China's digital economy is booming, but there's a hidden cost. The rapid growth of digital sectors is driving up demand for coal-based electricity. This, in turn, is pumping out a lot of CO2, contributing to climate change. The tricky part is that the exact sources of these emissions within the supp
The world of medicine is changing fast. Genetic and genomic research are at the heart of this change. They offer big hopes for tackling long-standing health issues in Black communities. These issues include cancer disparities and poor outcomes. However, there are big hurdles to overcome. Many i
ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, is a tough disease. It makes muscles weak, including those that help with breathing and coughing. This leads to problems with coughing and secretions, which are mucus and other fluids that build up in the lungs. For healthcare workers, managing these issues is
Kiwifruit is in a pickle. A tiny bacteria, Pseudomonas syringae pv. actinidiae, or Psa, is wreaking havoc. This bacteria causes a nasty disease called kiwifruit canker. It's a big headache for farmers and a threat to the kiwifruit industry. The usual fixes involve harsh chemicals like copper or anti
Nerve pain can be a real drag. It often stems from injuries that squeeze nerves, causing a mix of stress, inflammation, and issues with the tiny powerhouses in our cells, called mitochondria. This type of pain is known as chronic constriction injury, or CCI. Vitexin is a plant-based compound that m
A well-known spot in Lexington is shutting down. Via Lago, a restaurant that has been a part of the community for 37 years, is closing its doors. The owner, Alan Jick, made the tough call not to renew the lease. Why? The restaurant's catering business never fully recovered from the pandemic's hit. T
In many developing countries, teens face big mental health hurdles. But their thoughts on the matter often get sidelined. That's where co-design comes in. It's a way to shape solutions that fit the specific needs and setting of a community. But making it work in places with few resources and uni
Black women in England face a tough challenge when it comes to HIV prevention. They are at a higher risk of getting HIV, but they often miss out on getting PrEP, a medicine that can stop HIV before it starts. This is a big problem because most studies and efforts have focused on men who have sex wit
The central United States is no stranger to rough weather. But this spring has been unusually tough. The region is still recovering from a brutal storm system that swept through over the weekend. This storm was a series of tornadoes that struck the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. The aftermath
Google has rolled out a significant update to its AI assistant, Gemini. This update will bring Gemini to a wide range of devices, making it more accessible than ever. So, what does this mean for users? Well, it means that Gemini will soon be available on smartwatches, cars, TVs, and even extended re
