The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has given some taxpayers a little more time to file their returns. If you live in one of 14 states hit by severe weather or natural disasters, you might be eligible for an extension. This includes folks in Louisiana, Vermont, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, as
Sexual harassment, or SH, is when someone does or says things that make others feel uncomfortable, scared, or disrespected. A study from Spain looked into how political beliefs affect how people see SH, and how this differs between men and women. Researchers talked to students at a university in Sp
Have you ever thought about what sets great climbers apart from the rest? You might assume that endurance is the key to mastering climbing. However, a recent study looking into the climbing abilities of men and women found something unexpected. Finger strength plays a much bigger role than previousl
House Republicans recently gathered for a secret meeting on Saturday. Former President Donald Trump had a big idea he wanted to share, according to insiders. He wanted to combine border security, energy policies, and taxes into one giant bill. This plan was a bit risky but super important for pushin
Mike Johnson, the newly appointed House Speaker, isn’t having an easy time. He barely squeezed into the job, with some Republicans only backing him at the last minute. These rebels want promises on spending reductions and a say in major laws. Johnson agreed to create committees to trim government wa
Have you ever wondered about the tiny world that lives inside seeds? It's a fascinating place where microbes, known as endophytes, play a crucial role in plant growth and survival. These microbes act as both a reservoir and a carrier of beneficial microbes for the mother plant. During seed dormancy,
Ever had back problems and wondered about the best minimally invasive surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis? Two common options are Delta large-channel endoscopy and unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE). Both aim to minimize tissue damage and speed up recovery, but which one is the best? A recent study
You might think that constant wrist pain and swelling from synovitis would make anyone anxious. But does it really? Let's dive into a study that looked into this using clinical data and a fancy technique called Mendelian randomization. First off, wrist synovitis can be a real pain. It affects how y
When Russia stopped sending natural gas through Ukraine on January 1, it sent shockwaves across Europe. But for Moldova, a small country nestled between Ukraine and Romania, the impact was felt differently. Russia, aiming to weaken Moldova's pro-Western government, is using the gas cutoff as a tool.
The first weekend of 2025 kicked off with a bang, raking in $105M in total ticket sales, a 22% increase from last year's $85. 9M. The top movie was Mufasa, which earned $24. 5M in its third week. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 followed closely with $20. 7M. Despite the strong start, these numbers are still fa
