Ever thought about birth control pills being used for abortions? A recent study found that a pill used for emergency contraception might work to end pregnancies. This could be big news since there's a lot of debate around another common abortion drug, mifepristone. Mifepristone is under attack by p
New York educational leaders, like State Education Department Commissioner Betty Rosa and Board of Regents Chancellor Lester Young, have voiced their worries about a proposed cellphone ban in schools. This ban comes at a tricky time—President Trump's plans for mass deportations could separate undocu
In areas hit hard by conflict, like the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), religion often provides a safety net. But have you ever thought about how religious leaders step in to help with mental health? A recent survey dived deep into this topic. They talked to 151 people at a religious listen
You know how chips need to remember important stuff? Well, there's a special type of memory called one-time programmable (OTP) that does just that. The thing is, traditional OTP memory uses a lot of power. Why? It needs to heat up to remember things. Enter the clever scientists! They found a neat t
Parkinson's disease, a brutal brain disorder that messes with movement, remains a tough nut to crack. Current medications just ease the symptoms, not stopping or slowing the disease. The future might lie in treatments that target the root cause. Oxidative stress and inflammation are big players in P
Have you ever wondered why our bones sometimes become weak, or why the cushioning between them wears out? Scientists are digging into this mystery, using clever computers to help. They're focusing on two genes, COL1A1 and TNFRSF12A, which might play big roles in these issues, like when bones lose th
Imagine going to school and not having your phone by your side. That's what Attorney General Andrea Campbell is proposing with the new STUDY Act. The act aims to get phones out of classrooms from start to finish, or "bell-to-bell, " as she calls it. This isn't just about creating a good habit; it's
Shoulder pain can be a real bummer. One common type is subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS). There are lots of treatments out there, but they all have small to moderate effects. This means it can be tough for patients and healthcare providers to pick the best one. A recent study wanted to find out what
Samsung just unveiled their new Galaxy S25 at their Unpacked event, packing it with AI features and a top-tier processor. This base model comes with a 6. 2-inch AMOLED display, 12GB of RAM, and a 50MP main camera. But how does it stack up against Apple's iPhone 16? Let's break it down. Both phones
Imagine a school day without smartphones. Governor Hochul wants just that for students in grades K-12. She believes this can help free kids from the constant buzz of social media and the mental health pressures that come with it. But is it that simple? Smartphones can be a huge distraction in class
