Picture this: you're trying to balance a seesaw, but one side is super heavy, and the other is super light. That's the challenge scientists face with zinc-air batteries. The key is to balance two important processes: oxygen reduction and oxygen evolution reactions. These reactions happen when the ba
In the fight against childhood cancer, one medicine is super important. That medicine is asparaginase, ASN, for short. It is a key part of most treatments for a type of childhood leukemia. This type of cancer is often called acute lymphoblastic leukemia, or ALL. Many kids could be saved with bette
In Brazil, doctors are using a cool procedure called catheter ablation to fix a heart condition called atrial fibrillation (AF). This method has come a long way, but there isn't much information on how well it works in the long term, especially in places where money isn't easy to come by. The Southe
Shares in Trump Media & Technology Group skyrocketed by 7% on Wednesday after the company unveiled its latest venture: a new financial services division called Truth. Fi. Backed by a substantial $250 million, this division is set to explore investments in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as well
In dietetics, the buzzwords have long been equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). While these are worthwhile goals, they might not be enough to tackle the deep-seated issues of racism in the field. This is where racial justice steps in. Unlike EDI, which focuses on creating a level playing field, r
Ever wondered how we can really get over our fears? Turns out, the timing of our fear-facing sessions plays a big role. A recent study dug into how long-lasting our fearless memories can be. They tested different schedules like bunched-up (massed) and spread-out (spaced) training sessions. Guess wha
The year 2025 brought unexpected shifts in the nation's leadership, shedding new light on race, gender, and class dynamics. Surprisingly, women and people of color didn't vote as a single block in the culture wars. In the health promotion field, warnings are being issued. The concern is that the new
A ship owned by a Bulgarian company is at the center of a mysterious incident in the Baltic Sea. The Vezhen, a vessel registered in Malta, was sailing towards South America when it got into trouble. The ship’s crew reported extreme weather conditions and noticed that the left anchor was dragging acr
Imagine finding out that your private late-night voicemail to a co-star about a movie scene went public. That's exactly what happened to actor Justin Baldoni in April 2023. His argument with Blake Lively wasn't the first time their discussions leaked, and it wasn't pretty. Both actors are now embroi
Pete Hegseth, the newly appointed Defense Secretary, has outlined his plans to refocus the U. S. military. In a recent handwritten note to Pentagon staff, shared on social media, Hegseth clearly stated that he believes the military has lost its edge due to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) prog
