The Oscar race is heating up, and a surprising contender is making waves. Sean Baker's comedy "Anora" is suddenly the talk of the town. It didn't win any awards at the Golden Globes, but now it's a front-runner for the Oscars. This past Saturday in Los Angeles, "Anora" won big at both the
Imagine a world where water scarcity is a thing of the past. This isn't just a dream; it could be reality soon. Scientists have discovered a way to use sunlight and heat together to make water evaporation more efficient. This isn't just about boiling water; it's about creating energy from it. Here's
Ever wondered why dentures, made from heat-polymerized acrylic resin, sometimes feel like a breeding ground for germs? Well, it's all about the surface. These dentures are popular in prosthodontics because they're easy to mold and handle. However, they have a dark side— they can easily beco
In the world of pediatric care, there is a growing interest in asking children and teenagers about tough stuff they might have gone through in their lives. But what does this actually do for kids who need extra help? First, it is important to understand what these past experiences are. Word
Pregnancy can bring a lot of excitement, but it also brings some serious health risks like blood clots called venous thromboembolism (VTE). Doctors must carefully manage these blood clots. There are two main types to watch out for: deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). DVT is when
How do you pick what's for lunch? It's not just about what's tasty. It's a mix of many things. People's choices depend a lot on what they like, when they eat, and who they eat with. But, there's more to it. Sometimes, it's what's cheap or what others expect. Think about where you eat too - at home
In the fight against cancer, we're seeing big changes. Cancer is a serious problem all around the world. So too are the global figures. About 19 million new cases of cancer were found in 2020. It is easy to talk about trying out simple and complex lab tools to find cancer. These let doctors det
These tiny particles, called extracellular vesicles, are everywhere. They are released by cells throughout the body. This can be normal, or it can happen during disease. Even more interesting, these tiny particles can send signals to other cells. They can help start, grow, and spread cancer. One ca
Periodontal disease is a big deal. Your gums can get really inflamed and infected, making you cringe just from thinking about brushing your teeth. Traditional methods for clearing out bacteria try to clean out the pockets of your gums by scraping at the roots of your teeth. This is a cool term for
What do people think about risks today? People have looked at how people see risks of things like nuclear power but what hasn't been looked at is newer things. Newer risks are examined like climate change and fake news. This is to compare with older risks. A large group of people
