Scientists are looking at why people with a muscle‑inflammation disease called idiopathic inflammatory myopathy (IIM) often develop heart failure. They used computer tools to sift through many genes and found a handful that might be linked to the heart problems. One of these is a small RNA called mi
Fungi can change their shape on the fly. When the outside world shifts, they switch between cell forms to survive or infect. Scientists know a lot about the genes that trigger these changes, but they have not looked closely at what fuels them. A new study shows that the sugar‑processing rou
The discovery that a well‑known television host is linked to two early U. S. presidents shocked her and viewers alike, revealing a distant cousin relationship that spans nearly nine generations. This finding sparked curiosity about other public figures who share similar ancestral ties. A prominent
Deep in a cave in Italy, scientists made an astonishing discovery. They found the remains of a teenager who lived 12, 000 years ago. This young person had a rare condition that affected her bones. Her arms and legs were much shorter than usual. This condition is called acromesomelic dysplasia, Marot
Inside the body, there are tiny factories called germinal centers. Their job is to make top-notch antibodies. These antibodies help fight off germs. Recently, scientists found a special group of cells called pre-plasma cells in mice. These cells are like apprentices learning to become full-fledged p
Researchers found that a specific protein, Adamts5, plays a big role in muscle healing. When this protein is missing, muscles don't heal as well after an injury. This is because the protein helps control inflammation and scarring, which are important for muscle repair. In an experiment, scientists
Lung cancer is a major health issue, with many different types. RNA sequencing is a method used to study genes in cancer cells. It can identify fusion genes, which are mixed-up genes that can fuel cancer growth. This helps doctors choose the right treatment for each patient. In China, experts have
People around the world are sharing more than ever. Freecycling, where folks give away items for free, is becoming popular. But why do people do it? A recent study looked at 16, 773 people from 34 countries to find out. Trust plays a big role. People who trust others more are more likely to give th
Jude Stewart, a 14-year-old, recently challenged her grandmother, Martha Stewart, to speak up about immigration issues. This happened after a nurse named Alex Pretti was killed during an ICE protest. Jude's text to her grandma was direct: "I’m not sure it’s excusable to not be speaking up right now.
Prediction markets are online platforms where people can bet on the outcomes of future events. These markets have gained popularity in recent years, with platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket leading the way. Kalshi, which means everything in Arabic, allows users to trade on the outcomes of events ra
