Aluminum is a common toxin in our environment that can harm our brains. This study looked at how aluminum affects the brain using rats and nerve cells called PC12 cells. The researchers wanted to understand how a small RNA called miR-98-5p affects a protein called insulin-like growth factor 2 (IGF2)
Imagine fasting during Ramadan with Type 1 diabetes. Sounds tough, right? But the MiniMed780G system might just be the game-changer many people need. A study from Saudi Arabia looked into how well this smart insulin pump kept blood sugar levels steady before, during, and after Ramadan. The team fro
Have you ever wondered how scientists decide which chemicals to use when preserving tissue samples? Well, let's dive into a fascinating study that compared different fixatives in peripheral nerve tissue. This research is crucial because nerve tissue connects our bodies to the outside world, and any
Pete Hegseth, nominated by President Trump for Secretary of Defense, found himself in hot water after admitting he paid off a woman accusing him of sexual assault to protect his job and family. This revelation puts him in a tough spot. National security rules ban people who are vulnerable to blackma
Have you ever felt like you're running out of time to finish something important? Well, that's kind of what's happening with the proposed merger between Nippon Steel and U. S. Steel. The Biden administration has given them a little more time to wrap things up, pushing the deadline from late February
This week, the Senate will vet several of Trump's Cabinet nominees. These hearings follow weeks of private meetings. Let's see who's up first: On Tuesday, at 9 a. m. , former congressman and military chaplain Doug Collins will face the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee for the Department of Vetera
Imagine a young college athlete named Tyler, facing a major setback. His mentor had passed away unexpectedly, which took a toll on his mental health. He felt lost and struggling. That's when Deion Sanders, a coach known for his unique approach, stepped in. Sanders didn't just train Tyler; he gave hi
The Baltimore Ravens had a great start to the 2025 NFL Playoffs, crushing the Pittsburgh Steelers 28-14. Star running back Derrick Henry ran for 186 yards and two touchdowns, while quarterback Lamar Jackson threw for 175 yards and two touchdowns, also rushing for 81 yards. This means they're heading
In a move that has left many fans frustrated, the NFL chose to air the AFC wild-card game between the Steelers and Ravens exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. This isn't the first time the league has dealt with backlash over streaming deals, but it certainly hasn't made the situation any better. The g
Get ready, football fans! The 2025 NFL postseason kicks off with the Los Angeles Chargers against the Houston Texans. The Texans, with a 10-7 record, are no strangers to Wild Card games, having played on Saturday afternoon in all their previous seven postseason appearances and winning five of them.
