Bananas are more than just a tasty snack. They have been used for ages in traditional medicine. Two types, Musa sapientum and Musa paradisiaca, are packed with helpful compounds. These include flavonoids, alkaloids, and vitamins. They are found in different parts of the plant, like the roots, fruits
Lung cancer hits Māori in Aotearoa New Zealand hard. It's the top killer among cancers for them. More Māori lose their lives to lung cancer each year than from the next five most common cancers combined. This is a big problem that needs attention. The story doesn't end there. Māori often get worse
Tom Brady, the former NFL star, seems to be having a blast exploring his single life. After being seen with actress Sydney Sweeney at Jeff Bezos' wedding, he was recently spotted with another famous face, Sofia Vergara. The two were seen together on a luxury yacht cruise. This wasn't just any yacht
In Texas, Kerr County faced a tough choice: invest in a flood warning system or risk lives. The county knew the danger. Nearby, Wimberley County had already lost 13 people to flooding. Kerr County's officials wanted to act, but money was the problem. They looked to FEMA for help, but the state turne
In the fast-paced world of emergency rooms, pinpointing the source of an infection can be a real puzzle. This is especially true when patients arrive with symptoms that don't quite fit any clear pattern. A recent study took a closer look at how well a specific type of scan, known as a thoraco-abdomi
Older adults face unique challenges when dealing with intimate partner violence (IPV). This is not just about physical harm. It involves a mix of emotional, cognitive, and social factors. Three stories from a mental health service show how complex this issue can be. First, let's talk about the big
Nurses are often the first ones to notice when something is not right. They see the gaps in healthcare. They understand the struggles of patients who can't afford proper care. But what if nurses could do more than just notice? What if they could actually change things? Nursing students are learning
In New York City, a recent study looked at how police actions and violent crimes impact student attendance. The research used data from public schools over six years, from 2013 to 2019. It focused on two main things: arrests made by police and reported violent crimes. The study found something inte
Linda Yaccarino has left her role as CEO of X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk. Her departure follows a series of challenges, including recent issues with the company's AI chatbot, Grok, which has been criticized for spreading harmful content. Yaccarino's exit comes months after Musk so
The National Rally (RN), a prominent far-right party in France, is under fire after police raided its headquarters and several associated companies. The raids, conducted by 20 finance brigade officers, were part of an ongoing investigation into potential fraud and misuse of campaign funds. Prosecuto
