Ever heard of mesencephalic astrocyte-derived neurotrophic factor (MANF)? It's a brain protein that might be a game-changer in the fight against Parkinson's disease (PD). PD is the second most common brain disorder that causes dopamine neurons in the brain to die off over time. One of the main culpr
In their final game of the season, the New England Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills 23-16. This win pushed them down to the fourth pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, rather than securing the top spot. Fans had hoped the team would lose to get a better draft position, but the players had different pl
Netflix is like a big library that keeps changing its books. To stay fresh, it adds new ones and takes away old ones. In 2025, it's time for some big names to leave. Movies like 'American Psycho' with Christian Bale, and 'American Gangster' starring Denzel Washington are saying goodbye. Also, series
Scientists tested three ways to check if viruses in wastewater are still alive. They used heat-treated and 'live' viruses in water and wastewater samples. They also looked at viruses naturally found in wastewater. The viruses included Human adenovirus 5, enterovirus A71, hepatitis-A virus, influenza
Parkinson's disease (PD) isn't just about shaking. It comes with a high risk of falling and cognitive problems, too. These issues can be tough to tackle effectively. That's why researchers are excited about TAK-071, a new approach to help with the thinking difficulties that come with PD. A recent tr
What happens to Russia when Vladimir Putin steps down? Some think a new leader might emerge, one who mirrors Nikita Khrushchev's style. Unlike Putin's dream of a vast Russian empire, a Khrushchev-like figure might seek a friendlier relationship with the West. Back in the 1960s, Khrushchev welcomed f
Ever thought about how to fix a bad marriage? Well, let's talk about a puzzle called "Reaching Stable Marriage via Divorces" or DivorceSM for short. This riddle asks if you can start with a not-so-great marriage match and end up with a stable one by just allowing divorces. You see, stable marriages
Online dating has become a big part of many people's lives, but it's also a playground for scammers. Last year, over 64, 000 Americans were tricked into giving away over $1 billion in romance scams. That's double the amount from just four years ago! A 66-year-old woman named Sue was one of these vic
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been making some big claims about taking over the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). But hold on a second, says a conservative writer. They think it's all just a show. Dace Potas, the head of Lone Conservative, a big conservative student publication in Am
During today's match-up against the Bears, Packers quarterback Jordan Love found himself on the sidelines after a hit to his throwing arm. He felt a tingle and numbness, suggesting a funny bone injury. Although he appeared fine throwing on the sidelines, the Packers played it safe and kept him out.
