Helicobacter pylori is a type of bacteria that lives in the stomach. It's known for causing ulcers and can even trigger cancer. One way it does this is by causing something called "gastric intestinal metaplasia" (GIM). GIM is a big deal because it's a step towards stomach cancer. Scientists fou
What if your knee could go back to its original state after injury? This was the question researchers asked about a specific knee surgery. Let's break it down. The surgery in question is called a unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA). Imagine, in the UKA, a surgeon replaces only the da
The film Emilia has a good chance to win the award at the Goya Awards. This award is Spain's answer to the Oscars. The main star, Karla, won't be there at the big event on Saturday. This decision came after some messy backlash. It all started when some old social media posts by Karla surfaced. Thes
Did you know? The latest 787 planes of Air Canada will introduce something new especially for those who travel often. These planes will feature a ''business plus'' seating section at the front of the plane's business class area. This is a big deal as these seats will be separate from the normal busi
Thymidine phosphorylase is a key player in certain types of tumor growth and new blood vessel formation. Because of this, it is an important target for anti-cancer drugs. Researchers have recently created a set of thiazole-hydrazone derivatives to see if they could inhibit its effects. The team b
Schools are where kids spend a lot of time sitting down. This isn't good for their bodies or minds. Imagine a classroom where kids can move around while they learn. These are called Active Learning Classrooms. They're designed to get kids up and moving, which can make a big difference in how they fe
Imagine blasting waterborne pathogens out with supercharged particles. That's what atmospheric pressure plasma jets do. These jets produce various reactive species that target bacteria. But there is a catch, it can cause serious problem. Different bacteria may get killed by different reacti
Heading into Dallas during a sunny afternoon. Suddenly, you hear an uncanny wailing sound. Is it dangerous outside. Minneapolis is equipped with an outdoor warning system. This system is put into action stern weather events to keep people indoors. Generally, it's not clear to novices about the
Picture this: We used to see personalities as black and white, but now it's more like looking at a colorful painting. The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) and the 11th edition of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11) brought in a ne
In northwest Moscow, a grenade blast rocked an apartment building known for its high-end residents. The target? Armen Sarkisyan. This isn't just any name, though. Sarkisyan was a key ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin. He was responsible for creating a military unit called ArBat, which is bas
