A new technique lets scientists make tiny glowing balls that twist light in a precise way. The trick uses a micro‑fluidic device, a chip with tiny channels that squeeze liquid droplets into perfect spheres. Inside these spheres is a special polymer that can spin in a helical shape, giving the light
A recent study shows that about half of men are unhappy with how big they think their penis is. Many of those feelings may come from lifestyle choices rather than actual shrinkage. When a person puts on extra belly fat, the added tissue can cover part of the penis, making it look shorter even though
After a day fishing with friends, Koe Wetzel stared at his reflection and felt the weight of years slip away. The moment was a wake‑up call that pushed him to take control of his health. Wetzel says the turning point came about two years ago when he weighed himself for the first time in a long wh
In recent years, bold voices have opened doors for many people to share who they truly are. Their courage has made it easier for others to live openly and honestly. Every June, people around the world remember those pioneers. Pride Month turns streets into vibrant festivals. Parades, block parties
After China lifted its strict COVID rules, many teens faced new daily habits. Researchers wondered if these changes mattered for mental health. They grouped teens by their routines—like how much they ate, slept, and used screens—and looked for patterns. The goal was to see if certain lifestyle clus
A new executive order has reclassified about 8, 000 civil service roles as political positions, placing many senior officials who manage NIH grant decisions under the White House’s influence. These appointments are crucial because they decide which research projects receive federal funding and ho
The summer heat in Asia is turning fields into dry patches, making it hard for farmers to plant and grow crops. \\ A strong El Nino wave is expected to make the drought worse, especially in places that rely on monsoon rains. \\ Farmers in India, Thailand, Indonesia and Australia are already strugg
South Africa’s primary health clinics are facing a new kind of challenge: the growing impact of climate change. Every year, hotter temperatures, unpredictable rains, and more intense storms put extra pressure on these clinics. Nurses are the first people who see patients affected by heat‑relat
Aryna Sabalenka, the world’s number one, entered the Paris tournament with confidence, having dominated early in both sets against Diana Shnaider. The match started well for Sabalenka, who led 6‑3, 5‑3, but the wind on Court Philippe Chatrier turned into a formidable opponent. As gusts grew stronger
A White House source says President Trump may announce a new plan to use the 1950 Defense Production Act for coal. The proposal would channel almost $700 million into upgrading more than a dozen power plants, building a large export terminal on the West Coast, and matching corporate money for new fa
