Ever wondered why garlic is such a superfood? Deep inside its bulbs lies a powerful compound called Allicin. Scientists have discovered that Allicin can protect skin cells from sun damage, specifically from UVB rays. They tested this on a type of skin cell called keratinocytes, using the HaCaT cell
Paul Thomas Anderson, the director known for digging deep into California's gritty past, hit a bumpy road with his 2014 film, Inherent Vice. Despite its complex web of lies, drugs, and shattered love, the film bombed at the box office and flew under the radar of critics. Yet, nestled within those fa
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a complex disease that affects multiple organs in the body. Scientists decided to take a closer look at how this condition damages organs over time. They used a special tool called the Scleroderma Clinical Trials Consortium Damage Index (SCTC-DI) to measure the cumulative
Briarcliff Entertainment has picked up the rights to release "October H8te" in early 2025. This documentary, directed by Wendy Sachs, delves into the surge of antisemitism and anti-Israel demonstrations since a Hamas attack on October 7. The film highlights protests on U. S. college campuses, where
In a surprising move, Amazon and Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, have each donated $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration fund. This comes as tech companies seek to mend fences with the incoming president. Amazon will also stream the event on its Prime Video se
Gifting celebrity style just got easier with Amazon’s expansive holiday collection. From skincare to jewelry, these are the gifts stars love. Bethenny Frankel swears by Elemis’ rose-scented balm for a luxe touch. For lips, Gigi Hadid and Alicia Keys rave about Lanolips’ balm. For cozy mornings, Opra
Prime Video has a massive library of movies, making it hard to choose what to watch. Luckily, their top 10 list has some great picks right now. One standout is "The Bikeriders, " a cool crime drama set in the 1960s. It's light on plot but heavy on atmosphere. The movie follows members of a motorcycl
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a global search for effective ways to detect the virus, SARS-CoV-2, beyond vaccines and therapies. One promising method is surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), which boosts the signals of molecular probes using special nanomaterials. Gold and silver nanoparticle
A huge fire, dubbed the Franklin Fire, has been burning in Malibu for days. The fire started on Monday night, fueled by strong Santa Ana winds. It has already grown to over 3, 000 acres, forcing many people to leave their homes. Celebrities like Dick Van Dyke and Cher are among those who have had to
In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, a dark shadow is spreading. Organized crime groups are making their way into more cities than ever before. A new report tells us that in 2024, these gangs were active in over a third of the municipalities in Brazil's vast Amazon region. That's 260 out of 772 to
