Imagine trying to create a crystal out of water. Sounds impossible, right? Well, scientists have just done something pretty close. They've made something called a "fluidic moiré superlattice" using swirling vortices in fluids. This is like a special kind of crystal made from water! Here's how they
Imagine you've just found out you have MGUS, a blood condition where proteins aren't acting like they should. Oh, and your doctor says your calcium levels are high? Don't panic just yet. A big study from Iceland, called iStopMM, dug into this exact situation. Out of 2, 546 people with MGUS, 191 had
The Justice Department has started a fight with CVS Pharmacy, claiming they've been filling prescriptions that break the law. These aren't just any prescriptions, though – we're talking about dangerous amounts of opioids, and sometimes even mixes of drugs that aren't safe. Plus, they allegedly got p
The cerebellum, a crucial part of the brain, plays a significant role in balance, gaze stability, and spatial orientation by processing various sensory signals and motor commands. Within this region, certain brain cells called unipolar brush cells (UBCs) are abundant. UBCs receive direct and indirec
November saw a surprising boost in home sales, with a 4. 8% increase compared to October. This puts sales at an impressive 4. 15 million units annually, according to the National Association of Realtors. The best part? This is a 6. 1% rise from last year, making it the third-highest pace of the year
Ever heard of digital maturity in a doctor's office? It's not as easy to measure as it sounds. Companies often use maturity models to see how digital they are, but for medical practices, it's a different story. We don't really know what makes a practice digitally mature. So, let's dive in and explor
Scientists recently explored a new way to make flexible ureteroscopy safer and more efficient. They created a device called the PT Scope™ that can control pressure and temperature during procedures. This tool was tested in multiple healthcare centers to see if it works as intended. Imagine trying t
A peaceful night in the small town of Iva turned into a nightmare when a high-speed police chase ended in a fatal crash. Michael Lee Trotter Sr. was fleeing from the police, and his reckless driving resulted in the death of a bystander and serious injuries to a couple riding a motorcycle. The chase
In a recent development, Icelandic streamer Síminn has jumped on board the upcoming television adaptation of Lilja Sigurdardottir's crime novel trilogy, "Reykjavik Noir. " The series is being produced by Icelandic production house Glassriver, known for shows like "Cold Haven" and "As Long As We Live
You might be surprised to learn that the FBI recently searched the home of Brian Williams, the deputy mayor for public safety in Los Angeles. This isn't just any deputy mayor, though. Williams has been working on crucial issues like police hiring and spending for almost two years. But what's the big
