In Australia, a group of people with a rare muscle condition called Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM) took the lead in a study. This condition makes it hard for people to move around and do daily tasks. The study wanted to find out what challenges these people face and what they think is most important
Scarlett Johansson, a prominent Jewish actress, recently found herself in the spotlight for a different reason. A fake video, created using AI, showed her and other celebrities in a controversial light. The video, which featured Johansson in a T-shirt with a hand gesture, a Jewish star, and Kanye We
Apple has just rolled out Safari Technology Preview 213, and it's not just another update—it's a sneak peek into what's coming next for Safari. Think of it like getting to test drive a new car before it's officially released. This update is all about giving developers and tech enthusiasts a chance t
Imagine a tiny, invisible war happening right in your garden. Crucifer crops, like cabbage and broccoli, are under constant attack from a sneaky bacterium called Xanthomonas campestris pv. campestris, or Xcc for short. This nasty little bug causes black rot, a disease that can wipe out entire crops.
Homelessness is tough. It's not just about not having a place to live. It's also about facing huge health risks. One big problem is heart disease. This is especially true for people who are homeless and over 50. Their hearts age faster than others. This is because of the stress, bad living condition
Plants are strong, they have to be to deal with bugs and weather. They have a secret weapon called phenolic compounds, which act like natural armor. The amount of this armor can change based on where a plant lives. For example, a plant at the base of a mountain might make more phenolic compounds to
In the grand scheme of things, bacteria are tough. They can survive in places that would make most other organisms cringe. One such place is an old mine heap in Tarnowskie Góry, Poland. This isn't your average backyard. It's an extreme environment, and it's here that scientists found two new types o
A federal judge in Boston recently made a significant ruling that allows the controversial deferred resignation program to continue. The program, which faced a temporary setback due to a restraining order, was challenged by three federal unions. However, the judge determined that these unions did no
Joann, a well-known crafting retailer, has announced that it will be closing over 500 of its stores across the United States. This decision comes after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in a year. The closures will affect multiple states, with Washington bein
Millie Bobby Brown, the actress known for her role in "Stranger Things, " has a message for those dreaming of a simple farm life. It is not as easy as it looks. She and her husband, Jake Bongiovi, moved to a farm in Georgia in 2024. They have a lot of animals to take care of. This includes sheep, go
