Imagine this: an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court for Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This isn't just a big deal in Israel, but it also raises some questions here in the United States. The court thinks Israel might have done something wrong in the Gaza Strip, like usi
A year after the Lahaina fires, Native Hawaiian homeowners are still battling to rebuild their lives. Mikey Burke, a fourth-generation Lahainan, lost her home and now faces overwhelming costs. Rental assistance ran out months ago, and she was denied an extension. Many residents are now at a crossroa
Ever thought about what's happening to food when you heat it up again? Let's dive into some interesting facts. For example, spinach has something called nitrates. If you overheat it, these nitrates can turn into something called nitrosamines, which aren't good for you. So, fresh spinach is a better
Antibiotics are crucial in treating sick animals, but their misuse can lead to big problems, like antibiotic resistance. In Ethiopia, veterinary clinics in different farming areas were studied to understand how these medicines are prescribed and used. The research aimed to see if these practices fol
In 2015, all United Nations member countries adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to achieve by 2030. This analysis focuses on how data from LinkedIn can help understand the connection between these goals, especially SDG12, which focuses on responsible consumption and production, and the
Imagine a civilization so advanced they can steer entire stars! A new study suggests that aliens might do just that to travel the galaxy. Instead of building spaceships, these intelligent beings could propel their star systems by making their stars radiate or evaporate in one direction. This would m
Hey there! You might want to check your fridge. Cucumbers shipped to lots of places in the US and Canada are getting recalled due to a salmonella scare. SunFed Produce said they're pulling back whole fresh cucumbers sent to stores and restaurants between mid-October and late November. You'll find th
Have you ever thought about what happens to all the plastic we throw away? A lot of it ends up in the air we breathe as microplastics. These tiny plastic pieces, less than 5 millimeters in size, are everywhere, from the deepest oceans to the highest mountains. They come from things like old tires, f
Imagine a country struggling to provide healthcare, yet each year, many of its doctors and dentists choose to leave. This isn't some far-off scenario; it's the reality in Nigeria. Over the past 15 years, a significant number of healthcare professionals have been packing their bags, leaving behind a
Sixty years ago, the Federation of European Biochemical Societies (FEBS) started as a small group aiming to connect scientists in Europe. Today, it's a global force with over 30, 000 members across 39 societies. To celebrate its 60th anniversary, FEBS Letters held a writing contest asking participan
