During World War II, soldiers from Allied countries like the U. S. , U. K. , Australia, and India faced an unexpected challenge: frequent malaria relapses caused by Plasmodium vivax. Even with preventive medicine like quinacrine, they experienced multiple bouts of illness after stopping treatment. I
Ever thought about boosting your skin's healing power with a little heat? Some smart researchers have mixed up a tiny, heat-packed blend that could be a game-changer for recovering from skin injuries. They've combined a spicy substance found in chili peppers, known as capsaicin, with some other help
Have you ever used Google Maps on your phone and noticed how the version numbers have become super long and confusing? Well, guess what? It’s not just you. Google Maps' version numbers used to be simple, like 11. 155. 0103. But now, they've grown into something like 24. 47. 01. 697822364. So, why th
In the last decade, a new field called justice health research has popped up. It's like a bridge between the worlds of public health and the justice system. To make sure this area of study is fair and focused, researchers are taking a close look at what's been done so far. They're checking for any m
Quitting smoking is tough, and many people struggle to stay smoke-free after they've made a quit attempt. This is where technology steps in. Researchers have come up with a smartwatch that can detect when you're about to light up and sends you helpful reminders to stay strong. The idea is to catch y
In a surprising turn of events, former FTX executive Gary Wang won't serve any jail time for his role in the crypto exchange's downfall. On Wednesday, a U. S. district judge sentenced him to three years of unsupervised release and time served for four fraud-related counts. The judge, Lewis Kaplan, p
Scientists studied how capsaicin, the spicy compound in chili peppers, affects muscle proteins when exposed to certain free radicals. They found that adding more capsaicin can actually improve how these proteins form gels. This is important because strong protein gels are key to making foods like me
Imagine this: You're enjoying your favorite show online, and suddenly, you're hit with a data cap. You might think, "That's not fair! " But hold on. Cable companies and the incoming FCC chair have a different view. They believe data caps are actually good for you. Let's dive in and see why. In the
Tropical Depression Sara, which emerged on Thursday in the Caribbean, is being closely monitored by the National Hurricane Center. This storm is quite unusual for November, as hurricanes in Florida during this month are extremely rare. To stay informed, you can check out the latest maps and models t
Have you ever walked a familiar path with your eyes closed? It turns out, humans have a fascinating ability to travel from one place to another without seeing or actively thinking about their journey. This skill is called human odometry. Researchers recently reviewed 23 key studies on this topic. Th
