The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has recently introduced a peculiar new measure to tackle farebeating. At the 59th Street/Lexington station, they've installed spiked metal railings on turnstiles. The design is straight out of a sci-fi movie, but the real-life effectiveness is question
At his Senate confirmation hearing, Scott Bessent, President Trump's pick for the Treasury, revealed a worrying trend in the U. S. economy. he doesn't think America has a revenue problem, but rather, a severe spending issue. Bessent explained that this very problem prompted him to leave his quiet jo
Working on a fish farm in Norway can be dangerous. Fish farming involves high-energy environments with many risks. To keep workers safe, it's crucial to understand past accidents and learn from them. This study aimed to boost knowledge about what makes Norwegian fish farming safer, based on records
Medical school is tough, and it can really affect students' mental health. In the Philippines, a unique tool has been made to see how well students deal with all that stress. It's not just about homework or tests, but also their personal lives. The idea is to give teachers a better way to support st
Sean Duffy, a former Congressman, is being considered for the role of Transportation Secretary by President-elect Trump. His main goal? Ensuring that America's roads and skies remain safe while embracing new technologies like drones and self-driving cars. Duffy wants to modernize the Department of T
Have you ever wondered how scientists measure heat in super small samples? One method they use is called plasmon energy expansion thermometry, or PEET. This method helps them see how hot different parts of a tiny sample are. Recently, scientists checked out how well PEET works in measuring the tempe
A group of health experts has decided to split obesity into two categories: clinical and pre-clinical. This move aims to address the ongoing debate about whether obesity is always a disease. Obesity can lead to serious health issues like diabetes and heart disease, but not everyone with obesity has
Germany faces a significant issue with child maltreatment. Hospital data plays a vital role in tackling this problem by helping to identify and support at-risk children and teens. However, there's a lack of systematic evaluation and classification of these hospital records. This piece aims to provid
Standing still might seem simple, but it's a complex balance act. Many health conditions can mess with this balance, making daily tasks tough. Researchers usually test balance in labs, but now there are affordable tools called inertial measurement units (IMUs) that can check balance in real life. Bu
President-elect Donald Trump's recent comments about expanding U. S. territory have sparked concern across Europe. He suggested that U. S. power should extend into Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal. This has raised eyebrows, especially in Europe, where leaders are trying to convince Russia's V
