The House of Representatives, led by Republicans, has stopped an investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the Signal app. This app allows for encrypted messaging. Hegseth is accused of sharing sensitive military information about operations in Yemen in March. This information was shared in two group chats. One of these chats included his wife, brot...
Medical science has made big strides over the past few decades. One area that has seen significant advancements is the use of aerosols in medicine. The International Society of Aerosols in Medicine (ISAM) has been at the forefront of this progress. To mark its 25th Congress, it's worth taking a look at how far the field has come. The use of aerosols in medical treat...
The U. S. military has been busy in Yemen. They've hit over 800 targets in just six weeks. This operation, named Rough Rider, is all about taking out key Houthi sites. We're talking command centers, air defenses, and even places where weapons are made and stored. The Houthis have been causing trouble in the Red Sea. They've been using missiles and drones against shi...
The landscape of music licensing in the U. S. has changed a lot in the last decade. For a long time, there were only three big organizations that collected money for songwriters and publishers: ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC. These groups handled the rights for different songs in similar places, like bars and TV stations. Things were pretty straightforward. But then, in 2013,...
The world of football is always evolving. One big step forward is the World Congress on Science and Soccer 2025. This event is all about pushing the boundaries of what we know about the sport. It's a chance for experts to share their latest findings and for fans to see how science is changing the game. Football is more than just a sport. It's a blend of strategy, at...
Science is a powerful tool. It can guide policy and shape the future. Yet, how science is used in policy-making can vary greatly. This is especially true when it comes to political beliefs. Think tanks and Congress often reflect these differences. Political leanings can influence how science is cited. This means that the same scientific evidence might be interpreted...
A prominent figure in American politics is preparing to leave the stage. Senator Richard J. Durbin, who has represented Illinois for over four decades, has decided not to run for re-election. This move marks the end of a significant political career. Durbin, who is 80 years old, has been a key player in the Senate, serving as the second-highest-ranking Democrat for t...
A recent town hall in Florida turned into a heated debate when Congressman Byron Donalds faced a crowd eager to challenge his views. The event was anything but calm, with attendees frequently shouting and interrupting the congressman. Donalds, a member of the House Oversight Committee, found himself in the middle of a storm over the Department of Government Efficienc...
The political buzz in Washington is not about the usual economic storms, like the trade tensions or the threat of a recession. Instead, lawmakers are rushing to shine a spotlight on stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency that most Americans barely know about. This digital currency sector is worth a whopping $230 billion. The push to regulate stablecoins is seen as a w...
A recent town hall event in Georgia turned chaotic when protesters disrupted the gathering. The event was led by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. The police had to step in and tase some of the protesters to restore order. Greene later commented that she was not fazed by the disruption. She also mentioned that she receives more death threats than many other ...