Did you know that plastic waste can take hundreds of years to break down? That's why scientists are on the hunt for better solutions. One promising find is polyhydroxybutyrate, or PHB, a biodegradable polymer made by microbes. Mexico, with its diverse microbial world, is a hotspot for these tiny hel
Residents in parts of Upper Manhattan are frustrated. Since New York City started charging drivers to enter certain parts of the city, their streets have turned into parking nightmares. Many commuters are avoiding the new $9 toll by parking their cars in these neighborhoods and taking public transpo
In a surprising turn of events, actor James Woods has discovered that his house in Los Angeles is still standing, despite earlier indications that it had burned down in the recent wildfires. Woods shared the news on social media, calling it a “miracle. ” He returned to his neighborhood to find his h
Lately, countries close to China have shared health updates about human metapneumovirus (HMPV) as cases seem to be rising in China. HMPV is a respiratory infection that often has symptoms similar to a common cold, but can lead to complications like bronchiolitis or pneumonia, especially in younger a
In 2024, Detroit hit a significant milestone: the lowest homicide rate since 1965 with 203 victims. Despite the city's population growth, this is a clear sign of progress in combating its violent reputation. Mayor Mike Duggan noted this trend, recalling when the city first got under 400 homicides in
Ever wondered how your neighborhood could affect your kids' education? Research has already shown that where you live can help or hinder kids' growth, but it's less clear how exactly neighborhoods do this. A recent study combined maps and surveys to figure out how different neighborhood resources an
For the past 25 years, France has been monitoring HIV and hepatitis B and C among drug users through the ANRS-Coquelicot survey. This unique experiment, conducted in cities across the country, has recruited participants from various services like drug treatment centers and harm reduction facilities.
Charles F. Dolan, the brain behind some of America's biggest media companies like HBO and Cablevision, has left us at the age of 98. His family confirmed that he passed away peacefully due to natural causes. Dolan's journey began in Cleveland, where he dropped out of John Carroll University. His big
Boys from Hingham pulled off an exciting 6-5 win against Archbishop Williams in the Arrow Sports Holiday Classic final. This was their first win in this tournament after losing last year. Hingham's head coach, Tony Messina, was back on the bench after missing the semifinal due to illness. He was thr
Charles F. Dolan, the visionary behind Cablevision Systems Corp. , has passed away at the age of 98. Dolan revolutionized the television industry in the 1960s by laying cable in lower Manhattan, betting that people would pay for better programming. He founded Home Box Office Inc. (HBO), American Mov
