Meet John, a 54-year-old man who had a special map of his brain's blood vessels made. This map, called a computed tomography angiogram (CTA), showed something unique. John's left posterior cerebral artery (PCA) wasn't just getting blood from the vertebrobasilar system, like most people. It also had
Imagine a world before ribosomes existed, where peptides—the building blocks of proteins—needed to form somehow. Now, ribosomes are marvels that combine tiny protein pieces, but they're not simple. So, how did peptides start forming without these tiny helpers? Scientists studied this by looking at
This weekend, the Bay Area is buzzing with holiday entertainment. From classic tales to unique concerts, there's something for everyone. One must-see is the African-American Shakespeare Company's twist on "Cinderella, " which celebrates African American culture and female empowerment. Meanwhile, the
This holiday season, AAA forecasts a whopping 119. 3 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home. That's more than ever before! This isn't just a slight increase; it's millions more than last year and even more than the 2019 record. Why the big surge? It could be because Christmas Day fall
Did you know that plants can make you a better athlete? For three decades, scientists have been exploring how exercise pushes our bodies to the limit. They've discovered that certain plant compounds, like polysaccharides and antioxidants, can turn up the volume on your workouts. Polysaccharides, fo
Young people facing mental health struggles often have to wait a long time for treatment. This delay can be dangerous, especially for those considering suicide. Early detection and support are crucial to prevent such terrible outcomes. One innovative solution is using digital technology to quickly s
Ever heard about a cool method called investigative genetic genealogy (IGG)? It's a big deal for finding DNA matches from crime scenes or disaster victims. With new tech, we can now check millions of SNPs (tiny DNA differences) at once. But, there are some issues like bad quality samples, high costs
As more people gear up to travel for the holidays, one common annoyance tends to pop up — annoying earphone wires during flights. But here’s some relief: the AirFly SE Bluetooth dongle from Twelve South is now discounted to $30, a savings of $5 and an all-time low. This gadget is a lifesaver for tho
As holiday shopping ramps up, Walmart is testing out an interesting new tool to help its workers. The retail giant is planning to attach body cameras to some of its store employees. The idea is to deter bad customer behavior and maybe even cut down on theft. This isn't the first time we've seen this
Shopping for gifts doesn't have to break the bank, especially if you take a cue from celebrities. Stars like Brooke Shields and Shaun White have shared their favorite affordable gifts that won't drain your wallet. For example, Brooke loves the soft lounge dress from Skims, while Shaun White can't ge
