Ever wondered why some women lose their babies before they're even born? One hidden factor could be oxidative stress. This happens when the body can't balance out harmful molecules called reactive oxygen species (ROS) and its natural defenses. Think of it like a tiny forest fire inside the body, cau
This Christmas, the Kardashian-Jenner crew chose to swap their extravagant parties for a more laid-back celebration. With home renovations in full swing, the family decided to host a cozy get-together instead of their usual grand Christmas bash. Surprisingly, this wasn't their first casual holiday e
Scientists recently explored whether the Red Cell Distribution Width-Albumin Ratio (RAR) could help predict the fate of patients with sepsis-related Nonthyroidal Illness Syndrome (NTIS). NTIS happens when your thyroid doesn't function properly due to a severe illness, like sepsis. While RAR has been
You know, the old saying "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" usually focuses on physical health. But did you know breakfast can also impact mental health? A study found a surprising connection between breakfast consumption and suicidal thoughts and actions. Yep, you heard it right! It
Get ready for a mixed bag of weather this holiday season! The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has some interesting predictions. Most of the country can expect mild weather, making travel a breeze. But folks on the West Coast and in the south-central U. S. might face some rough
In the wake of new allegations against Congressman Matt Gaetz, some supporters in his former Florida district are backing him up. Sandra L. Atkinson, a former Republican Party chair from Okaloosa County, called Gaetz a "darn good congressman" and said he never let critics, whom she referred to as "h
Attention, winter is here! Over 10 million people from the Northeast to the Midwest are bracing for a chilly Christmas. Weather experts say an arctic air mass is making it cold and snowy. New York City might see some snow showers on Christmas Eve, but don’t expect a White Christmas. Chicago and Detr
Breathing in chlorinated and oxygenated volatile organic compounds (CVOCs and OVOCs) can be dangerous. One way to get rid of these pollutants is by using catalysts that oxidize them. The challenge is keeping these catalysts working well over time. A team of researchers looked into this issue using a
Ever wondered how ginsenosides, the compounds that make ginseng so special, are transformed into minor ginsenosides? This story revolves around Aspergillus niger NG1306, a fungus that plays a key role in this process. Scientists used leaves from Panax notoginseng to kickstart the fungus' growth. The
Early Tuesday, winter weather advisories covered at least 14 states in the U. S. , with the National Weather Service (NWS) predicting up to 18 inches of snow in some areas. These warnings are issued when freezing rain or snow exceeding two to four inches is expected to cause significant travel issue
