Ever wondered what makes small farmers in South Africa decide to own livestock and how big their herds get? A recent study looked into this, focusing on the Eastern Cape. They talked to 600 farmers, with 495 actually owning livestock. The study found that beliefs in African traditional religion, acc
Liver cancer is tough to treat, often forcing surgeons to remove large parts of the liver. This can lead to liver failure after surgery. A procedure called ALPPS, which stands for Associating Liver Partition and Portal Vein Ligation for Staged Hepatectomy, was invented to help. It aims to grow the l
In a thrilling NFC Championship game, the Philadelphia Eagles crushed the Washington Commanders, 55-23, securing their ticket to Super Bowl LIV. The Eagles' ground game and the Commanders' turnovers were key factors in the decisive victory. Jalen Hurts, despite an injured knee, guided the Eagles wi
Imagine this: A skier falls 1, 000 feet and breaks his leg in the freezing cold of Washington state. It sounds like a dire situation, but thanks to the Apple Watch, it didn't turn into a tragedy. The watch's Emergency SOS feature came to the rescue. Here's how it went down. The Chelan County Sherif
Ever wondered how you could sneak large molecules into cells? Well, scientists have found a clever trick using tiny droplets called peptide-based coacervates. These droplets form when two different large molecules, usually with opposite charges, come together and stick to each other. They're like ti
Have you ever wondered how liverworts, those tiny plants, became so diverse? Scientists have been looking into this. They found that when it comes to elevation and temperature, liverworts have a cool past and some hotspots for diversity. By tracking their evolution across mountains worldwide, they d
In Sydney, there's a flower named Putricia that's causing quite a stir. This amorphophallus titanum, also known as a corpse flower, is infamous for its terrible smell and its brief blooming period. It's been 15 long years since the last bloom at Sydney's Royal Botanic Garden, so folks are really exc
In today's world, the quality of rural living environments is a big deal, not just for China but globally. It's tied to how well the regional economy is doing. So, understanding what makes rural residents take part in making their environment better is key. This study used two theories: what we plan
Disney Live Entertainment recently gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at the new puppets that will be featured in "The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure. " Among the highlights was a stunning life-size pink flamingo, similar to those seen in the beloved "Kiss the Girl" scene. The puppets are set
Phytocompounds, found naturally in plants, are stirring up interest as potential weapons against the parasitic disease leishmaniasis. These compounds hold promise due to their ability to fight against parasites without causing harm to human cells. Scientists are diving into research to figure out ho
