There's a problem in our food chain: harmful chemicals called halogenated carbazoles (HCZs) are found in lotus roots. These roots are a common food, but they contain starch, protein, and fat, making it tough to detect HCZs. Scientists have come up with a new way to solve this issue. They've created
Russia's ruble has been on a wild ride, hitting a low not seen since the start of the Ukraine war. The central bank had to step in to shore up the currency, which slid to 114 against the dollar. This sharp fall has experts worried about the country's economic health. They see signs of a full-blown c
Did you know that Espírito Santo has been grappling with interpersonal violence for quite some time? Let's take a step back and understand what's been happening there from 2011 to 2018. Researchers have been keeping a close eye on how often people reported violent incidents to authorities. But why i
Ever wondered what happens when a city doesn't play ball with federal immigration rules? Well, President-elect Donald Trump's team is cooking up a plan to make life tough for these so-called "sanctuary cities. " These places, mostly run by Democrats, don't always help out with deportations. Trump's
In the heart of California, a Tesla Cybertruck crash led to a fatal fire early Wednesday morning. The incident happened in Piedmont, just outside San Francisco, leaving three people dead and one injured. Police Chief Jeremy Bowers confirmed that the truck crashed at around 3 a. m. , with an unidenti
You might be surprised to hear that a big union like the Teamsters didn't pick a side in the last election. They didn't back a Democratic or Republican candidate, which is pretty unusual. Instead, they asked both parties if they could speak at their events. Only the Republicans said yes. Once Trump
Fresh veggies might seem like a healthy choice, but they can hide some nasty surprises. In Northeast Thailand, where the weather is hot and humid, and farming is big, these surprises come in the form of intestinal parasites. These tiny critters can make you sick, which is a real problem for people l
Between 1840 and 1870, the province of Coquimbo saw a significant transformation in its medical practices. This shift was driven by the arrival of attending physicians at the San Juan de Dios Hospital in La Serena. These doctors brought with them the idea of modernizing local healthcare. One of the
Lawmakers in the US are raising concerns about Hong Kong becoming a hub for financial crimes like money laundering. They think this change started happening after Beijing introduced a new law in 2020. Now, Hong Kong might be helping countries like Russia, Iran, and North Korea avoid international ru
Let's talk about a big change in Santa Monica, California. In 2014, a law called Proposition 47 was passed. This law changed how some crimes are punished. Before Prop 47, certain crimes like theft and drug possession were felonies. After Prop 47, these crimes became misdemeanors, meaning the punishm
