President Trump has sparked controversy again by trying to ban transgender people from the military. This time, he says it's because they're not focused enough on training and winning wars. Critics argue that trans troops have been serving successfully for years. The new order says anyone with gende
In the early 1960s, two brilliant scientists, Eduardo Lissi and Juan Grotewold, kicked off a remarkable journey in chemical kinetics and photochemistry at the University of Buenos Aires' School of Sciences. Politics played a big role in shaping their group's evolution, with members scattering across
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
A group of 24 Democratic attorneys general have decided to take legal action against the White House. Why? They want to stop a sudden pause on trillions of dollars in federal aid, including grants and loans, which was announced late Monday. This freeze could impact a wide range of programs, from uni
After a nearly six-decade hiatus, NASCAR is buzzing with excitement as it makes its grand return to Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Known fondly as “The Madhouse, ” this historic quarter-mile oval will host the season opener of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. The track, which first
Inflammation is a big deal, and it's involved in many diseases that affect people worldwide. One specific receptor, called P2Y14, plays a crucial role in these inflammatory responses. Scientists have been working on new drugs to block this receptor and reduce inflammation. They used a process called
In a surprising turn of events, the Trump administration has given the green light for the distribution of HIV medications to resume, at least for now. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the waiver on Tuesday, bringing relief to a global HIV treatment program that was abruptly paused last week
Get ready for some festive fun! The Jonas Brothers are teaming up with Disney+ for a hilarious Christmas movie, expected to hit screens in 2025. The brothers will star in and produce this film, facing a load of obstacles as they rush from London to New York to spend Christmas with their families. Th
In the vibrant worlds of street art and graffiti, stickers have become a popular way for artists to spread their work. Unlike business cards that might get lost or thrown away, stickers can be stuck on just about anything – from laptops to water bottles, even walls of popular hangouts. Artists like
In the early 2000s, nanotechnology was hailed as the next big thing, similar to artificial intelligence today. After the dot-com bubble burst, investors saw nanotech as the next promising tech. They hoped it would revolutionize industries and daily life. Conferences and political initiatives support
