In many countries, teens face serious problems from violence and abuse. These issues affect their health, social life, and even the economy. One promising solution is using digital tools to help parents. These tools could reach many people and make a big difference. But, there's a catch. For these t
Ever wondered if the chemicals in everyday items could affect kids' hormones? A recent study looked into this. Researchers studied 429 children aged 9-12 in Hokkaido, Japan, from 2017 to 2020. They focused on chemicals called organophosphate flame retardants and plasticizers (PFRs), which are found
Nigeria is a country with some big issues. One of them is the high number of babies born each year. Another is that many girls don't go to school. But there's a connection between these two problems. Let's break it down. Education is a powerful thing. It can change lives and even change the number
Kidney stones can be incredibly uncomfortable. They can block urine flow and cause a lot of pain. Traditionally, doctors have relied on a method called PCNL to tackle big kidney stones. But recent discoveries have shown that there might be a better option: a surgical method called LPL. LPL is a typ
The east coast of Australia is in a state of chaos after Storm Alfred, now downgraded to a tropical low, swept through the region. The storm, which initially hit as a category 2 tropical cyclone, brought with it heavy rain and strong winds, causing severe flooding and power outages. More than 300,
Matthew McConaughey's return to acting was a bit bumpy. He showed up on the set of "The Rivals of Amziah King" with a swollen eye from a bee sting. He even joked about it. He was nervous, but he wasn't the only one. The whole crew was feeling it too. McConaughey had taken a break from acting for si
Imagine looking up at the night sky and seeing a spectacular light show. That's what happened in January when about 120 Starlink satellites from SpaceX burned up in Earth's atmosphere. This created artificial meteor showers that were visible to many people around the world. While these shows might s
Energy conversion efficiency can be significantly improved by understanding how molecules behave. This process is called symmetry-breaking charge separation (SBCS). Scientists are studying how the structure of molecules affects this process. They are focusing on a family of molecules called violan
Imagine this: A surgeon with a big vision for healthier school lunches is up for a major job. Dr. Marty Makary, a well-known figure from Johns Hopkins University, is in the running to lead the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If he gets the job, he's got some big plans. First off, he
In a surprising twist, some of Donald Trump's most fervent supporters have turned their backs on one of his own Supreme Court picks, Amy Coney Barrett. Barrett, a conservative justice appointed in 2020, has been criticized for not being conservative enough. This might sound confusing, but it's all a
