College football is at a crossroads. The sport's top brass are locked in a heated debate about the future of the College Football Playoff (CFP). The Big 12 commissioner, Brett Yormark, has been vocal about his support for a 5+11 model. This setup would guarantee automatic spots for the top five conf
A man from Southern California is in Chicago. He is waiting for a double-lung transplant. This man is Deron Wells. He has stage 4 lung cancer. He has been fighting for months to get this transplant. His health insurance company made things hard for him. They denied his coverage. This fight got a lo
In many developing countries, tuberculosis (TB) often goes undetected or is diagnosed too late. This delay leads to unnecessary suffering, deaths, and further spread of the disease. One promising solution is decentralized testing, which brings accurate TB diagnosis closer to where people live. The T
Chronic whiplash can be a real pain in the neck. But here is the thing. Some people find relief through neck-specific exercises. About half of those who stick with these exercises see a real difference in their pain and disability. However, it is not clear why some people benefit more than others
Minerals play a huge role in how tiny plastic bits move around in nature. These minerals are often found mixed with organic stuff, forming special teams called organo-mineral complexes. These teams act differently than the minerals alone. Two minerals that were studied are ferrihydrite and goethite.
In the world of medical tech, a new tool is making waves. It's a one-step drill system called MONO. This gadget is designed to put in bone-anchored hearing systems. But how does it stack up against the old three-step method, known as MIPS? Let's dive in. First off, let's talk about the big questio
Nightreign, the latest game from the team behind Dark Souls, made a big splash on PC. It quickly became the second-biggest launch for FromSoftware on Steam. However, players are finding it tough to get into the game. Nightreign is not your typical Elden Ring experience. It is a battle royale-style
The Minnesota Vikings have taken a big step to secure their future. They have extended the contract of their General Manager, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. This move comes after the team had already secured their coach, Kevin O'Connell, with a new deal. The details of Adofo-Mensah's extension are not fully pu
The Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers are on the brink of a significant trade. The deal involves sending edge rusher Bryce Huff to the 49ers in exchange for a mid-round draft pick. Both teams are eager to make this happen, but there's a catch. The trade can't be completed until after June
Dental implants are a big deal. They help people smile and chew again. But, they can get dirty. This is a problem. Dirty implants can cause infections. So, keeping them clean is super important. Two methods were tested to see how well they clean implants. The goal was to find out which one works bet
