Did you know that tiny ocean creatures called protists play a big role in keeping our planet healthy? They help cycle important compounds like carbon and nitrogen. But because they live in remote areas, we don't know much about how they react to changes in their environment. In the southern Pacific
Walmart is tweaking its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, joining other big companies that have paused what some call "woke" initiatives. Filmmaker Robby Starbuck, known for his campaigns against such policies, had a chat with Walmart's top brass. He shared that instead of conflict, t
You might think that skipping a meal could make you feel dizzy and less sharp. But what does science say? A study divided people into three groups: those who went without food for 3 hours, those who fasted for 12 hours, and a group that got a protein shake right after. Afterward, everyone took a bra
Ever wondered how space travel affects astronauts' brains? It turns out, long missions have some interesting effects. Recently, NASA scientists checked how 25 astronauts' brains handled six months on the International Space Station (ISS). They used a special test called the "cognition battery" to se
The COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in domestic violence discussions on Persian social media. Experts didn't want to miss any signs, so they turned to AI for help. First, they used topic modeling to figure out what people were talking about. Then, they combined multiple algorithms to create a power
Imagine you're older and it gets harder to move around your home. Now, think about how tough it must be for those without much money and with mobility issues. This is where social assistive robots (SARs) and smart sensors come in. These tech tools can lend a hand and keep an eye on daily tasks, maki
Blood in the lungs, known as haemoptysis, is a serious concern for those born with heart conditions like congenital heart disease (CHD). When this happens, time is of the essence. Doctors need to quickly determine why the blood is there and how to stop it. Radiologists play a vital role by pinpointi
A Florida woman is about to find out her punishment for a fatal shooting. The shooting happened during a heated argument with her neighbor. The woman, who's white, shot her neighbor, who was Black. This case has stirred up some strong feelings in the local community. The woman could spend up to 30 y
Have you ever thought about how people feel connected to their community? Scientists recently checked this out by using a special scale called the Sense of Community Coherence Scale. They wanted to see if it could measure how understandable, manageable, and meaningful people find their community liv
You might now be wondering about glyphosate, a chemical commonly used in weed killers. It's a big deal because it can cause harm if it lingers in the environment. Scientists have just invented a clever way to spot glyphosate using tiny copper particles, or nanoprobes. These are made by mixing two ac
