The world is waking up to the consequences of pollution and resource depletion. People are more conscious of their health and the environment, pushing for greener materials. Biobased and biodegradable materials are becoming popular and backed by political support. Biocomposites, especially those use
Fishing can be tough on the body, and it's not just the injuries that are a problem. It turns out, the pain that comes with the job can also mess with a fisherman's sleep. A study looked into this issue by checking out the sleep patterns, health, and work habits of fishermen from four different plac
Imagine this: over half the world's population carries a tiny, spiral-shaped bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). While it's well-known, its impact on people with severe obesity getting a type of weight-loss surgery called laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is still a bit of a myster
In the world of retail, change is a constant, but not for everyone. The Kohl's store in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, has been given a new lease on life. It wasn't listed for closure in a recent announcement, while the Boise store, along with others in Oregon and California, will be shutting down by April.
Boston's MGH and Brigham and Women's hospitals are growing, adding new buildings and acquiring smaller hospitals. This growth isn't cheap. The massive $1. 9 billion expansion project on Cambridge Street is proof of that. But what's the cost to patients? With more market power, these big hospitals ca
Rhododendrons, especially Rhododendron simsii ( R. simsii ), can face serious trouble due to heavy metal pollution. One such metal, cadmium (Cd), is particularly harmful to these plants. Cd can mess with their growth and how they perform photosynthesis. Not much is known about how rhododendron
Nick Kyrgios, the Australian tennis player known for his outspoken nature, has been vocal about Jannik Sinner's doping controversy. Sinner, ranked World No. 1, tested positive for Clostebol in March, which he claims was unintentional contamination. While the independent tribunal didn't ban Sinner, K
Trying to avoid low-value healthcare services can be tricky, but the initiative "Choosing Wisely" is making waves. This campaign encourages doctors and patients to talk openly about the need for certain tests or treatments. It's all about making smart healthcare choices. Low-value care refers to me
Hand surgeries can be complicated when it comes to managing post-op pain. While some hospitals are reducing or even avoiding strong painkillers like opioids for simpler procedures, the situation gets trickier with more complex surgeries. For instance, fixing broken bones often still requires opioids
Imagine turning an old audio cable into a data transmission line that stretches over 143 kilometers. That's exactly what two hackers achieved recently. At a tech gathering in Germany, one hacker showed how to extend Toslink optical audio cables way past their usual 10-meter limit. Another hacker, ju
