In a significant move, Israel and Gaza are getting ready for a hostage-prisoner swap. This exchange is part of a ceasefire agreement that could potentially end the two-year conflict in Gaza. Hamas is expected to release all living hostages within 72 hours of the deal's signing. Currently, they hold
Atractylodes plants, known for their medicinal uses, have three main species: Atractylodes lancea (AL), A. chinensis (AC), and A. macrocephala (AM). These plants have different types of sugars, called polysaccharides, which play a big role in their medicinal properties. Scientists looked at these su
Windows 10 is reaching the end of its life soon. On October 14, Microsoft will stop sending security updates to Windows 10 PCs. This means users have three options: upgrade to Windows 11, buy a new PC, or sign up for Extended Security Updates (ESU) to keep using Windows 10 safely for another year.
The Nobel Peace Prize committee made a bold choice this year, and not everyone is happy about it. They picked María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, for her work in fighting for democracy in her country. This decision left some Trump supporters upset, especially after they pushed hard
Microsoft has set an ambitious target: becoming carbon-negative by 2030. But is this goal achievable? The tech giant's data centers are notorious for their massive energy consumption. This is a big problem, especially in some East Asian countries where clean energy is scarce. The issue is not just
A long-time Microsoft worker has decided to leave the company. He said he couldn't stay because Microsoft sells cloud services to the Israeli military. This engineer, Scott Sutfin-Glowski, worked at Microsoft for 13 years. He told his coworkers this would be his last week. He said he couldn't suppo
A powerful explosion has shaken a small town in Tennessee, leaving a trail of destruction and uncertainty. The incident took place at a facility that makes explosives for various industries, including the military. Authorities have confirmed that lives were lost, but the exact number remains unclear
Ketorolac is a powerful pain reliever often used for children, but it's not an opioid. That's a good thing because doctors are trying to use fewer opioids. However, the right dose for kids is still a mystery. Most doses given to children are based on adult doses, but kids' bodies process medicine di
In the world of prehistoric creatures, the rock hyrax had some unusual habits. This small, furry animal, which lived in South Africa around 126, 000 years ago, had a knack for lounging on boulders and soaking up the sun, much like seals and walruses do today. But here's where it gets interesting: t
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex condition. It affects people in different ways. But what about transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) people with MS? This group is often overlooked in research. Yet, they face unique challenges. TGD people with MS may undergo gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAH
