Arab nations are pushing for Israel and the U. S. to let the Palestinian Authority (PA), along with the UN's Palestinian relief agency Unrwa, handle Gaza's recovery after the recent conflict. They fear a political vacuum could cause more problems. Discussions about Gaza's future are set to start soo
Did you know that the vaccinia virus, part of the poxvirus family, can tweak host cells' metabolism? When it's time to replicate, this tiny invader needs certain nutrients to succeed. Scientists recently found that the vaccinia growth factor, or VGF, plays a big role in this process. VGF is like the
California's housing market was already in a tight spot before the recent wildfires. Now, with tens of thousands of families evacuated and struggling to find rental homes, the situation is even tougher. The rental market in Los Angeles and other affected areas was already stretched thin, with vacanc
Antibiotic resistance is a global problem, and misuse of these drugs is a significant contributor. In Romania, the scenario is particularly worrisome, as highlighted on Europe's map of antibiotic resistance. The efforts to tackle this issue rely heavily on healthcare professionals like general pract
Ever wondered if a man's views on gender equality could be linked to his actions in his relationships? Researchers in California decided to find out. They looked into how men's beliefs on gender equality relate to their self-reported instances of intimate partner violence, or IPV for short. IPV is a
In California, firefighters face an unexpected threat: fire tornadoes. These are not your typical tornadoes. Instead, they are caused by wildfires themselves. When the conditions are right—high winds and extremely dry conditions—fires can create their own weather. This can happen when a fire's hot a
Author Neil Gaiman has strongly denied allegations of sexual assault and abuse made by several women. These claims were reported in a recent article by New York Magazine. Gaiman posted a statement on his website, clearly stating, "I have never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone. "
For many people living with schizophrenia, daily pills are the standard treatment. But what if there was a better way to manage this mental health condition? Long-acting injectable antipsychotics, or LAIs, might just be the game-changer. Unlike oral antipsychotics (OAPs), which patients have to reme
Pop singer Beyoncé is donating a massive $2. 5 million to help those affected by the recent wildfires in Southern California. She announced this on her Instagram post, encouraging fans to contribute and learn more at Beygood. org. Beyoncé's contribution will specifically assist families in Altadena
Meet a 28-year-old man from Timor-Leste who shocked doctors with a rare brain infection. This infection, called neurocysticercosis, is caused by a tiny worm called Taenia solium. It's usually found in places where pigs are raised and pork is eaten a lot. But Timor-Leste isn't one of those places, so
