Have you ever thought about what makes your pet's food look so appealing? It turns out, a food colouring called ponceau 4R plays a big role. This colouring is used in cat, dog, and fish feed to make it look more vibrant and tasty. But hold on, there's more to the story. The European Commission, alo
Ever thought about health care using the wisdom of the crowd? Scientists checked out over 100 studies to see how collective smarts could change public health. They found three major ways this works: encouraging healthy habits, helping with research, and keeping people well overall. This isn't just a
You might not think about it often, but the way we look at things matters a lot. This is where sideways thinking comes in. It's about seeing one thing in many different ways. This kind of thinking helps us make quick decisions and can even boost our brainpower. It plays a big role in developing smar
Five years after a massive fire damaged Notre-Dame cathedral, the historic bells rang out once more last Friday. Alexandre Gougeon, who oversaw the installation, said it was an emotional moment. The project, which lasted a year and a half, culminated in the ringing of eight restored bells from the n
Scientists found that deep sleep might help older adults with early signs of Alzheimer's keep their memory sharp. A study with 62 healthy older folks showed that those with brain changes linked to Alzheimer's did better on memory tests when they got more deep sleep. This benefit was seen even when o
These days, we rely heavily on technology to stay connected. But during the COVID-19 pandemic, when we were stuck at home, we found ourselves missing something big. A study from spring 2020 showed that Americans really missed those spontaneous chats, feeling close to others physically, and not havin
Imagine the hope and relief of undocumented immigrants who are married to U. S. citizens. They would finally have a way to apply for a green card without having to leave the country. A program called “Keeping Families Together” made this possible. But now, that hope is on hold. A federal judge in Te
In a historical twist, Donald Trump has become the first presidential candidate in four decades to sweep all seven key swing states. These states - Arizona, Nevada, Michigan, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina - have played a pivotal role in determining the outcome of the president
After a long stint on the International Space Station, three NASA astronauts from the SpaceX Crew-8 mission are set to talk about their experience in a NASA news conference. Dr. Michael Barratt, Matthew Dominick, and Jeanette Epps will answer questions from reporters. The fourth crew member, Russian
The New York Rangers have been on a slippery slope for a while now. Over the past two weeks, they've had a mixed bag of results, splitting six games. But it's not just the wins and losses; the Rangers have been struggling in one-sided defeats against tough opponents like Florida, Washington, and mos
