. He even goes as far as to say that this friendship is in a golden age. However,
In the world of early childhood development, spotting issues early is key. But traditional methods can be time-consuming and require lots of resources. So, researchers looked for a faster, easier way to monitor how young minds are growing. They turned to a simple, 3-minute brain scan called resti
The leaders of two of the world's most powerful countries had a chat on the phone. They talked about trade and how to keep their agreement from falling apart. Xi Jinping, the leader of China, used a clever comparison. He said their relationship is like a big ship. Both leaders are like captains, ste
Heart disease is a sneaky killer. It can strike suddenly, leaving little time for diagnosis. This makes it a tough nut to crack for medical experts. But what if there was a way to spot the signs of acute ischemic heart disease (AIHD) even after death? That is what a recent study set out to explore.
The 2025 NBA Finals are happening tonight. The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers will battle it out. The team that wins four out of seven games will be crowned the champion. This is a big deal for both teams. The Pacers haven't been to the finals in 25 years. The last time they were there
