In an unexpected turn of events, the US has secured the release of three Americans who had been held captive in China for several years. The news broke earlier this week, with a spokesperson from the US National Security Council confirming the release of Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung. These Am
Lichens, those fascinating plants that grow on rocks and trees, have been around for a long time. Scientists first took notice of them in the 1870s and found that they produce special substances that can affect bacteria and fungi. More recently, we've discovered that lichens have a whole community o
The International Criminal Court (ICC) recently accused Israeli leaders Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant of war crimes. This move has caused quite a stir, and not in a good way. The ICC, which is supposed to uphold global justice, is now facing accusations of bias and overreach. Critics argue tha
Hey, crime drama fans! If you were hoping to see a new episode of ‘High Potential’ on ABC this Tuesday, November 26, we’ve got some news for you. The good news is that the show is coming back in January 2025. The not-so-good news? You’ll have to wait until then to see what happens next. ‘High Poten
Kohl's shares took a big hit, dropping over 20%, after the company's sales plummeted and its CEO suddenly left. The department store, based in Wisconsin, reported that sales in existing stores fell by nearly 10% for the third quarter in a row. This is a tough blow, especially coming just before the
Contraceptives are a popular way for women to avoid pregnancy. But did you know they can cause other health issues too? Some types of contraceptives can lead to weight gain, high blood pressure, and problems with blood sugar. Over time, this mix of issues could result in something called metabolic s
Fresh veggies might seem like a healthy choice, but they can hide some nasty surprises. In Northeast Thailand, where the weather is hot and humid, and farming is big, these surprises come in the form of intestinal parasites. These tiny critters can make you sick, which is a real problem for people l
Let's dive into the world of metabolomics, where scientists are using fair data and Bayesian statistics to unlock the secrets hidden within our bodies. The UC Davis West Coast Metabolomics Center (WCMC) has been at the forefront of this research for over a decade, and they're celebrating their miles
Kohl’s has a new leader on the way! The company recently announced that Ashley Buchanan, currently the CEO of Michaels Companies, will take over as their CEO in January. Tom Kingsbury, the current CEO, will step down on January 15 but will stay on as an advisor until May. Buchanan has been leading M
Best Buy's third quarter of 2025 hasn't been as jolly as they hoped. Sales haven't taken off like expected, and the company is now predicting a smaller annual revenue. Why the slowdown? Early holiday shopping and new tech releases didn't draw as many shoppers as Best Buy had hoped. Even with new iPh
