The COVID-19 pandemic has been a tough time for everyone. Vaccines have been a big part of the fight against the virus. But, getting people to take the vaccine has been a challenge. This is especially true for those working on the frontlines in the Midwest. These are the folks who have been putt
The brain's health is deeply tied to the quality of sleep one gets. Recent findings show that not getting enough deep sleep or REM sleep can lead to shrinking in key brain areas. These areas are the first to be affected by Alzheimer’s disease. The study looked at 270 people over many years. It found
The stock market is currently experiencing a rough patch. The main culprit? A series of tariffs set to take effect soon. These tariffs have investors on edge, leading to a shaky start for the year. The S&P 500 index has taken a hit, down almost 6% so far this year. This is the worst start since 2020
Heart issues are a big deal worldwide, and they are especially concerning in China. As people live longer, the risk of heart problems goes up. This is because many factors that lead to heart disease can be changed. These include things like smoking, eating poorly, and not exercising enough. However,
Every year, the Journal of Comparative Physiology A honors the best articles in two categories: Original Research and Review/Review-History. The winners are picked by the Editorial Board and the readers who access the articles online. The 2025 awards have been announced, and they spotlight some fasc
Chicken is a popular choice for dinner, but there's a hidden cost to that meal. In early 2023, investigators found shocking conditions on a large chicken farm in Maryland. They discovered chickens packed tightly together, many dead or dying, and a barn filled with a "blanket of chickens. " The smell
A small plane's tragic end in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, has left one person dead. The single-engine aircraft crashed into a home on Saturday, raising questions about what went wrong. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is now leading the investigation, focusing on various factors that co
When it comes to intimate partner violence, or IPV, it is a widespread issue that has serious consequences. Many victims choose not to share their experiences with the police. This decision can make it tough for them to get the help they need. So, what makes a woman decide to report her partner's ab
Injuries to the second neck bone, known as the axis, can be tricky to treat. Why? Because many factors can influence how doctors decide to fix them. A recent effort tried to make sense of all these factors by looking at past studies. They found some interesting patterns. First, let's talk about axi
Tesla's strong position in the American-made car market is a big deal right now. The company has been leading the pack in the American-Made Index since 2021. This index looks at where cars are put together, where parts come from, and how many American workers are involved in making them. Tesla score
