Neil Gaiman, known for "Sandman" and "Coraline, " has lost his publishing deal with Dark Horse Comics. This comes after a New York Magazine article revealed several women accusing him of sexual assault. Dark Horse issued a statement saying they take the allegations seriously and won't publish his wo
Surface water is crucial for understanding and predicting disease spread, especially in monsoon-affected regions like India’s Western Ghats. Before the arrival of Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) missions, optical remote sensing was used to map water availability. However, cloud cover often
Illegal logging and the trade of forest products have long been a problem worldwide. This crime hurts ecosystems and communities. The United States is the biggest importer of wood and forest products globally, with $78 billion spent in 2021 alone. To tackle this issue, we need to find a clever way t
Imagine a group of people discussing an issue. Their opinions aren't set in stone; they change based on who they talk to. Scientists have created a model to understand this better. They call it the q-voter model with weighted influence. This model introduces something new: a bias that favors one opi
Lymphatic filariasis is a big problem, affecting millions of people worldwide. Current medicines like DEC, albendazole, and ivermectin aren't great at killing adult worms. So, scientists are looking for new ways to fight this disease. This study checks out how holy basil, or Ocimum sanctum, affects
This weekend, former President Donald Trump jumped into the world of cryptocurrency by releasing his own token, $Trump. The launch, which happened on his social media platform Truth Social, was a surprising move that instantly made Trump billions on paper. The coin's design is based on a moment from
Have you ever wondered if your weight could affect your blood vessels? Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a common measure of weight in relation to height. While it's known to play a role in various heart issues, its connection to peripheral artery disease (PAD) has been a topic of debate. PAD happens when
Soccer referees face significant physical demands during high-level matches. This isn't just about running around; it's about how their bodies respond to the intense activity. Interestingly, this topic is the second most researched area in sports officiating. Accurate decisions depend on how well re
Imagine a school that's both online and Catholic, serving students across Oklahoma. That's what's at the heart of a big legal battle heading to the Supreme Court. The school, St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, wants to use public money. But does that break the rule about keeping church
The Justice Department, under new leadership, has made a surprising move by limiting prosecutions against people who block reproductive health clinics. In a memo, the department's chief of staff, Chad Mizelle, stated that these cases will only be pursued in exceptional situations. The memo also orde
