Scientists performed a unique experiment to observe what happens when Actinium-225 comes into contact with hydrochloric acid. They repeated this experiment four times, ensuring they had precise results. One key method they utilized was liquid scintillation counting to track small radioactive particl
When it comes to spending on radiological protection, there are always tough calls. A society's money is limited, so every dollar spent on radiation safety means less for other needs. Think of it like a pie – slice too much for radiation protection, and other slices get smaller. The ALARA principle
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is currently in a Pennsylvania state prison. He's facing a potential life sentence if convicted for second-degree murder. Mangione was arrested in Altoona on December 9, just days after the fatal shooting in
In a sudden turn of events, Canada's Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland stepped down from her post on Monday. The reason? A disagreement with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over how to handle U. S. President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats. Freeland also resigned from her role as finance min
Penn Entertainment (PENN) is a big name in the U. S. gaming and sports betting scene, owning casinos, hotels, and racetracks. Recently, JPMorgan gave PENN a thumbs up, saying its free cash flow is improving. Boyd Gaming might even want to buy PENN. The company's free cash flow is expected to jump fr
You might have seen a meme comparing old Ford Pinto fires to modern Tesla fires. But is it a fair comparison? Let's break it down. The meme, posted by a political page, says 27 people died in Pinto fires, making it a "joke. " But hold on, that's not the whole story. In reality, Pinto's reputation as
When it comes to a game like Army-Navy, it's not just about winning. It's about tradition, pride, and history. For over a century, these two institutions have faced off on the football field, and every year, the buildup starts early. Really early. At the 125th Army-Navy Game, fans and teams gathered
Scientists dived into a registry called J-PVAD to examine how pumping blood out of the left ventricle before restarting blood flow impacts survival in heart attack patients with severe heart dysfunction. They looked at patients treated with an Impella device from February 2020 to December 2021. Thes
Multiple myeloma (MM) is a tricky disease to diagnose and track with imaging. One of the best tools doctors have is FDG PET/CT, but it's not always easy to read the results. The bone marrow can show all sorts of patterns, making it hard for doctors to agree on what they see. This can make it tough t
Imagine a world where we can predict and plan for the end of malaria. Scientists have created a model that shows how drugs can work together to wipe out this disease. The model focuses on how people and mosquitoes interact, using a system called SIS. It helps us understand how different drugs can re
