In Washington State, there's a tool called Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). These are like a pause button for folks who might be at risk of harming themselves or others with a gun. The idea is to temporarily take guns away from people who are in a dangerous spot. A recent study looked at how
The universe is full of mysteries, and one of the biggest is dark matter. Scientists have been trying to figure out what it is for a long time. Recently, a particle called the axion has become a hot topic. It was first thought of to solve problems with the strong nuclear force, but now it's being co
Fractures are a common health issue in Canada, affecting many people. A recent study looked at over 9, 000 adults to understand who is most at risk and why fractures happen. Women, people over 50, and those with weaker bones are more likely to experience fractures. Falls are a major cause, with ove
In Gaza, a heated debate is happening about how aid is being delivered. The U. N. agency helping Palestinian refugees, led by Philippe Lazzarini, has strong words for a new aid group backed by the U. S. and Israel. Lazzarini calls it a "death trap, " saying it's causing more harm than good. People
People with type 2 diabetes often take special medicines. Two of these are GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors. Both help control blood sugar. But do they affect the risk of leg amputations differently? A big study looked at this question. It compared new users of these two types of drugs.
Glioblastoma, a tough brain cancer, has been a hard nut to crack for doctors. They've tried a treatment called checkpoint inhibitor therapy (CPI). It has worked wonders for other cancers. But for glioblastoma, it's not been as effective. Why is that? Scientists are digging deep to find out. They're
Mount Rinjani, a favorite spot for adventurers, recently turned tragic. A 26-year-old Brazilian woman, Juliana Marins, lost her life after falling into a deep ravine. The search for her lasted four days, with rescuers battling rough weather and tough terrain. It was a drone that first spotted her un
The brain's ability to update information is a complex process. Recent studies have focused on the role of dopamine and the striatum in this process. Researchers used a special type of MRI, called 7 Tesla fMRI, to scan the brain while people performed a memory task. They found that when new informat
Iran's government has taken a bold step by cutting off internet access nationwide. They say it's to shield the country from cyber threats, especially from Israel. The move comes after hackers targeted key systems like banks and cryptocurrency exchanges. The government claims these attacks could disr
People often want to see themselves in a good light. This desire can lead to some interesting choices when they get feedback about themselves. For example, they might hear how others see them. This feedback can be helpful, but it can also make them feel bad. So, they might choose to ignore it. This
