Did you know that in prisons across the U. S. , a small group of inmates is responsible for most of the trouble? According to a recent study, around 20% of prisoners cause about 90% of all rule breakings and write-ups. This is similar to the 80/20 rule, where 80% of outcomes come from just 20% of in
In wealthy countries, there's a big difference in how many people get the COVID-19 vaccine. We wanted to find out why this happens at different stages of the pandemic. Some countries did way better than others in getting people vaccinated. To understand why, researchers looked at various national f
You might know PepsiCo as the company behind your favorite soda, but did you know they're in hot water with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)? The FTC has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo, accusing them of something called price discrimination. This means PepsiCo is alleged to have given one big ret
Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump's pick for the Department of Justice (DOJ), has attracted criticism from the NAACP's Legal Defense Fund. They argue that her past actions as Florida’s attorney general and as chair of the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) make her unsuitable for the role of U. S.
You might be familiar with the tiny, tricky organisms called mycoplasmas. These guys can sneak into cell cultures and cause big problems. Researchers often face up to 35% contamination in their cell lines. Cleaning up these cultures with antibiotics is usually a breeze, except when it comes to bacte
Scientists are curious about how well two different tests measure the breakdown of collagen in urine after knee surgery. This study focused on patients who had their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructed. The tests, known as ELISAs, are used to detect the levels of a specific collagen fragm
Pete Hegseth, nominated for Secretary of Defense, has a history that's raising eyebrows. From tattoos linked to white supremacy to a severe drinking problem, and even a rape allegation, his past is controversial. His book, 'The War on Warriors', criticizes women in combat and Geneva conventions. Yet
Imagine this: the head of NATO says the West isn't ready for future challenges. Experts warn that we might face multiple wars at once, and China's military power is growing fast. Now, you'd think the Senate would ask tough questions about these issues during hearings for the next Secretary of Defens
Mark your calendars for the 67th Grammy Awards on February 2, 2025! This year, the show's not just about the glitz and glam—it's also about giving back. The event will take place at the Crypto. com Arena in Los Angeles, but it's shifting its focus to support those affected by the recent wildfires in
The BAFTA Film nominees for 2025 were recently announced, and some big names and popular movies didn't make the cut. Films like "Queer" and "Challengers, " directed by Luca Guadagnino, were snubbed despite Golden Globe nominations. Even the highly anticipated musical "Wicked" missed out on key categ
