Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state assemblymember, has taken the New York City political scene by storm. He's leading the Democratic mayoral primary race, surprising many with his sudden rise. Mamdani's campaign has resonated with younger voters and first-time primary participants, thanks to his in
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is in chaos. The recent overhaul of the committee by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has raised eyebrows and concerns. All 17 previous members were replaced with eight new ones, some of whom have questionable exp
In a surprising twist, the legal team going after Sean "Diddy" Combs has decided to drop some serious allegations. They won't be pursuing claims of attempted arson and kidnapping anymore. These accusations were part of a bigger charge called racketeering, which still includes things like moving peop
Ten years have passed since the International Journal of Neonatal Screening (IJNS) started its journey. It's now a big deal in the world of newborn health. This journal focuses on catching health problems in babies right after they're born. It's like a superhero for tiny humans, spotting issues befo
People who are overweight or obese often try different diets to lose weight. One popular method is time-restricted eating (TRE). This means eating all your meals within a certain window of time each day. But does the time of day you eat matter? Does it affect how you sleep, feel, and live your life?
Forest trees have a knack for adapting to their local climates. This ability has made scientists curious about how to use this knowledge for managing these trees. The idea is to use genetic data to predict how trees will respond to changes in their environment. A recent study looked at black cotton
People often want to see themselves in a good light. This desire can lead to some interesting choices when they get feedback about themselves. For example, they might hear how others see them. This feedback can be helpful, but it can also make them feel bad. So, they might choose to ignore it. This
Epileptic seizures are a common neurological issue, often triggered by irregular brain activity and stress. To tackle this, scientists have turned to EEGs, which measure brain waves. These readings are then analyzed using advanced tech, like deep learning, to spot and predict seizures. One new meth
In a fascinating study, researchers dug into a peculiar dental condition that spans five generations of a family. This condition is not your average tooth trouble. It's a mix of teeth present at birth, missing teeth, and oddly shaped roots. Teeth at birth, known as natal teeth, are already rare, but
Teens are always online, surrounded by posts about vaping and cannabis. These posts can make these habits seem normal or even appealing. It's a problem because it can push teens to try things they might not otherwise consider. Social media is full of images and videos that make vaping and cannabis
