Adult body weight can change a lot after we finish growing up. When women gain a lot of weight, the chance that they will develop breast cancer after menopause goes up. On the other hand, having a first pregnancy at a younger age seems to lower that risk. Researchers followed 48, 417 women from the
The seeds of Ginkgo biloba hold a nasty secret: they produce a poison called ginkgotoxin and its sugar‑bound form. Scientists wanted to know which genes make these chemicals, but the details were fuzzy. Using a step‑by‑step RNA sequencing plan, researchers collected seed samples at different grow
The city plans a new supermarket in the heart of East Harlem, aiming to give residents cheaper food and fresh choices. The project will cost about $30 million and uses the existing La Marqueta site, a former marketplace beneath train tracks. City officials said they will finish construction before t
In many cities across China, people turn kitchen scraps into energy by feeding them to large anaerobic digesters. The amount of gas these machines produce, however, varies a lot from one plant to another. Scientists wanted to know why some digesters make more methane than others. They examined seve
The global stock market reacted sharply after President Donald Trump announced a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, heightening fears that oil supplies could be cut off. Brent crude climbed 7. 3 percent, reaching just above $102 a barrel, as traders worried about the impact on energy flo
Idaho recently adjusted rules about using gadgets for hunting after a quick political detour. The state wrote new tech restrictions last year, banning drones, heat sensors, night vision, and live-streaming trail cameras during fall and early winter. These rules were meant to protect fair chase princ
A new day means another round of word puzzles, this time with a sports twist. The latest challenge throws players into four different categories, each hiding a sneaky connection. Some groups rely on familiar phrases, while others twist common words into unexpected meanings. The game tests more than
The Minnesota Lynx locked down their point guard for two more years after agreeing to a top-tier contract with Courtney Williams. Last season she proved why teams chase versatile players like her, putting up 13. 6 points per game while also handing out 6. 2 assists and pulling down 4. 9 rebounds. At
Benin’s presidential vote isn’t just another election—it’s a turning point after a decade under President Patrice Talon, whose time in office left behind a trail of economic gains but also sharp concerns. With nearly eight million voters set to cast ballots, the race pits Romuald Wadagni, the financ
Retirement isn’t just about saving every penny but enjoying the freedom that comes with it. Many retirees struggle not with money, but with guilt over small treats. A coffee and a book at a café might seem trivial, but it’s one of life’s simple joys. Research shows small, regular expenses rarely hur
