Karl Friston is a big deal in the world of science. He's turned 65, and people are celebrating his work. His ideas have changed how we understand the brain and how it works. He's come up with five main ideas, or formulae, that have made a huge impact. First, let's talk about the brain. Friston thin
In a surprising turn of events, the head of Iowa's biggest school system was put on leave after being detained by immigration officials. The Des Moines school board made this decision quickly, saying they needed more time to understand the situation. They mentioned that the superintendent, Ian Rober
After more than 20 years of serving up Southwestern, Cajun, and Creole flavors, Rebos, a beloved restaurant on Sioux City's Historic Fourth Street, has permanently closed its doors. The announcement came via a heartfelt Facebook post, expressing gratitude to the community for their unwavering suppor
In Ghana, the conversation around assisted reproductive technology (ART) is heating up. It's not just about science; it's about beliefs, values, and what it means to bring a new life into the world. Three major groups have strong opinions on this topic: Traditionalists, Muslims, and Christians. Eac
Berlin's Teufelsberg, or Devil's Mountain, is more than just a hill. It's a pile of rubble from World War II, hiding the ruins of a Nazi military college. But during the Cold War, it became a spy hub for the U. S. and its allies. The hill's height made it perfect for spying on East Germany and the
In a surprising find, archaeologists in Israel have uncovered a stash of ancient coins near the site of Jesus' ministry. The discovery happened at Hukok, a kibbutz in northern Israel, close to Capernaum, where Jesus is believed to have spent a lot of time. These coins, though, are much younger than
The U. S. government is looking to get a piece of the action in the lithium mining world. They are in talks with Lithium Americas, a Canadian company, about taking an equity stake. This comes as they renegotiate a big loan for a mine in Nevada. Lithium Americas' stock shot up on the news. It more t
In Iran, women are using social media to challenge old rules. After Mahsa Amini's death in 2022, many took to X, known before as Twitter, to voice their opinions. They use hashtags to fight against strict hijab laws. This isn't just about fashion. It's about power and freedom. Hashtags are more tha
Tajikistan is getting a lot of help to build things. Most of the money comes from outside the country. Big groups like the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank are giving almost all the cash for 82 projects. These projects are worth about $4. 5 billion. Out of this, $3. 2 billion is given as gi
In the United States, the number of infections caused by "nightmare bacteria" has been rising. These bacteria are tough to treat because they have a special gene called NDM. This gene makes them resistant to most antibiotics. Only two medicines can fight these infections, and they are expensive and
