On a recent Monday night, something unusual happened in the NFL. The Green Bay Packers shut out the New Orleans Saints with a dominating 34-0 win. This was the first time a team had been shut out all season. The Packers, now 11-4, are headed to the playoffs. The Saints, however, didn't have their be
Scientists have long tried to explain why some places have more species than others. They've used many different explanations and theories, but these aren't always helpful on a large scale. A new idea, called the Equilibrium Theory of Biodiversity Dynamics (ETBD), is trying to fix this. ETBD sugges
In Ethiopia, the use of Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) for childbirth is still widespread. This is despite the World Health Organization's (WHO) recommendation that all births should be attended by skilled professionals. The reason? Many communities and pregnant women prefer TBAs. This preferen
TVNZ Plus, New Zealand's free, state-funded streaming service, is a gem. It offers the latest releases and a fantastic library, including live sports. But if you're outside New Zealand, you might face issues. Let's explore how to watch TVNZ Plus live from anywhere. First, registering for TVNZ Plus
Hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is vital for generating hydrogen fuel through water splitting. To make this process sustainable, researchers are searching for abundant materials like silicates. A recent study synthesized various metal metasilicates using a simple wet-chemical method followed by hi
College campuses today offer special programs for students with intellectual disabilities (ID). A recent study looked into how these students experience and think about physical activity (PA). Researchers talked to eight students in a US college program to learn more. They found that most students o
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, two wealthy businessmen appointed to cut government waste, are expected to suggest erasing all spending on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs across federal agencies. This could impact offices like the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity & In
2024 was quite different from 2023 in the gaming world. Whereas 2023 was filled with manyDelayed due to COVID, big-name games and hidden indie gems, 2024 saw a more spread-out release schedule. Some games, like Balatro, UFO 50, and Astro Bot, were instant hits. But filling out a list of the top 20 g
Moms-to-be in Rwanda aren't using antenatal care (ANC) services as much as they should. This matters a lot because ANC helps keep pregnancies healthy and safe. While things have gotten better over time, Sub-Saharan Africa still lags behind. This paper digs into why Rwandan women aren't using ANC ser
Drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) is a major health issue worldwide, even with effective medicines available. Starting treatment late for DR-TB can lead to worse health, more resistance to drugs, higher risk of spreading the disease, and poorer treatment results. This study looked into why some DR
