Anthony Mackie, star of the upcoming film Captain America: Brave New World, found himself in hot water over a comment made about the iconic superhero. While promoting the film in Italy, Mackie sparked backlash by suggesting that Captain America isn't just about America. He took to Instagram to clari
Laetrile and amygdalin are sometimes called vitamin B17, but are they really miracle cancer fighters? Let’s break it down. Laetrile is a man-made version of amygdalin, a natural substance found in certain plants. Both have a special part called a nitrile group, which releases a toxic gas called hydr
You know those tiny viruses that attack bacteria? They're called phages, and scientists are looking at them as a possible way to fight antibiotic-resistant infections. The problem is, phages can target different types of bacteria, making it tricky to find the right one. Existing computer tools don't
This week, the United States Senate is set to question Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who has been nominated by President Trump to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This position holds tremendous power, governing agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and t
Machine learning is stepping up to help predict COVID-19 cases, especially in regions where data can be a bit iffy. You see, the COVID-19 pandemic hit hard in 2019, causing a lot of sickness and even death. One big problem was getting accurate numbers on how many people were actually sick, especiall
Diabetes increases the risk of atherosclerosis, a condition where plaques build up in the arteries. But how does this happen, especially when it comes to the role of macrophages? Let's dive into the fascinating world of cellular interactions. Scientists used smart tools to compare how cells in the
Researchers have figured out a way to predict how engaged athletes will be, using machine learning. This method focuses on three key aspects: how well the team works together (cohesion), how passionate they are, and how mentally tough they are. These factors can greatly impact an athlete's engagemen
North Korea tested a new cruise missile system this weekend, marking its third weapons display of the year. The test came just days after President Donald Trump expressed his intent to reach out to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The missiles, described as "strategic, " reportedly hit targets after
Donald Trump's first days in office were a flurry of activity, with executive orders and social media posts that left business and political leaders reeling. Among the chaos, there's a glimmer of hope that Trump might tackle one of the world's toughest problems: the ongoing conflict between Russia a
The COVID-19 pandemic shook up how we treat infections, especially with antibiotics. In North Cyprus, community pharmacists have been on the front lines, witnessing changes in how people use these drugs. This study dived into what these pharmacists know, think, and see about antibiotic use during an
