Fine particles in the air can sneak into a mother's body and affect her baby's weight at birth. This is a big deal because low birth weight can lead to health problems later in life. But how exactly does this happen? One possible answer lies in how the mother's body processes food and
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas have made a significant change in their professional lives. They have chosen to work with Jason Owen, the CEO of Sandbox Entertainment. Jason Owen is well-known in the music industry. He manages several successful artists, including Brandi Carlile, Kac
Chicken is a popular choice for dinner, but there's a hidden cost to that meal. In early 2023, investigators found shocking conditions on a large chicken farm in Maryland. They discovered chickens packed tightly together, many dead or dying, and a barn filled with a "blanket of chickens. " The smell
A group chat on the Signal app caused quite a stir in Washington. It included top officials from the Trump administration discussing an upcoming US attack on Houthi targets in Yemen. The chat was leaked to the public, raising concerns about the security measures in place. Jeffrey Goldberg, an edito
Death is a tough topic. It is a part of life that many people avoid thinking about. For nurses, it is a reality they face often. Yet, nursing education often misses the mark when it comes to preparing nurses for this aspect of their job. Most of the focus is on how nurses handle dying patients.
Lisianthus plants in Vietnam face a tough enemy: Fusarium wilt. This disease is caused by various Fusarium species, and each has its own level of nastiness. Scientists wanted to figure out which species are the most harmful. They also looked for natural defenders among local soil bacteria, specifica
Southeast Asia is reeling from a powerful earthquake. The disaster has left over 1, 600 people dead. This tragedy has also left many people trapped under a collapsed skyscraper in Bangkok. The scene is chaotic. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to save those who are still alive. The earthquake ha
In the heart of Brooklyn, a disturbing event unfolded. Two people defaced a Tesla Cybertruck by carving a swastika and the word "Nazis" onto its doors. The incident occurred around 1 a. m. on Monroe Street, with the vehicle parked and unoccupied. The NYPD's Hate Crime Task Force is now on the case.
Neem seeds might just be the unsung heroes of heart health. These seeds have a secret weapon: tiny protein bits, smaller than 1 kilodalton, that can shield the heart from damage. Scientists wanted to see if these tiny protein bits could protect heart tissue from harm. They used heart tissue from
In a surprising turn of events, Turkey decided to send a BBC reporter packing. This reporter was in the middle of covering some big protests happening in the country. The Turkish authorities didn't like what they saw and decided to label him as a threat to public order. This all went down after he w
