When President Donald Trump put his signature on the so-called big, beautiful bill, everyone talked about the big changes. Tax cuts, cuts to Medicaid and food stamps, and more money for border security. But there's more to the story. The bill also includes some lesser-known items that might surprise
Every Fourth of July, there's a unique competition that grabs attention: the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. This year, it's happening at the original Nathan's spot in Coney Island, Brooklyn. The main event kicks off around 12:30 p. m. ET, but the fun starts earlier with the women's competition at
Nearly three years after the shocking murders of four University of Idaho students, Bryan Kohberger has admitted to the crimes. This sudden guilty plea, just weeks before his trial was set to begin, has left many people stunned and searching for answers. Kohberger, a criminology student, was arreste
In 2001, African leaders made a bold promise to tackle HIV and AIDS. They called it the Abuja Declaration. Since then, there have been some wins. More money has been put into the fight. New ways to test and treat HIV have been found. Efforts to stop mothers from passing HIV to their babies have work
Aging is a journey filled with ups and downs, but for those with disabilities, the path can be steeper. The hurdles go beyond physical limitations, touching on financial strain and social disconnection. Health is a major concern. Disabilities can complicate aging, leading to frequent medical appoin
In Guizhou, China, a recent study looked at how phones impact students' schoolwork and mental health. Researchers surveyed 300 students from two universities and their high schools. They wanted to see if phone use was linked to grades and wellbeing. The study found that using phones too much for fu
Breast imaging has come a long way, and new tech is making it even better. Traditional methods like dynamic contrast-enhanced (DCE) MRI have been the go-to for checking breast lesions, but they have some issues. They take a long time, cost a lot, and sometimes lead to unnecessary biopsies because th
Brain tumors, specifically glioma, are a big problem. They start in the support cells of the brain and can be very serious. Doctors have tried many treatments like surgery, drugs, and radiation, but these tumors often come back. So, what's going on? One key player in this is something called TGF-β.
Droughts are becoming more common and severe. This is bad news for watermelons, which need plenty of water to grow. Farmers are struggling to keep their crops healthy and productive in these harsh conditions. Scientists are looking for ways to help. One promising solution is a gene called ClTCP4. T
3D printing is getting smaller and more precise. LCD-based 3D printing is a budget-friendly way to make tiny microfluidic devices. But, it's not perfect. The problem? Sticky resin and wobbly release films can mess up the tiny details. Here's a clever fix: sticky tape. By adding transparent double-s
