Living longer is great, but it also brings new challenges. People with HIV are now facing a higher chance of a painful hip condition called femoral head necrosis. This happens when the ball part of the hip bone dies due to lack of blood. It's not just HIV that's to blame, though. Medicines used to t
Did you know that many people who take medicine for heartburn still don't feel better? Scientists recently tested a new way to help that doesn't involve pills—they used tiny electric shocks. This study didn't have a control group, but it was done to see if it could work. They wanted to know if these
Imagine a tiny team of heroes fighting cancer. That's what scientists have created with manganese-based nanoparticles (let's call them MNP) and platinum-based nanoparticles (PnP). These tiny warriors activate a special pathway called cGAS-STING in the body, which helps the immune system fight back.
Get ready, Charleston! A unique experience is coming to Citadel Mall in West Ashley. The Charleston Planetarium Society is setting up an inflatable planetarium dome right next to Planet Fitness. This 50-seat theater will offer shows on astronomy, biology, and history, all aimed at inspiring folks, e
Did you know that nature might be showing a preference for certain particles over others? This is what physicists call CP violation, and it's a big deal in the world of particle physics! Let's dive into this fascinating topic and explore how rare decays play a crucial role in understanding this phen
Looking for a new phone? Samsung and Apple just released their latest flagships: the Galaxy S25 and iPhone 16. Both pack a punch, but which one is right for you? The S25 is all about speed and AI, with a powerful processor and clever features that make your phone work smarter. Plus, if you have othe
Get ready, sports fans! The Charlotte Hornets have teamed up with Palmetto Sports & Entertainment to bring you five basketball games live on free, over-the-air TV this season. This is the first time since 2007-08 that Hornets games will be available without cable or satellite in the Carolinas. Thank
In the world of smartphones, our devices are like extensions of ourselves. They help us communicate, work, and even entertain us. With the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Samsung has created a powerhouse with a stunning 6. 9-inch AMOLED display. But even the toughest screens can be vulnerable to scratches and cra
Texas' Republican Party is in a bit of a mess right now. The state's GOP chair, Abraham George, is in hot water. A representative accused him of playing favorites in the race for the next House speaker. This didn't go down well with everyone, and a representative named Cody Harris filed an ethics co
Imagine you're a patient in Shanghai who's had a heart scare. What do you know about keeping it from happening again? That's what researchers wanted to find out. They talked to people who'd already had coronary heart disease (CHD) to see how much they knew about preventing another episode, what they
