The universe is mostly made up of dark matter and dark energy. These components are invisible but shape the cosmos and speed up its expansion. The rest is ordinary matter, found in protons and neutrons. This ordinary matter is hard to spot because it's spread out like fog between galaxies. Scientist
Golf is a sport that brings many families together. It is a tradition that many families enjoy on Father's Day. It is a way for families to connect and create memories that will last a lifetime. In Baton Rouge, many families took advantage of a brief window of nice weather to hit the greens. The
The air we breathe is filled with tiny, invisible particles. Among these are spores from a fungus called Aspergillus fumigatus. This fungus is a silent threat, especially in warmer, wetter states like Florida, Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, and California. It can cause serious lung infections, particula
The universe is full of surprises, and one of its biggest puzzles has finally been cracked. For a long time, scientists have known that ordinary matter, the stuff we can see and touch, makes up only a small part of the universe. But where is the rest of it? This question has baffled astronomers for
The World Test Championship is back and ready to rumble. The first series of the 2025-27 cycle is set to kick off in Sri Lanka. Bangladesh is gearing up for a tough tour against the home team. Both teams have had a tough time in Test cricket lately, so they are both eager to turn things around and m
Aluminium ions are proving to be a game-changer in the fight against water pollution. These ions, specifically metastable aluminium ions, are being used in a new process to break down oxytetracycline (OTC) in water. This process is a type of Fenton-like reaction, which means it uses hydrogen peroxid
Medical history is crucial for accurate diagnoses. Yet, it's often missing in CT scan orders for the abdomen or abdomen/pelvis. This gap can lead to incomplete radiology reports. So, a study looked into how often malignancy history is documented in these CT scan orders. It also checked if this histo
Breast cancer patients often face a tough decision after a mastectomy: should they opt for conventional or hypofractionated radiation therapy? This question has been the subject of recent studies. The focus is on the risks of secondary cancers in the opposite breast and the same-side lung. This i
Liver cancer, specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is a serious health issue worldwide. It is the most common type of liver cancer in adults and often leads to death in people with cirrhosis. Traditional treatments, like chemotherapy, come with many unwanted side effects. This has led resear
The journey to menopause can be a bumpy ride for many women. This phase, known as perimenopause, often brings along a mix of physical and mental changes. These changes can sometimes lead to a condition called perimenopausal depression (PMD). It is not just about feeling a bit down. PMD can seriously
