COP30 in Brazil left many feeling let down, but it wasn't all bad. The event faced tough challenges from the start. The US wasn't there, and Argentina wasn't helping. Plus, there was still no clear plan on how to get $300 billion to help poorer countries fight climate change. That money is needed by
Mouth cancer is a big problem. It's not getting better. Smoking and drinking are big reasons. But now, scientists think tiny germs in our mouth might also play a role. Some bad germs, like Fusobacterium nucleatum and Porphyromonas gingivalis, can cause trouble. They can lead to cancer by causing in
In Washington, D. C. , a disturbing event has unfolded, sparking a wave of discussions about immigration policies. Two National Guard members were shot, leaving one dead and another fighting for their life. The incident has drawn attention not only to the victims but also to the suspect's background
The EU is in a tough spot. They need to find a way to help Ukraine financially, but Belgium is making it hard. Belgium wants some serious guarantees before they agree to use Russian assets to help Ukraine. This is making the EU leaders think of a backup plan. The EU might have to borrow money to gi
Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has recently let go of his long-time right-hand man, Andriy Yermak. This move has stirred up a lot of talk about what it means for Ukraine's government and its ongoing war efforts. Yermak, who was known for his tough political style, had a big role in Ukrain
Sabrina Carpenter's "Short N' Sweet" tour has come to an end, but not without some surprising revelations. The singer recently shared a funny behind-the-scenes secret about her stage performances. She admitted that she had no idea whether she was drinking tequila or water during her shows. This twis
Pope Leo XIV made a significant stop at Istanbul's Blue Mosque during his first foreign visit. This visit was part of his effort to promote unity among Christians. Unlike his predecessors, Leo did not pray at the mosque but showed respect by touring the place. An imam invited him to pray, but Leo ch
Freezing stuff without damaging it is a big deal. Think about ice cream. If it melts and refreezes, it gets all grainy. Now imagine that happening to cells or even organs. Not good, right? Scientists have been working on ways to freeze and thaw things without causing damage. They've come up with som
Viruses are everywhere. They are the most common living things on our planet. Yet, we know very little about them. A new project called VIRE is changing that. It is like a big map of viruses from all over the world. This map includes over 1. 7 million viral genomes. These genomes come from more than
Polymer science is making waves in health tech. Imagine gadgets that stick to your skin, heal themselves, and even break down safely. These are not sci-fi ideas but real advancements in plastic bioelectronics. Unlike old-school silicon tech, these new devices are soft, stretchy, and bendy. They fit
