Hawaii's Big Island has two unique beaches: Papakolea and Richardson Ocean Park. They are quite different. Papakolea is exposed to the open ocean and has fine sand. Richardson is sheltered and has coarse sand. This makes them perfect for studying how microbes live in different coastal environmen
The desert city of Dubai is buzzing with crypto excitement. The city's latest crypto extravaganza was a yacht party hosted by DogeOS. This was the grand finale of the Token2049 conference. The party was held on a massive, five-story yacht called the Lotus. It was 220 feet long. The event was a
The Otago Medical School (OMS) is a big deal in New Zealand's health scene. It's been around for 150 years, making it the first of its kind in Aotearoa. Its journey began just six years after the University of Otago was founded in 1869. Despite a rocky start, it has grown into a top spot for learnin
A seasoned firefighter from Baltimore is now fighting a different kind of fire. He was diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer on Valentine's Day. This is a type of cancer that starts in the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. The firefighter, Steve Dorsey
In the fight against COVID-19, many groups sought ways to boost vaccination numbers. One effective strategy involved Black pastors in South Carolina. Their approach was studied using a model that looks at how new ideas spread. Ten in-depth interviews were conducted with these pastors. The goal was t
Religion plays a big part in how most people think about life and science. This is especially true when it comes to editing genes that can be passed down to future generations. People often look to their faith for guidance on these complex issues. It is important to consider these religious views
A recent study looked into whether a mix of activities could help older folks in Japan with health issues like high blood pressure or diabetes. The goal was to see if this mix could slow down memory loss and other thinking problems. The study took place over a year and a half in a single apartment c
The chess world watched in awe as Magnus Carlsen, a top player, faced off against an enormous team of 143, 000 players from around the globe. This was no ordinary match. It was a marathon game that spanned over 6 1/2 weeks, with each side having 24 hours to make a move. The World team, consisting
A special education teacher in Mississippi is facing serious charges after being caught in a compromising situation with a student. The teacher, Natalia Elizabeth Wright, 31, resigned from Lewisburg High School in DeSoto County, after being accused of inappropriate behavior with a student. The situa
The world of medicine is changing fast. Genetic and genomic research are at the heart of this change. They offer big hopes for tackling long-standing health issues in Black communities. These issues include cancer disparities and poor outcomes. However, there are big hurdles to overcome. Many i
