The sudden spike in tariffs on Chinese goods has left many US businesses in a tough spot. For years, companies like Learning Resources have relied on China for manufacturing. Rick Woldenberg, the CEO, had planned for a 40% tariff increase, thinking it was the worst that could happen. But then, the U
The ocean has a secret that has puzzled sailors for over 400 years. They have seen the sea glow brightly, as if the horizon itself was shining. This strange event, known as a "milky sea, " has been hard to study because it happens rarely and far from where most people live. A researcher has gathere
White Americans are facing a new reality. They are being forced to think about their racial identity more than ever before. This is due to significant social changes happening in the United States. A recent study looked into how white Americans handle their identity in these changing times. The stud
The world of viruses is a constant battle. One of the most common foes is the herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). This virus is a big deal, affecting many people worldwide. Recently, there has been a breakthrough in the fight against HSV-2. Researchers have been exploring new weapons to combat this
Teenage mothers face a tougher time with breastfeeding. This is a fact. They are less likely to breastfeed. They are less likely to breastfeed exclusively. They are less likely to breastfeed for two years. These are the cold hard facts. This is not a judgement. It is simply a reality. The rea
Prostate cancer is a common health issue for men. Doctors often use a special scan called 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT to check how far the cancer has spread. This scan looks for a specific marker called PSMA, which is usually found in prostate cells. However, PSMA can also show up in other types of cancer and
The Accelerating Medicines Partnership Schizophrenia (AMP SCZ) program is all about bringing real-life experiences into the world of psychosis research. It is a bold move that has been in the making for over thirty years. This program is not just about finding new treatments. It is about making sure
Uranus has been keeping secrets. It turns out that the planet takes a bit longer to spin on its axis than we previously thought. This discovery came from a recent study that looked at data from the Hubble Space Telescope. The telescope has been watching Uranus for over a decade. It showed that Uranu
The world's rivers have a secret. They shape the landscape and manage carbon in ways that are often overlooked. About 10% of the continents are covered by river floodplains. These areas act like giant reactors. They alter particles from mountains before sending them to the oceans. The time partic
Latin America is a vibrant mix of cultures, but it faces big problems. Political ups and downs and money troubles make it hard to have good healthcare for everyone. This is especially true when it comes to fighting cancer. Money issues in healthcare make it tough to do good research and provide top-
