Have you ever wondered how our brains help us cope with scary experiences? Scientists studied mice to learn more about this. They found that a hormone called gastrin-releasing peptide (GRP) plays a big role. When stressed, mice without GRP have a hard time forgetting their fears. This is like how pe
When Donald Trump secured his second presidential term, many celebrities expressed their discontent. Some even talked about leaving the country. Miley Cyrus initially said she'd leave if Trump won, but later decided to stay and speak out against him. Whoopi Goldberg also hinted at leaving, but clari
Manchester City has been on a losing streak for five games, with their latest defeat being a 4-0 loss at home against Tottenham Hotspur. Pep Guardiola, the team's manager, admitted that the team is struggling defensively and their confidence has taken a hit. Despite this, he remains optimistic and i
Ever wondered how tiny pieces of rock from a gold mine can cause big problems? In Tanzania, waste rocks from gold mining are a real headache. Scientists tested different sizes of these rocks - from little ones smaller than a pea to big ones like a chicken egg. They found that tiny rocks can make the
Columbia University's football team, the Lions, is famous for all the wrong reasons. They hold the record for the longest losing streak in college football history, a whopping 44 games in the 1980s. But now, they're on the brink of history—a good kind of history. If they win their game against Corne
Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill. ) is pushing for the release of the House Ethics report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla. ). The report includes serious allegations against Gaetz, such as sexual assault and drug use. Casten believes this information is crucial for maintaining ethical standards in Congress.
Electronics are piling up, and so is the waste they create. This waste, known as e-waste, contains precious metals like gold that are often lost. Scientists have come up with a clever solution: a light, spongy material called aerogel. This material is made by combining two types of compounds and has
Ever wondered how overqualification affects women in the STEM fields? A recent study delved into this, focusing on career anxiety and decision-making among women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The goal? To understand how feeling overqualified impacts their careers. They survey
President-elect Donald Trump has a new candidate for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – Dr. Marty Makary. Makary, from Johns Hopkins University, is no stranger to controversy. He’s known for his views against some COVID-19 health measures, like vaccine mandates. His nomination comes as part of
Daniel Jones will no longer be leading the New York Giants after a lackluster six seasons. The team, looking at a dismal 2-8 record this season, has decided to cut ties with their once-promising quarterback. The decision came after Jones, demoted to fourth-string this week, asked for his release. J
