Depression is a complex issue, and scientists are looking at various factors that contribute to it. One big factor is urbanization. As cities grow, so do stress levels. This isn't just about traffic or noise; it's also about how our bodies react to these changes. Our bodies can get inflamed, like wh
In the rushing waters of the Jinsha River, two types of bacteria – free-living (FL) and particle-attached (PA) – play crucial roles in shaping the aquatic ecosystem. Despite their shared habitat, these bacteria have distinct ways of merging their communities, a process called coalescence. Scientists
Speech-Language Pathologists, often called SLPs, have a tough job. They help people of all ages improve their communication skills. That includes everything from chatting with friends to ordering food at a restaurant. But what happens when these SLPs work with families who speak different languages
Did you know oxytocin is not just a hormone for females? It's been around since the dawn of mammals and impacts our bodies in many ways. A collection of articles named "Comprehensive Psychoneuroendocrinology" shares 15 stories about this amazing hormone. Each author tells their personal journey into
Wildfires in Los Angeles are causing quite a stir, affecting movies, TV shows, and even music. With weak winds and tough firefighting, things are slowly getting better. But the showbiz world is still facing delays. The Producers Guild put their nominations on hold, and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex,
On a fateful day in August 2020, the Beirut Port in Lebanon experienced a massive explosion that left over 200 people dead and another 76, 000 injured. This disaster was a national tragedy, leaving deep scars, especially on those who lost loved ones. Three years later, researchers interviewed 13 fam
Samsung is making big changes to its Galaxy Ring and Samsung Health app. Now, the Galaxy Ring comes in more sizes, perfect for everyone. But the real excitement is in the app updates. Samsung Health is getting new features to help you sleep better. One cool feature is the Sleep environment report. I
Emergency managers in California face a tough job when it comes to dealing with wildfires. They have to handle not just the fires, but also the other problems that come with them, like floods and landslides. Four main issues came up in discussions with emergency managers from nine California countie
On a Saturday night, conversations at Jimmy's Sports Lounge in Cataraqui Woods Square took a violent turn. A heated argument between two men escalated when one pulled out a knife, slashing the other who tried to step in. This wasn't just a late-night bar brawl; the victim ended up in the hospital wi
Volcanic areas are some of the most active places on Earth, but we don't understand them very well. Let's look at the central Cascade arc in the USA. Here, water and landforms change together in a systematic way, linked to how old the volcanic rocks are. At the Cascade crest, where there's a lot of
