Researchers wanted to see how radioactive iodine affects rats. They gave them a dose of I-131 and looked at what happened inside their bodies. The focus was on the stomach and intestines, as these are the first places the iodine hits after being swallowed. The team found that the iodine caused stre
In the final week of 2025, the number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits saw a slight increase. This rise, though small, hints at a potential shift in the job market. The latest data shows 208, 000 people filed for jobless claims, up by 8, 000 from the previous week. This number matches
A tech billionaire and his wife are making a big bet on telescopes. They are putting a lot of money into four new telescopes. One of them is a space telescope that could be a big deal. It's called Lazuli. This telescope is set to launch in late 2028. It will be bigger and better than the Hubble Spac
The last jobs report of 2025 is out, and it's a mixed bag. Economists had different ideas about what to expect. Some thought 55, 000 jobs were added in December, which is a bit less than the 64, 000 jobs added in November. But others believed the holiday season could have pushed the number up to 105
In a remote corner of the South Atlantic, a massive iceberg is nearing its end. Iceberg A-23A, once the largest in the world, is now a shadow of its former self. It's turning a striking blue, a sign that it's melting fast. This iceberg has been on a long journey. It broke off from Antarctica's Filc
In a recent turn of events, the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen has accused the United Arab Emirates of assisting a separatist leader in escaping the country. The leader in question, Aidarous al-Zubaidi, is the head of the Southern Transitional Council (STC), which is backed by the UAE. The coalition c
Netflix's latest offering, "His & Hers, " promised a lot but delivered little. Based on Alice Feeney's book, the series follows two leads, Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal, as they navigate a murder mystery in a small town. The story is told from both their perspectives, but the execution falls flat.
Josh O'Connor had a busy year in 2025. He was in four movies. He played different roles in each one. People started to notice him more. He was in a gay romance, a thriller, a western, and a mystery. He also played a priest. Each role was different. But he did them all well. It was hard to imagine an
Scientists found that a protein from egg yolks, called yolkin, can help mice fight off severe infections. This protein can calm down the body's extreme reactions to infections, like those caused by harmful bacteria. Researchers gave yolkin to mice in two ways: through drinking water and directly in
The government's recent changes to workers' rights have sparked a heated debate. Originally, the reforms were expected to cost businesses a hefty £5 billion annually. However, after some concessions, the estimated cost has dropped to £1 billion a year. This reduction has been met with mixed reaction
