Ever wondered how the way you strike the ground while running affects your foot, shank, and rearfoot coordination? A study set out to find just that. They looked at two groups of runners, those who hit the ground with their heels (rearfoot strikers or RFS) and those who hit with their forefoot or mi
In New York City, drivers have always found creative ways to avoid paying tolls. Now, with the introduction of congestion pricing, some folks are already plotting how to bypass these new fees. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) relies on tolls to fund its operations, including subways,
The Baltimore Ravens finished the NFL regular season with a bang, securing the AFC North title after a decisive 35-10 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Amidst this impressive win, it was defensive lineman Michael Pierce who stole the show. Weighing in at a massive 355 pounds, Pierce surprised every
Are you an outdoor enthusiast looking for a reliable communication tool? Xiaomi has just the thing! Starting January 3, 2025, you can pre-order their Sports Walkie-Talkie for only 399 yuan (about 52 euros). This little gadget packs a big punch with its lightweight design and powerful features. Weig
Imagine you're planning a big party. Now, think of the costs involved: food, drinks, decorations, maybe even a band. This is similar to what researchers in Iran did, but instead of a party, they were calculating the cost of Type 2 diabetes. They found that this sweet enemy isn't just affecting peopl
Have you heard about Streptococcus suis? It's a sneaky bug that's caused some serious problems in pigs, leading to major losses for the farming industry. Yet, its threat to humans was often overlooked, even after a big outbreak in Sichuan, China, that left people very sick. Scientists in Zhejiang P
Ever stopped to think if taking shortcuts is common in the world of fighting sports? Scientists are digging deeper into this, and shockingly, it's more widespread than expected. Athletes sometimes use performance-enhancing drugs to jump ahead of the competition, but at what cost? These substances ca
When it comes to foodborne illnesses (FBI), the economic damage can be huge, especially in developed countries. One of the biggest hits is the loss of productivity. This happens when people miss work because they're sick, aren't as efficient when they do work, or have long-term health problems that
You might think that once a good program to keep kids active and eating well is started in preschools, it would continue easily. But that's not always the case. Researchers wanted to figure out what makes these healthy habits stick in early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings. They found th
Master Sgt. Matthew Livelsberger, a Green Beret from the 10th Special Forces Group, died in a dramatic event on New Year's Day. He rented a Tesla Cybertruck and blew it up outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. Before his death, investigators found a note where Livelsberger expressed th
