Dementia is becoming more common, and it's a big worry. Scientists have found that about 45% of dementia cases could be avoided if people changed certain habits. This is where the European project LETHE comes in. It's all about creating a digital tool to help people manage their risk factors and kee
In the vast landscapes of Patagonia, a single grave tells a story of health and hardship from the 18th and 19th centuries. This grave belonged to an Indigenous person who lived during a time when their community interacted with European settlers. Scientists wanted to know more about the health of th
In Massachusetts, a big problem is growing as sanitation workers go on strike. Over 450 workers from Republic Services, who are part of the Teamsters Local 25 union, have stopped working. They are asking for better pay and benefits. This strike is affecting many towns, leaving trash and recycling pi
Alexander Zverev, a top tennis player, had a rough start at Wimbledon. He lost his first match to Arthur Rinderknech, a player not usually seen as a big threat. This loss was a big surprise because Zverev is usually one of the strongest players in the game. Zverev had trained with Novak Djokovic be
Doctors have a lot on their plates. They see many patients in a day, and each visit is packed with important health discussions. But there's a common phrase that can throw a wrench into their schedules: "Just one more thing. " This simple phrase often pops up at the end of an appointment, when the d
Double perovskites are like the superheroes of solar tech, but they have a kryptonite: disorder in their atomic structure. Two of these heroes, Cs2AgBiCl6 and Cs2AgInCl6, have been under the spotlight. Scientists wanted to understand how these materials behave when their atoms get mixed up. They us
The New York Knicks are close to naming Mike Brown as their new head coach, according to sources. This move comes after a thorough search process, with Brown emerging as the top choice. His impressive resume, including stints with championship-winning teams and under legendary coach Gregg Popovich,
The U. S. Department of Education recently put a hold on $396 million meant for Florida's schools, causing a stir among educators. This money was supposed to support various programs, like helping students learning English and after-school activities. Schools in Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco cou
A recent court decision has provided a temporary reprieve for over half a million Haitians living in the U. S. under Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This status allows them to stay in the country due to unsafe conditions in Haiti, such as gang violence, political turmoil, and the aftermath of a ma
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has brought some unexpected changes to the game. Players have discovered that the improved frame rate has made lasers way more powerful. This is because the lasers are tied to the game's refresh rate. So, with the game now ru
