Tiny plastic pieces, called microplastics, come in different shapes and types. Scientists wanted to see how these tiny plastics move through sand. They looked at two kinds: polystyrene (PS) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). PS was in tiny spheres, while PET came in both spheres and fragments. T
A recent report has shed new light on the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171. This flight was supposed to take passengers from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick. The crash happened just after takeoff, near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Investigators are looking into what went wrong.
A huge legal fight just ended quietly. Meta's big bosses, including Mark Zuckerberg, agreed to settle a case that could have cost them billions. Shareholders were mad about privacy issues that led to big fines. They wanted the leaders to pay up personally. But now, the trial is over, and no one is s
In June, Americans kept their spending habits going strong, even as prices started to climb due to new tariffs. The Commerce Department shared that retail sales grew by 0. 6% from May, bouncing back from a big drop in May. Experts expected a much smaller increase, so this was a pleasant surprise. C
Science is often seen as complex and hard to grasp. To make it more appealing, many turn to short, engaging videos. But there's a catch. Making science too simple might lead to the "easiness effect. " This is when people think they understand more than they actually do. This bias has been studied be
Attachment styles play a big role in how people handle stress and emotions. Recent research dug deeper into this topic, focusing on something called disorganized attachment. This is when a person's way of connecting with others is mixed up and inconsistent. Most studies on attachment have looked at
BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, saw its shares drop by 5% after releasing its second-quarter earnings. The results were a mix of good and not-so-good news. Revenue went up by 12. 9% compared to last year, reaching $5. 42 billion. However, this was a bit less than what experts expected,
Workplaces are changing fast. Technology is everywhere. This shift brings new problems. People sit more. They feel less connected. This can hurt their bodies and minds. Muscles and joints suffer. So do feelings and thoughts. These issues are common. They cause big problems. Companies try to help. Th
In the world of heart health, every beat counts. Doctors often rely on advanced tools to spot issues that might not be visible through standard tests. One such tool is the implantable loop recorder, a small device that keeps track of the heart's rhythm. Recently, this device played a crucial role in
Jessica Alba, known for her roles in "Fantastic Four" and as the founder of The Honest Company, has been making headlines recently. She was seen traveling with Danny Ramirez, who starred in "Top Gun: Maverick" and "Captain America: Brave New World. " The two were spotted in Cancun and later heading
