The Oklahoma City Thunder's victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves was a significant moment for the team and its fans. The Thunder secured their spot in the NBA finals for the first time in over a decade. The team's star player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, led the charge with 34 points, demonstrating his skill and leadership on the court. The Thunder's win was a domina...
Fungi are everywhere. They are in the soil, in compost, and in water. They are part of the vast kingdom of organisms that includes mold and mushrooms. While they play a crucial role in ecosystems, they can also be harmful to human health. Fungal infections are responsible for around 2. 5 million deaths each year. However, the actual number could be much higher due to...
The Oklahoma City Thunder had a fantastic night, winning big against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This victory puts them up 2-0 in the Western Conference Finals. The star of the show was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who just got the MVP award. He scored 38 points, which is his best in the playoffs so far. He also had 8 assists and 3 steals. This was his fifth straight pla...
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the standout guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, has secured the Michael Jordan Trophy as the 2024-25 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player. This marks his first time receiving this prestigious award, after narrowly missing out in previous seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander is now the second Canadian to achieve this honor, following in the footsteps of Stev...
Citric acid is a big deal in the food industry. It is used in everything from soft drinks to candies. It is produced by a fungus called Aspergillus niger. This fungus is the main player in making 90% of the world's citric acid. The process involves growing the fungus in a liquid mixture and letting it do its thing. The amount of citric acid produced depends on th...
Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is a condition that often leads to developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and autism spectrum disorder. Since 2016, genetic testing for FXS has been part of Japan's national health insurance. Despite this, the number of FXS diagnoses remains surprisingly low. This raises an important question: how well do pediatricians in Japan unde...
Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare genetic condition that affects the body's connective tissues, making bones unusually fragile. This condition is usually identified through clinical observations, but genetic testing can provide additional insights. In Romania, a group of nine patients with type I OI were studied between 2021 and 2024. These patients were seen a...
There is a fresh take on an old classic in the works. The iconic 80s TV series Miami Vice is getting a new life as a drama film. The story will focus on undercover cops tackling drug dealers, just like the original series. This time, it is Joseph Kosinski who will be directing the film. It is not the first time he is taking on a big project. He is currently working o...
Speed and the ability to change direction quickly are crucial skills for young soccer players. These skills were put under the microscope in a recent study. The focus was on how quickly players can switch direction and how fast they can sprint. The research involved 71 male soccer players from junior high school. They were tested on their speed over 20 meters and th...
In a surprising twist, Kanye West revealed a hidden part of his past. He admitted to having a sexual relationship with his male cousin. This confession came as a shock to many fans. The rapper made this revelation while promoting his new song, "Cousins. " In the lyrics, he talks about his cousin who is in jail for life. Kanye also mentioned that he showed his cou...