On a quiet Sunday afternoon, Bryce Young stepped up in a big way for the Carolina Panthers. With the game on the line, Young showed off his skills and secured his future as the team's franchise quarterback. He didn't have a perfect game, but he did enough to silence critics and give Panthers fans ho
French lawmakers stirred up a potential government shake-up on Monday. They introduced a no-confidence motion targeting Prime Minister Michel Barnier. This move could lead to the far-right party taking the helm. The trigger? Barnier's 2025 budget plan, which includes hefty tax hikes and spending cut
When it comes to fixing big problems caused by head and neck cancers, surgeons have lots of choices. They can use flaps from the body or even organs to help rebuild what was removed. But let's talk about the jejeunal free flap (JFF)—a tiny piece of the small intestine that's somehow perfect for this
This year, Black Friday saw a big change in how people shopped. Instead of heading to stores, many Americans chose to shop online using their phones and computers. Stores didn't see much growth in sales, only about 0. 7% more than last year. But online sales jumped by a whopping 14. 6%! A data firm
Li-ion batteries face a major hurdle: uneven lithium deposition, leading to metal spikes and reduced lifespan. Scientists have found a clever solution in nanorods. These tiny, highly crystalline rods are made from a special organic framework that includes pyrene. Think of them as tiny highways for l
In certain areas of Africa, widows have long been considered weak and helpless, especially when it comes to their treatment during traditional rituals. But what happens when these women decide they've had enough? Let's look at the story of widows in South Africa who are pushing back against the 'sit
Justin Sun, a 34-year-old crypto entrepreneur, made a bold move at a recent Hong Kong press conference. He ate the banana that was part of the $6. 2 million artwork he bought at a Sotheby's auction. The art piece, named "Comedian, " was created by Maurizio Cattelan in 2019. It consists of a banana d
Imagine transforming the used cooking oil from your favorite fried chicken joint into clean fuel. That’s what scientists are exploring with ultrasonic technology. Before the oil can be turned into biodiesel, it goes through a two-step process called degumming and esterification. First, the oil is cl
Ever wondered how hormones like sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and bioavailable testosterone (BioT) impact women’s bone health? A study explored this using a unique method called Mendelian randomization (MR), focusing solely on women. The MR study took a close look at forearm fractures (FAFx) i
Looking for a great Black Friday deal? Check out this offer: you can get two months of Paramount+ and Showtime for just $6 a month. The deal is available until December 4th. Paramount+, formerly CBS All Access, is known for its original series like Star Trek: Discovery and a growing selection of spo
