Apples are loved globally, but did you know that most of the apples we eat today come from just a few types? This makes our apple supply very vulnerable to bad weather, pests, and diseases. Wild apples are a great way to bring in helpful traits to make our apples stronger, but they're hard to breed
Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, took a nosedive below $92, 000. This slide happens just days before Donald Trump's upcoming presidency. The coin had surged to a record high of over $106, 000 last month, buoyed by hopes of the Fed's final 2024 interest rate cut and Trump's influence on markets.
Think about this: some people believe that how doctors talk to patients might depend on the patient's race or ethnicity. This could be a big deal, right? So, researchers checked out a bunch of studies to see if there's any truth to this. They found a mix of results. Most studies said doctors talk th
Aluminum is a common toxin in our environment that can harm our brains. This study looked at how aluminum affects the brain using rats and nerve cells called PC12 cells. The researchers wanted to understand how a small RNA called miR-98-5p affects a protein called insulin-like growth factor 2 (IGF2)
You might not have heard of Puka Nacua before the 2023 NFL draft. He was picked by the LA Rams as the 177th choice in the fifth round. But fast forward to 2025, and this wide receiver became one of the league's hottest names. Nacua's impressive performance in his first season with the Rams earned hi
Ever think about what's really inside the pills you're taking? You might be surprised to learn that many medicines and anesthetics contain hidden animal parts. This can be a big deal for people with certain religious beliefs, who might prefer to avoid these ingredients. The weird thing is, there's n
Have you ever wondered if surgery can truly help people with spine infections who don't have nerve issues? This study set out to find the answer. It focused on a specific type of spine infection called pyogenic spinal epidural abscess. This infection can cause swelling and pressure in the spine, but
People living in the Hirakud Command Area of Odisha, India, are battling a silent enemy—chronic kidney disease (CKD) and anemia. This isn't your typical CKD; it's a mystery version, known as CKDu. Researchers decided to dig deeper, linking these health issues to something alarming: pesticides and he
Do you know how countries are trying to reduce their carbon footprint? This study took a look at 87 countries from 2000 to 2023, focusing on how climate-related financial policies, or CRFPs, are helping them switch to renewable energy and cut down on CO2 emissions. Using some fancy methods like the
Ever wondered how we can create wise public health policies? It all begins with solid research, but putting it into practice fairly isn't always a breeze. Let's take a page from doctors and hospitals. They rely on evidence to make crucial treatment decisions. We can borrow from their approach and ap
