A man has taken on a new challenge after overcoming a serious health battle. Tore McCarthy is now part of an elite team. He is ready to tackle some of the toughest jobs in the Port Authority's airports, tunnels, and bridges. McCarthy has always wanted to be part of this special unit. His dream came
In the world of medical research, there's a lot of buzz around something called mesenchymal-stromal-cell-derived extracellular vesicles. These tiny particles, known as MSC-EVs, are like messengers that help cells talk to each other. They've shown promise in treating various health issues, but there'
In the digital age, having a good website is crucial for any business. This includes doctor's offices. But how easy is it for patients to use these websites? A recent study looked into this question in Flanders. They wanted to know what patients think about the websites of their general practiti
A new tool has been created to study how plants and diseases interact. This tool, named DYNAMO-A, looks at how plants grow and how diseases spread within them. It is built on previous models that focused on specific crops like rice and wheat, as well as a more general model meant for education and f
Women, trans women, and non-binary individuals dealing with homelessness have a tough time. They often have to deal with serious health issues. Their average life span is much shorter than the general public. This is a big problem that needs attention. Research shows that these groups face many cha
In the realm of medical innovation, a new contender has emerged to tackle bacterial infections. This contender is not a traditional antibiotic but a smart polymer designed to release sulfur dioxide (SO2) in a controlled manner. These polymers, known as DAPx, are not your average materials. They are
The role of genes and environment in shaping a child's behavior has long been a topic of interest. A recent investigation dug into this by comparing two groups of children: identical twins adopted together from China and same-age, unrelated siblings raised together, often called virtual twins. The
The horror genre is buzzing with news of a fresh take on a classic. A reboot of the 1998 slasher film Urban Legend is in the works. The original movie, set in a New England university, played with urban legends like the deadly mix of Pop Rocks and soda. This new version will explore how urban legend
David Thomas, the leader of the experimental rock band Pere Ubu, passed away at his home in Brighton, England, on April 24. He was 71 years old. His death was announced on the band's Facebook page, where it was mentioned that he had been battling a long-term illness. It was also shared that Thomas w
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to allow a ban on transgender people in the military. This request comes after a federal appeals court temporarily blocked the policy nationwide. The administration argues that the delay in implementing the ban is too long and harms military readi
