The Hajj pilgrimage is a massive event. Every year, millions of Muslims from around the world gather in Saudi Arabia. It's a spiritual journey, but it's also a physical challenge. Over the past decade, heart problems have been a big concern for Iranian pilgrims. Heart diseases are a leading
Imagine trying to find the perfect movie to watch. It's not just about finding any movie, but one that fits your unique tastes. This is where personalized recommendations come in. Traditionally, these systems struggle with understanding complex relationships between items. For instance, they might n
Mindy Kaling’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony was a big deal. She was given a star on the famous walk. Her friend B. J. Novak gave a speech that was both funny and heartfelt. He joked about how much Mindy loves being famous, even though it's a weird part of her job. He also praised her for handling
Clear aligners are a popular choice for straightening teeth. They are clear, removable, and can be taken out for eating and cleaning. But do they work as well as traditional braces? A recent study took a close look at how clear aligners move teeth. The study focused on the upper ba
Hospitals can be scary places for kids. They're away from home, surrounded by unfamiliar faces, and dealing with pain and stress. But what if a friendly robot could make their stay a bit easier? That's the question researchers wanted to answer. They looked at many studies to see if social robots cou
Imagine a world where kids have the power to fix unfair systems. That's exactly what a recent study explored. Researchers wanted to see how children handle inequality. They created a game where kids could move resources around. The resources were divided into four categories: basic needs like food a
Let's dive into how our brains interpret shapes and light when it comes to seeing through objects. First, we need to understand that our perception of how translucent an object is can be greatly influenced by its shape. This is a well-known fact. But what about when we are in a complex environment,
Malnutrition in children is a big deal, especially when they're in the hospital or have a long-term illness. This isn't just about kids not eating enough. It's about how their bodies can't get the right nutrients they need to grow and stay healthy. This is a big problem that doctors and nurses have
Plants can be sneaky, stealing nutrients from other plants. They do this through special structures called haustoria. These haustoria act like straws, sucking up nutrients from the host plant. But how do these parasitic plants know when to stop making more haustoria? It turns out, they have a clever
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery is a delicate procedure. Doctors use it to treat conditions like Parkinson's disease. But there's a risk of bleeding in the brain, which can cause serious problems. A recent study looked back at past surgeries to see how often this happens and what doctors can do
