The latest twist in the Republican tax and spending bill has thrown a wrench into their plans. The Senate parliamentarian has flagged a key proposal to shift some food stamp costs to states, saying it breaks Senate rules. This is a big deal because Republicans were counting on billions in savings fr
The world of material science is always looking for new ways to create surfaces that repel liquids and resist biofouling. One exciting development is the creation of slippery surfaces with liquid-like polymer brushes. These surfaces are unique because they can repel all kinds of liquids and resist t
In the UK, there is a strong push for rehabilitation following planned back surgeries. However, the actual extent of this support is unclear. A recent effort aimed to shed light on this by investigating how physiotherapists handle recovery before, during, and after specific types of back operations.
Two treatments, sotorasib and adagrasib, have received approval in the USA and Europe for tackling advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. This type of cancer is marked by a specific mutation known as KRAS G12C. Since these treatments have not been directly compared in clinical trials, re
Medical students in China are crucial in shaping the future of body donation. Their views on donating their bodies after death can reveal a lot about how they see the importance of anatomical education. This is not just about learning anatomy. It's also about understanding the human spirit and the
Breast cancer treatment has seen a significant shift with the introduction of PARP inhibitors. This change has brought mainstreaming cancer genetics into the spotlight. This approach uses genetic information to predict how well a patient will respond to treatment. As a result, the criteria for BRCA
The race to dominate the autonomous ride-hailing market is heating up. Volkswagen Group is stepping into the ring, aiming to supply driverless taxis to Uber's fleet in Los Angeles. The first 480 units are set to hit the streets next year, with a potential order of 10, 000 vehicles on the horizon. T
Wrestling fans had a lot to chew on with the latest episode of SmackDown. The show had its moments, but it also had some stumbles. Let's dive in. The episode kicked off with a segment that left many viewers scratching their heads. John Cena took a swing at recreating CM Punk's famous "pipebo
A recent decision by a federal appeals court has put a halt to a Louisiana law that aimed to display the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom across the state. This ruling has sparked a heated debate between those who advocate for the separation of church and state and those who believe
When skin gets hurt, the body kicks into high gear to fix it. This process is complicated and involves many steps. One exciting area of research is using tiny packages from fat cells called exosomes. These exosomes have shown great promise in speeding up healing. They help by calming inflammation, e
