Imagine a bunch of people wearing tiny activity trackers on their thighs. Researchers studied these volunteers to see how their daily steps and postures changed depending on how active they were. They tracked 3547 people over seven days, classifying each day by the number of steps taken. Interestin
A 23-year-old hiker who went missing in Kosciuszko National Park, south of Sydney, was found alive after 13 days. Hadi Nazari was last seen by friends on December 26, and when he didn't return, a massive search was launched. Over 300 people from various rescue agencies scoured the dense wilderness f
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has caused a stir by dumping its fact-checking partners. This move has left journalists involved high and dry, and some might even lose their jobs. The company's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, claimed that fact-checkers are biased and have ruined trust. But who's really trus
Imagine you've had a heart attack. Your body springs into action to fix the damage. One of the key players in this healing process are cells called fibroblasts. These little helpers repair heart tissue. But how can we keep tabs on them? That's where a new tool comes in. Scientists have created a spe
Soybeans are a big deal globally, ranking fourth among crops. They're special because they provide both oil and protein for people and animals. Over the past 60 years, production has skyrocketed 13 times. But with the world's population growing, we need even more soybeans. In the last decade, scient
Jimmy Carter isn’t just known for being a former president. He's also a talented woodworker, painter, and poet. His artistic side offered him a break from his public life. Carter’s creations often reflected his personal beliefs and experiences. Did you know he even improved his home using skills he
It was a thrilling finish in Salt Lake City, with the Atlanta Hawks pulling off a stunning last-minute victory against the Utah Jazz. Trae Young, the Hawks' star guard, made an unbelievable shot from way beyond halfcourt as the clock ran out. This game-winning buzzer-beater gave the Hawks a 124-121
North Carolina’s highest court has temporarily put a halt to certifying the results of a recent election for one of its own seats. This decision comes after a trailing candidate, Republican Jefferson Griffin, raised concerns about over 60, 000 ballots. Griffin believes these votes should not count,
After four years as a Cornhusker, Lexi Rodriguez is ready to tackle a new chapter in her volleyball career. She's moving to Omaha to play for LOVB Omaha in the inaugural season of League One Volleyball. This isn't just a new team; it’s a new life. She’ll be upgrading her cooking skills, too. Lexi’s
Former President Jimmy Carter, who served from 1977 to 1981, spent the last 43 years of his life in a humble two-bedroom ranch house he built himself in rural Plains, Georgia. At 100 years old, Carter became the first U. S. president to reach a centennial birthday. After his death on December 29, 20
