Scott Bessent, a billionaire investor, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the Treasury Department. This is a surprising move, given Bessent's history of supporting Democratic candidates and working for George Soros, a prominent Democratic donor. However, Bessent has been in Trump's cir
Republicans are feeling confident about keeping their Senate majority for years to come. Senate GOP campaign chief Steve Daines believes their victory in the 2024 election, with 53 seats under their belt, could mean long-term control. Democrats had a tough map in 2024, but things might not get much
When it comes to healthcare, patients from religious minorities like Orthodox Judaism and Islam might encounter unique struggles. They have to balance their beliefs with the principles of Western medicine. This exploration dives into the similarities between these faiths' approaches to medical ethic
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a lifelong journey that involves mastering complex care, self-management, and regular doctor visits to keep blood sugar in check and stay healthy. This journey isn't easy, as patients have to navigate a lot of medical and disease-specific information. How people wi
You might be popping prenatal vitamins thinking you’re doing great for your baby. But hold on! A recent study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus found some surprising stuff in these pills. They tested 47 different brands—both over-the-counter and prescription—and guess what? Som
House Democrats plan to keep pushing for the release of an Ethics report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla. ). This comes after Gaetz decided not to be considered for a top job in the incoming Trump administration. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill. ) wants the public to see what investigators found about Gaet
Ever heard of tiny powerhouses living inside chicken guts? Meet Ligilactobacillus salivarius—a bacteria with a trick up its sleeve. Inside these microscopic beings lies a repA-type megaplasmid, housing a gene for salivaricin P (salP), a class IIb bacteriocin. Scientists decided to dig deeper into th
Science is facing heavy criticism from various corners of the world. The recent election of a leader with anti-science views in the US is just one example. Climate change, a pressing global issue, is constantly under scrutiny, with scientists and their findings being attacked. Topics like reproducti
Billionaire Elon Musk is reportedly throwing his weight behind a controversial choice. He's threatening to back primary challenges against Republican senators who speak out against former Representative Matt Gaetz for a top job in Donald Trump's administration. An advisor close to Trump spilled the
Nvidia's latest earnings report was nothing short of impressive, but investors seem to have high expectations. The AI chip leader raked in a record $35. 08 billion in revenue, a 94% increase from last year. Earnings per share doubled to 81 cents, surpassing estimates. Despite these wins, the stock d
