On Friday night, a white Chevy pickup truck rammed into a Tesla Cybertruck on the Beach Boulevard exit off the southbound 5 Freeway in Buena Park, Orange County. The impact, recorded by vehicle surveillance at 7:22 p. m. , set off a chain reaction, involving two more cars. The Cybertruck received re
Did you know that the tiny blood vessels in your brain play a big role in brain health? Scientists are trying to understand how these vessels, especially the deep medullary veins, are linked to brain injuries. In this study, researchers looked at people who had recently had a small brain injury call
Ever wonder how our early experiences can shape who we become? Scientists are learning a lot from baby mice. These tiny rodents reveal that early stress can significantly alter their behavior when they grow up. For male mice, it’s like they become less interested in hanging out with friends and more
Scientists have discovered that people deal with imagined scary future events in two distinct ways. Using a unique technique to study brain activity, they found that one group of people experienced more anxiety and fewer brain connections while thinking about these events. On the other hand, another
Scott Bessent, a billionaire investor, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the Treasury Department. This is a surprising move, given Bessent's history of supporting Democratic candidates and working for George Soros, a prominent Democratic donor. However, Bessent has been in Trump's cir
Ever wondered how certain T cells can switch their roles in the body? Let's dive into how T-follicular helper (TFH) cells can transform into T-regulatory type 1 (TR1) cells. These changes happen when the body is continuously exposed to foreign substances, a process known as chronic antigenic stimula
Nucleic acid mimics (NAMs) are promising antibacterial drugs, but do they actually cross the bacterial envelope? Scientists used computer simulations and experiments to find out. They studied how NAMs made of locked nucleic acid (LNA) and 2'-O-methyl (2'-OMe) residues move through lipid bilayers tha
Have you ever wondered why men and women often perform differently in winter endurance sports like cross-country skiing, biathlon, and long-track speed skating? While we've looked at summer sports, it's time to dive into the winter games. Let's explore the factors that influence performance in these
Clostridioides difficile infections (CDI) in Germany are a significant health and economic issue. By analyzing health claims data, researchers have gained insights into the costs and outcomes of CDI in adults. This study reveals the economic burden and death rates associated with these infections, p
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Howard Lutnick, a billionaire and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, to be the next commerce secretary. This important role involves overseeing the implementation of Trump's plans to impose and enforce tariffs. Lutnick, who has been a key figure in Trump’s transition t
