If you thought only a few members of Congress are dipping their toes into the cryptocurrency market, think again. In recent months, some lawmakers have been quietly buying and selling digital assets. This raises a big question: should members of Congress trade cryptocurrencies when they might be inv
As we celebrate 50 years of the Expanded Programme on Immunization, the quest to wipe out polio faces a big challenge – ensuring enough polio vaccines are available. Recent decades have seen great progress, but vaccine supply issues could reverse these gains. This examination, in line with the Immun
Did you know that ultraviolet (UV) light can be a powerful tool in fighting viruses? Scientists have been exploring different wavelengths of UV-C light to find safer and more environmentally friendly ways to prevent viral infections. For example, far-UV-C radiation with a wavelength of 233 nm can ki
Do Kwon, a South Korean entrepreneur known for his cryptocurrency ventures, has been sent to the United States from Montenegro. The move happened after Montenegro's justice ministry agreed to a US extradition request but rejected one from South Korea. Kwon is the founder of Terraform Labs in Singapo
Did you know the Sun impacts life on Earth in a big way? It drives weather, ocean currents, and even how well our crops grow. But we've only been keeping track of sunspots for about 400 years. So, how do we understand solar changes from way back? Scientists turned to something unexpected: tree rings
Did you know that something as simple as nutshells can help clean up our water? Scientists have found that biochar, made from burning plant material like nutshells, can greatly improve the power of permanganate to break down tough pollutants. By adding biochar to permanganate, the pollutant removal
You might not think about it, but the time of day you get your cancer treatment could make a difference. Scientists have been looking into how our body's internal clock, called the circadian rhythm, affects how well cancer drugs work. One type of drug, called immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), has
Radiologists often struggle to use AI models because their hardware and software don't match what the developers use. Even if they have powerful GPU computers, compatibility issues can arise. Plus, downloading and running AI models can be challenging due to their size and complexity. Enter virtual c
Scientists are in for a shock – they've stumbled upon a new radioactive isotope, 127Xe, using their fancy tool, Xcounts. This gadget was actually designed to spot specific xenon isotopes floating around in the air. Over a couple of months, they snagged 119 air samples with their unique device, SAUNA
Let's talk about Israel's approach to fighting wars. Two veterans who've seen action in both fair and unfair wars share their thoughts. They say the 2003 Iraq War was a mistake, causing lots of civilian deaths. They believe in the 'just war' principles, which aim to make warfare fair. These vets sp
