The Curiosity rover has sent back some fascinating pictures from Mars. These images show strange patterns on a mountain. Scientists think these patterns might tell us about water on Mars a long time ago. Mars is a dry, dusty place now. But it wasn't always like this. Long ago, rivers, lakes, and ma
In care homes, many women get urinary tract infections (UTIs). A recent study looked at how these infections are treated. It checked out the antibiotics given to women in long-term care homes. The study wanted to see if one type of antibiotic, fluoroquinolones (FQs), caused more problems than other
During the Windows 95 era, PC manufacturers found a sneaky way to offer full versions of trial software without paying for licenses. This trick was discovered by Microsoft while they were working on the Plug and Play (PnP) standard, which was supposed to make setting up hardware easier. Microsoft c
Rail traffic in the U. S. has been a mixed bag lately. While some goods are moving more than before, others are seeing a slowdown. This is especially true for intermodal transport, which involves moving goods in containers by rail. The numbers show that intermodal traffic has taken a hit, likely bec
Plastic is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. But what happens when these tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, find their way into our bodies? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at samples from different organs of people who had passed away.
Measles has made a comeback in North Carolina. A child in the Greensboro area tested positive for the virus. This has put hospitals in the Triangle area on high alert. They are watching for any new cases. Measles is highly contagious. It can spread through the air and stay on surfaces. Experts say
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state lawmaker, has made waves in New York City politics. Born in Uganda to Indian parents, he moved to New York City at a young age. His mother is the acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair, and his father is a professor at Columbia University. Mamdani's journey to politics is
Google's Gemini chatbot is getting an update that's got people talking. The change lets Gemini access certain apps on your phone, even if your chat history is turned off. Sounds scary, right? But let's break it down. Before this update, Gemini could only use apps like Phone, Messages, WhatsApp, and
Ace Bailey, the 18-year-old forward from Rutgers, is making waves in the 2025 NBA Draft. He's kept things low-key, skipping public workouts for teams. Some people, like current NBA players and analysts, aren't happy about this. They think it's a strange move. Bailey says he doesn't care where he en
Israel and the U. S. recently took action against Iran's nuclear program. They destroyed three nuclear sites. This was after 12 days of conflict. President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu said they won. They believe they stopped Iran from making nuclear weapons for a long time. The U. N. 's Inte
