A young basketball sensation from Duke University is in a tough spot. Khaman Maluach, a freshman center for the Duke Blue Devils, might have to leave the country. This is because of a new rule from the State Department. The rule targets people from South Sudan who have visas to stay in the US. This
In the heart of India's Western Ghats, two small rivers, Karamana and Vamanapuram, are doing big things. These rivers flow through the Southern Granulite Terrain, a region known for its unique geology. The rivers' chemical makeup is influenced by several factors. Scientists took water samples f
Body fluids often hold vital clues in crime scenes. They can help piece together what happened and confirm details. However, some fluids are tricky to tell apart. For instance, blood from a wound and blood from a menstrual cycle can look quite similar. This makes it hard for investigators to kno
Chronic infections in bones, especially in the femur or tibia, can be a real headache. The main challenge is spotting the infected areas, as they don't have clear edges. Figuring out the best way to clean out the infection and rebuild the bone is still up for debate. A recent study took a close look
In the 1940s, a company started making cooking oil in a small town in India. Today, that company, Wipro, is a giant in the tech world. It operates in 167 countries and has nearly a quarter of a million employees. The company's focus has shifted from cooking oil to IT and now to AI. Kiran Minnasandra
The Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) is a type of hearing implant. It is used by people who struggle with regular hearing aids. Over time, the methods for putting in a VSB have improved. This has made the results better for users. Usually, the VSB processor is turned on about four weeks after surgery. This
Microsporidia are tiny, single-celled parasites that can cause infections in people. They are known to target the small intestine. One type of microsporidia, Encephalitozoon intestinalis, is particularly good at infecting humans. These parasites have a sneaky way of hiding inside cells called macrop
The quest to tackle racial disparities has long been hindered by the way data is collected. For years, different racial groups have been lumped together, making it tough to spot and address specific issues within these communities. Recently, there's been a push to break down these groups into smalle
Halle Berry is not part of the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. However, she is diving into a new adventure with Marvel stars Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo. This is not a superhero movie, though. It is a crime thriller based on Don Winslow’s Crime 101. This project has been on Berry's resume for a wh
The Yellow River, often called the birthplace of Chinese culture, has seen big changes in its environment. This is mostly because of fast city growth, which has led to more wastewater going into the river. This has changed how the water flows and its quality. The Dahei River, a key part of the Yell
