Imagine you're battling metastatic breast cancer (mBC). You're wondering if a supervised exercise program could do more than just keep you active. Researchers decided to test this idea. They conducted a study called the PREFERABLE-EFFECT trial. This trial compared a 9-month exercise program with usu
You know those painful knee issues many people deal with as they age? It turns out, there’s a surprising connection to how our cells manage energy. Scientists discovered that a protein called FTO helps control a process in our cells called autophagy. Autophagy keeps cells healthy by recycling old pa
Ever wonder what happens when two big retailers, Lululemon and Abercrombie & Fitch, have a strong holiday season? They adjust their sales outlooks! Lululemon has upped its predictions for this holiday quarter, with expected sales growth of 11% to 12%, landing between $3. 56 billion and $3. 58 billio
Recently, some big shakeups have happened in NASA's Science Mission Directorate. Mark Clampin, the head of NASA's astrophysics division, is now filling in as the temporary second-in-command for the entire science division. This is because Sandra Connelly, who used to have that job, is retiring. Mark
In today's tech-driven world, exergames have become a hot topic for encouraging physical activity (PA) among kids. These games combine exercise and gaming, which might sound like a fun way to tackle obesity issues. Researchers recently did a thorough check of available studies to see how effective e
Did you know that betamethasone, a medication commonly used to speed up lung and heart development in preterm babies, could actually change how blood flows in their bodies during and after birth? Scientists studied this in baby lambs, which are often used to understand human infants better. They fou
President Joe Biden had a chat with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday. The White House shared that they discussed efforts to reach a deal to stop fighting in Gaza and bring home the remaining hostages. Biden emphasized the urgency of a ceasefire and the need to increase humanitaria
People living in the Hirakud Command Area of Odisha, India, are battling a silent enemy—chronic kidney disease (CKD) and anemia. This isn't your typical CKD; it's a mystery version, known as CKDu. Researchers decided to dig deeper, linking these health issues to something alarming: pesticides and he
Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) is a type of cancer found in children's muscles. It's often undeveloped because certain controls in cells go haywire. In this cancer, two tiny RNAs, called miR-449a and miR-340, were found to be key players. They control how fast cells grow and change, and also affect a protei
It's no secret that cutting down on meat is good for both people and the planet. University cafeterias, where millions of students eat daily, offer a great chance to encourage young folks to try meat-free meals. This study looked at why some students in a French university cafeteria picked vegetaria
