Robert F Kennedy Jr the new HHS secretary nominee as well as President Joe Biden are set up for a big battle. The decisions around vaccine policy in the U. S. could be shifted to a more vaccine-risk focused way. The Biden administration, in its final stretch, made a series of last-minute a
Hematite, a common mineral, isn't perfect. It has defects that can be created by using a chemical called sodium borohydride. These defects are like tiny holes in the mineral's structure. Scientists have found these defects can be very helpful in trapping harmful arsenic. Arsenic is a nasty poison th
A noteworthy change just happened. President Trump's new order aims to fight a rise in anti-Semitism. This isn't just about words, it's about serious action. This is a big deal because there have been troubling events on college campuses and in public spaces since October 7th, 2023. The president w
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had a challenging second day at the Senate health committee hearing for the position of health secretary. It was a heated three-hour session that revealed a lot about his views and knowledge. Kennedy found himself in the hot seat with many questions about his stance on vaccin
When Donald Trump became president, many American Jews felt uneasy. They worried about what his presidency would mean for their safety and security. His talk about a mysterious corrupt elite and his right-hand man, Elon Musk, performing what looked like two Nazi salutes at a victory ceremony didn't
Southern California's wildfires have become more frequent and intense. This is due to climate change, which has made the region's weather conditions more extreme. The changes in weather are making the region more prone to wildfires, The two preceding years were unusually wet, which boosted the growt
Scientists typically focus on a few model animals like lab mice or fruit flies for medical research. But plants and other critters living in harsh environments might hold keys to solving tough health problems. Field studies of these wild animals are rare due to funding issues. Yet, understanding how
Ever wondered why your coffee tastes bitter or acidic? Jeffrey Grossman, a professor at MIT, and his students are exploring the science behind the perfect cup. They've discovered that microwaving coffee for more than 30 seconds changes its chemistry, making it less enjoyable. In their class "Coffee
Eighty years ago today, the world saw a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness as Auschwitz, the infamous Nazi concentration camp in Poland, was liberated. Between 1940 and 1945, over a million people lost their lives here, including Jews, religious leaders, disabled persons, and other innocent victims
You might think polylactic acid (PLA) is a safe bet for the environment. After all, it's biodegradable and often touted as an "eco-friendly" alternative to traditional plastics. But hold on! Recent studies have found that PLA microplastics (PLA-MPs) could be causing trouble for male mice. Imagine i
