Our bodies have an in-built timekeeper, called the circadian rhythm, that keeps many functions running smoothly. When this rhythm gets disrupted, it can cause health problems. Modern life, with its long indoor hours and irregular schedules, can throw off this rhythm. Besides personal habits, environ
You know how rivers are like veins, carrying water from one place to another? Well, dissolved inorganic carbon, or DIC, is a crucial part of this watery journey. DIC is basically carbon that's dissolved in water, and it plays a big role in the carbon cycle. Scientists studied two rivers in a big cit
Ever wondered how the data used to train large language models (LLMs) affects their ability to understand new information? Turns out, it's a big deal! The variety and mix of this data can make or break an LLM's performance. Currently, many LLMs rely on guesswork and trial and error to tweak how much
The Supreme Court has agreed to take on a big case about religion and taxes. The question is whether places like Catholic Charities should be exempt from state unemployment taxes because of their religious ties. Catholic Charities says it should be exempt, but Wisconsin's highest court disagrees. Th
For over a year, Israel has been conducting a large-scale military operation in the Gaza Strip. This action is a response to a horrific attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023. Israel claims its actions are about self-defense, aiming to dismantle Hamas. But Amnesty International sees things differently.
Imagine being a Mets fan and seeing Juan Soto, one of the world's top five baseball players, wearing your team's jersey. It's a delightful sight! Not only is Soto incredibly skilled, but he's also entertaining to watch. He was the focus of a bidding war involving legendary teams like the Yankees and
You might think that with pediatric hypertension affecting around 3% of kids, it would be easy to spot and treat. But surprisingly, less than a quarter of these children are identified, and even when they are, over half don't get the help they need. Why is this happening? Let's look at what parents
You know how China views Taiwan, right? They see it as part of their territory. Over the weekend, Taiwan's Defense Ministry spotted 14 Chinese warships, seven military planes, and even four balloons around the island. This isn't new; China often sends their forces near Taiwan. But this time, it's be
Tensions are heating up around Taiwan. The island's Defense Ministry reported that China's navy and coast guard have been moving vessels in the Taiwan Strait and the Western Pacific. This comes after Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te visited Hawaii and Guam, which didn't sit well with Beijing. China s
In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, a dark shadow is spreading. Organized crime groups are making their way into more cities than ever before. A new report tells us that in 2024, these gangs were active in over a third of the municipalities in Brazil's vast Amazon region. That's 260 out of 772 to
