Ever wondered how water moves in and out of cells? There's a tiny part called the selectivity filter in aquaporins that makes this happen. It's like a gatekeeper that lets water in but keeps other stuff out. Scientists have been trying to figure out how this gatekeeper works, but it's been tricky be
The Inland Northwest has been dry for a while, but things are changing. Rain is finally here, and it's not planning to leave soon. In Coeur d'Alene, almost 3 inches of rain have fallen this month, which is more than the usual 2. 22 inches for October. This change in weather is linked to something c
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently shared some new ideas about how much banks can invest in the stock market and help with company takeovers. They want to make sure banks don't put too much money in these areas. The RBI suggests that banks should not spend more than 20% of their strongest
Brazil's government is in a bit of a pickle. They need to figure out how to fill a hole in their 2026 budget. This happened because a plan to raise more money didn't get approved in time. The Finance Minister, Fernando Haddad, said they'd make a decision by Tuesday afternoon. The plan was pretty st
Walking might look easy, but it's a complex process. To study and improve walking, experts use clinical gait analysis (CGA). This method breaks down walking into detailed parts. However, small errors can lead to big issues. One common mistake is not correctly identifying when the foot first touches
A young child in Olmsted County has been diagnosed with measles, sparking concerns among health experts. The child, who is too young to have received the full course of vaccinations, had recently traveled abroad. This is a wake-up call for parents who may be hesitant about vaccines. Measles is no j
Measles is back and spreading fast across the United States. In Minnesota alone, there are now 20 confirmed cases, with three new infections just reported in Dakota County. The latest cases involve unvaccinated kids who likely caught the virus from an unvaccinated adult. This is part of a bigger pro
The Americas might soon lose its measles-free status. This is because cases are popping up in Canada, Mexico, and the U. S. The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is worried. To keep the measles-free title, these countries must have zero cases within a year. But time is running out. Vaccinatio
Mexico's meat industry is in a tough spot. New rules are making it harder to move livestock around the country. This is because of a nasty parasite called the screwworm. It eats flesh and can kill animals if not treated. The meat industry says these rules threaten their business. In 2024, they made
The G7 nations are stepping up their game to tackle those buying more Russian oil since the Ukraine invasion. These countries, including the US, UK, and Germany, want to squeeze Russia's cash flow for the war. They're not just talking; they're planning actions. The group agreed to focus on countrie
