Plastic is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. But what happens when these tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, find their way into our bodies? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at samples from different organs of people who had passed away.
This weekend, moviegoers will have a tough choice: high-octane racing or high-stakes horror. "F1: The Movie, " starring Brad Pitt, is expected to zoom past "M3GAN 2. 0, " the creepy AI doll sequel, at the box office. Experts predict "F1" will rake in between $40 million and $50 million domestically,
Ever wondered why some genes are active in certain tissues but not others? Or why they behave differently in sickness compared to health? The answer might lie in the promoters, the gene's silent conductors. Promoters are like the gene's personal managers. They decide when and where a gene should be
The NBA Draft 2025 is happening right now, and it's a big deal. The first round is taking place tonight at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. This year, the draft is spread over two days, just like last year. Tonight, 30 young players will find out which team they will join. The Dallas Mavericks are
The Philadelphia 76ers are trying hard to move up to the second spot in the draft. They want to pick Dylan Harper, but it looks like the San Antonio Spurs are not willing to let go of that pick. The Spurs seem set on keeping Harper for their team's future. The Sixers might end up staying at the thi
Malaysia is seeing more people with long-term health issues. These problems can be avoided or controlled by making better choices. This includes not smoking, drinking less alcohol, eating well, and staying active. Social media is now a big part of sharing health tips. Doctors and health workers are
Heart health is a big deal, and doctors need good tools to spot problems early. One way they do this is by listening to heart sounds. But there's a catch: not all heart conditions are easy to find. This is especially true for coronary artery disease (CAD), which is underrepresented in current datase
The Boston Celtics have made some big moves this offseason. They traded Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis in quick succession. This has left many fans wondering what's next for the team. Bill Simmons, a longtime Celtics fan and founder of The Ringer, shared his thoughts on these trades. He called
In 2013, a simple cruise from Texas to Mexico turned into a nightmare. The Carnival Triumph, carrying over 4, 000 people, caught fire. This fire messed up the ship's power, which meant no toilets worked. Imagine being stuck on a ship with no working bathrooms for days. Yuck! The ship drifted in the
Safety signs in coal mines are not just random pictures on a wall. They are a big part of keeping miners safe. But what makes them work? And why do some signs fail to get the message across? These are the questions that have been bugging experts for a while. A recent study decided to crack this puz
