A big question in health research is whether there's a single factor that affects both our mental and physical well-being. This factor, if it exists, could explain why some people struggle with both mental and physical health issues, while others seem to breeze through life. This is especially imp
In the world of medicine, a huge milestone was reached in 2024. It was the 15th birthday of ChEMBL. It is a big deal because ChEMBL is a massive, free-to-use database. It is like a giant library filled with information about drugs and how they work. This library is hosted by the European Bioinfor
Astrocytes are like the brain's support crew. They keep neurons happy and healthy. But when something goes wrong with astrocytes, big problems can happen. This is exactly what occurs in Alexander disease. A faulty gene called GFAP causes astrocytes to malfunction. This leads to a cascade of issues,
Online conspiracy theory (CT) discussions can lead to some pretty intense beliefs. People who join these chats can end up with some serious ideas. But how do these beliefs change over time? This is where things get interesting. Researchers dug deep into the world of Reddit, looking at 36, 000 use
New York's prison system faced a major shakeup. Over 2, 000 prison guards were fired for not returning to work after a lengthy strike. This strike, which lasted 22 days, caused significant disruption to the state's correctional facilities. The governor and the state's correctional commissioner decla
Mario Day has arrived, and with it, a wave of exciting deals on Nintendo Switch games. This year might be the last chance to celebrate before the rumored release of the Nintendo Switch 2, so it's time to grab those games you've been eyeing. First off, let's talk about the prices. Nintendo is offeri
In a swift verdict, a jury in Los Angeles dismissed a man's claim that Disney's "Moana" was inspired by his story of a young surfer boy in Hawaii. The jury took only 2 ½ hours to conclude that the creators of "Moana" never accessed the outlines and scripts for "Bucky the Surfer Boy, " created by wri
The U. S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has sent out letters to 60 universities. These institutions are currently under investigation for failing to protect Jewish students from antisemitic harassment and discrimination. The letters serve as a warning that if these universi
Plasma, the liquid part of your blood, can reveal a lot about what's happening in your brain. Scientists are finding out how certain molecules in plasma can act as signs of brain changes over time. This is big news for people with neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer's, and cerebrovascular dis
The Los Angeles County district attorney has made it clear that he does not support the Menendez brothers' bid for resentencing. Lyle and Erik Menendez, who admitted to killing their parents in Beverly Hills in 1989, are currently serving life sentences without the possibility of parole. The distric
