Chemsex, a term referring to the use of drugs during sex, has mainly been tied to men who have sex with men (MSM). It’s now a health concern because it’s linked to rising rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV. But there’s more to explore than just MSM. Let's dive into what research
Meet little Emma, a 10-year-old girl who had been experiencing some weird symptoms. She kept having strokes, which sounded really scary for someone so young. Doctors were puzzled because strokes usually happen to much older people. Emma also had a high fever that wouldn't go away, and her skin was c
The head of Chicago's teachers union, Stacy Davis Gates, got some heat for her remarks at a recent meeting. She compared Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez to a student with special needs. Her exact words were something like, "Pedro can't be suspended because he should get extra help like kid
Rachel Reeves, the UK's top finance minister, has made it clear that the budget rules outlined last October are not going to change. During her visit to Beijing, she assured journalists that the government will do whatever is needed to stick to these fiscal rules. When questioned about a possible up
Dorchester School District 2 is revamping its STEM programs with a fresh boost from Google. The tech giant has awarded the district a $25, 000 grant, which Superintendent Dr. Shane Robbins plans to use to spark creativity in classrooms. Unlike usual funds, which are often restricted, this grant offe
Photochemical reactions are like mysterious puzzles in the world of chemistry. Unlike regular chemical reactions, where understanding the energy surface is key, photochemical reactions involve light absorption, leading to a nonstationary state in molecules. This state allows for internal conversions
Imagine using fruits to build better batteries! Scientists are looking into potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) as a great alternative to lithium-ion batteries. These batteries are cheaper and have unique electrochemical features. The challenge is to find anode materials that are cheap, safe, and easy to
Rhode Island's education system isn't working for many kids, especially those from low-income families and communities of color. For example, in 2024, only about 24% of low-income third graders met reading expectations, compared to nearly 50% of their wealthier peers. Math scores show a similar gap.
Thursday was a big day for high school sports in the area. The boys' hockey teams had some close games. Sauk Rapids-Rice squeaked by River Lakes 5-4, and St. Cloud Crush won a high-scoring game against Fergus Falls, 8-7. Hermantown, ranked #2 in the state, had a dominant win over Cathedral, 6-0. In
Pulmonary sarcomatoid carcinoma (PSC) is an unusual kind of lung cancer that quickly spreads and invades tissues. Typically, it's found at later stages, making surgery challenging. There's no clear best treatment for advanced PSC. Researchers looked at how well chemotherapy and immunotherapy-based t
