The NBA playoffs are here, but before diving in, let's look back at the regular season. The season was full of standout performances, and now it's time to recognize the best of the best. The All-NBA, All-Defense, and All-Rookie teams are up for grabs, and there's plenty to discuss. First, let's t
A new comedy series is in the works at NBC. It will take place in a U. S. embassy located in another country. This show is called "Foreign Service. " It is being created by Aaron Brownstein and Simon Ganz. They are known for their work on "Santa Clarita Diet. " Aaron Kaplan's Kapital Entertainment i
Healthcare workers face a big problem in big hospitals. These places have lots of specialized workers. The issue is workplace violence. It can hurt workers' ability to do their jobs well. The violence can be physical or verbal. It can come from patients, visitors, or even other workers. This vi
Hearing aids, specifically cochlear implants, are a game-changer for over one million people who are profoundly deaf. They turn sounds into electrical signals that the brain can understand. However, these devices fall short when it comes to picking up on the subtle timing cues in sounds. This is esp
Texas is on the brink of a major change in how it funds education. The state's House of Representatives has given the green light to a plan that lets parents use state money for private school tuition. This move is a big win for Governor Greg Abbott, who has been pushing for more school ch
Climate change is no longer just a distant threat. It's a real and present issue that's taking a toll on the mental health of young Americans. This is especially true for those who have experienced climate-related events firsthand. These experiences can lead to a mix of emotions, from concern and fr
Parasites often have to share their host with other organisms. This is especially true for crop pathogens. They have to deal with plants that are also hosting helpful fungi. These fungi are known as mycorrhizal fungi. They form a mutually beneficial relationship with the plant. The root is where th
The medical field is always looking for ways to improve. One area where this is happening is in shoulder surgery. Specifically, in a procedure called reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. This surgery involves replacing parts of the shoulder joint. One crucial part of this surgery is placing the glen
The food industry is always looking for ways to make ready-to-eat meals safer and tastier. One popular dish, tomato-stewed beef brisket, usually takes a lot of time to prepare. To make it quicker, companies often use high heat to kill germs. This process, however, can make the food taste worse over
Plants are clever. They have developed special ways to handle sulfur and phosphorus. These are big deals for plants. They help with growth, development, and dealing with stress. Plants take in sulfur and phosphorus through their roots. They grab these nutrients in specific forms: sulfate for sulfur
