After the Civil War, many smart people noticed that poor education in the South helped keep people under the control of wealthy slave owners. They thought that teaching everyone, regardless of their skin color, could help create a fairer society. This idea led to the creation of the first Department
Spain is in a tough spot. The country, known for being the biggest pork producer in the European Union, is facing a big problem. African swine fever is spreading among wild boars near Barcelona. This disease doesn't hurt humans, but it's a big deal for pigs and wild boars. It spreads quickly and can
People with more autistic traits often struggle with their mood and brain performance. This is not just about autism. Other mental health issues play a big role too. A recent study looked into this. It involved young adults who reported their autistic traits and symptoms of inattention, depression,
Airbus has been working hard to fix a software issue in its A320 planes. This problem came to light after a JetBlue A320 had a sudden drop in altitude, possibly due to solar flares. The fix involved updating the software that controls the plane's nose angle. Many airlines around the world had to qu
In Oregon, a silent crisis is unfolding. It's not a disease or a natural disaster, but fear. Fear is making people skip important doctor visits. Babies are missing check-ups. Kids aren't getting vaccines. Adults are running low on crucial medicines. This isn't just about missing appointments. It's a
In the world of health insurance, AI is becoming a major player, and not everyone is happy about it. Neal Shah, a startup founder, found this out the hard way when his wife was fighting cancer. He was drowning in bills and denial letters, and he started to wonder if having insurance was even worth i
People with liver damage from drinking often struggle to get help for their alcohol problem. This is a big issue because drinking can make their liver problems worse. A recent study looked into why this happens and what can be done to help more people get the treatment they need. First, it's import
Japan's economy is showing signs of resilience. In the third quarter of the year, companies in Japan spent more on buildings and equipment. This spending went up by 2. 9% compared to the same time last year. This is good news because it shows that the economy is still strong, even with challenges li
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a tough opponent, but scientists are finding new ways to fight it. They've discovered that some CRCs have mutations in ARID1A and TP53 genes. These mutations make the cancer cells more vulnerable to a type of treatment that targets WEE1. Here's how it works: ARID1A helps
In Hong Kong, a devastating fire at the Wang Fuk Court apartment complex has left 146 people dead. The search for victims continues, with 100 still missing and 79 injured. Rescue teams are working tirelessly, but the dark, smoke-filled buildings make their job incredibly difficult. The fire started
