The Black Death, a brutal plague that swept through Europe from 1346 to 1353, left behind a trail of devastation. It's estimated that it wiped out a huge chunk of the population. This wasn't the only time the plague struck. It has popped up in different places and times, like in India in the late 18
Galaxy clusters, the universe's heavyweights, are not just lumps of gas and galaxies. They're dynamic places where supermassive black holes act like cosmic artists, shaping and coloring their surroundings with powerful energy bursts. These outbursts create stunning structures like jets, bubbles, and
Ethereum staking is changing, and big names like BlackRock are involved. This isn't just about the technology; it's about the risks and rewards for investors. Staking isn't as straightforward as it might seem. There are three main risks to consider. First, there's slashing. This happens when the sy
Pulsed field ablation, or PFA, is making waves in the medical world. It's quickly becoming the preferred treatment for atrial fibrillation. The reason? It appears to be safer than other treatments. It has a lower risk of causing issues like esophageal injury, pulmonary vein stenosis, and phrenic ner
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common heart rhythm problem. It shows up in 10-20% of people who get coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). This condition can make recovery from surgery harder and riskier. Doctors have a way to fix it during surgery. It's called surgical ablation (SA). Many studies s
In New Jersey, the fight against HIV is getting a boost, especially in Black communities where the impact is felt the most. Gene Huffman, a 34-year-old from Paterson, knows this struggle well. He's been living with HIV for years but has managed to keep the virus under control with daily medication a
Chicago is about to get really cold. A weather alert has been sent out for many areas around the city. This alert covers parts of Illinois and Indiana. It starts Saturday night and lasts until noon on Sunday. During this time, the wind will make it feel like it's -20 to -25 degrees outside. This kin
Black women facing money troubles often struggle to keep up with breast cancer meds. A recent study tried to find better ways to help them. The goal was to make sure these women take their pills as prescribed. The study focused on Black women with lower incomes. These women often have a hard time s
Astronomers have made a big discovery. They found a cosmic explosion that lasted for seven hours. This is the longest gamma-ray burst ever seen. It was detected by NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope on July 2, 2025. The burst, named GRB 250702B, is different from others. It had repeating explosi
In the U. S. , Black and Hispanic adults often deal with more heart problems than other groups. This is a big issue. One thing that might help is how well people use technology for health. This is called digital health literacy. But we don't know much about how this works in these communities. Hear
