The fight against COVID-19 is far from over. New variants of the virus keep popping up, making it tough for existing treatments to keep up. Vaccines are great, but they aren't enough on their own. We need new drugs that can adapt to these ever-changing viruses. One promising approach is to target th
The US has been busy making changes to how electronic nicotine delivery systems, or ENDS, are sold and marketed. First, a nicotine warning statement became mandatory in September 2018. This was a big deal because it meant companies had to clearly state the risks of nicotine. Then, in December 2019,
The football world was buzzing with excitement as two of its biggest stars, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe, went head-to-head on Tuesday night. Haaland, playing for Manchester City, scored twice, but it was Real Madrid, with Mbappe on their team, who won the thrilling Champions League match 3-2.
Danny Strong's journey in Hollywood is a story of transformation and success. Starting as an actor, Strong found his true calling in writing. He made a big impact with his script for Recount, a film about the controversial 2000 presidential election in Florida. This script was so good it topped the
Ever wondered how the body tries to rein in rogue cells? Breast cancer cells have a tough time getting out of control when hanging around healthy mammary cells. This is because of something called mitochondrial transfer. So, imagine if you will breast cancer cells getting a new lease on lif
Eco-design is a big deal in the world of manufacturing. It's all about creating products that are kinder to the environment, and it's catching on fast. Governments are throwing their weight behind it, setting up rules and incentives to make sure manufacturers get on board. These incentives can be en
Ever heard the phrase "use it or lose it"? Well, it turns out that keeping moving might help keep your kidneys in good shape too. First, let's talk about why kidneys are important. Imagine them as your body's filters. They clean your blood and make sure everything is balanced. When they aren't wor
Chronic health issues are a increasing problem for healthcare systems across Europe, especially when looking at the money spent on them. These problems are not just difficult to manage but also strain budgets. People living with chronic diseases require more healthcare services. In fact, they u
Something strangely wonderful happened recently. A never-before-seen galaxy was discovered. This galaxy’s existence was hinted at by a glowing ring of light around another nearby, well observed stellar body. The event was a result of an alignment among three celestial bodies. Whe
One of the key facts regarding how we experience the natural world is that droughts are notably disruptive and impact many things from the environment to how we live our daily social lives. First things first, droughts are very complex. This is especially true when we attempt to monitor them and an
