On his first day in office, President Trump sparked controversy by announcing plans to roll back environmental protections and boost fossil fuel production. One of his main targets was California's aggressive auto emission standards, including a ban on new gasoline-powered cars by 2035. This ban, kn
Head injuries in contact sports, like rugby, are becoming a real concern. To tackle this, two big rugby organizations have made it mandatory for players to wear special mouthguards that record data. These mouthguards, known as instrumented mouthguards (iMGs), track head acceleration events (HAEs). B
Basketball legend Scottie Pippen recently caused a stir by calling himself the greatest of all time. In a podcast with Patrick Bet-David, the six-time NBA champ said his confidence in his game led him to this conclusion. While he's previously praised both Michael Jordan and LeBron James, things seem
Dust from mining can be bad for the environment and our health. The problem is, the stuff we use to stop dust, called suppressants, isn't always good for all types of dust. They don't stick well, and the crust they make isn't strong. So, scientists did some experiments to find out what makes a good
Former President Trump has kicked off his push to roll back environmental policies, focusing on electric vehicles and tailpipe emissions. He's signed orders aiming to stop funding for EV charging stations and weaken emission standards. This move could let cars pollute more, but the auto industry is
In a clash of ideologies, California—known for its strict environmental rules—found itself at odds with the Trump administration. Over the years, the state filed about 123 lawsuits, costing around $10 million annually. These legal battles centered around three main areas: the environment, immigratio
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in the women's 400m hurdles, has a unique perspective on the world of sports. Not only is she a track and field legend, but she's also married to former NFL player Andre Levrone, giving her insights into both track and field and football. I
Nintendo recently unveiled the Switch 2, and one thing stood out: the console has a headphone jack. This might not seem like a big deal, but it's a refreshing choice in today's tech world. You see, back in 2016, Apple ditched the headphone jack, pushing everyone towards Bluetooth. Since then, I've b
Imagine living with a virus that never goes away. That's what people with Chronic Active Epstein-Barr Virus (CAEBV) infection experience. This infection, though rare, is serious. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) sticks around, causing symptoms and even life-threatening problems. Doctors are still figuri
Have you ever thought about whether seeing someone smoke on TV or a computer screen makes you want to grab a cigarette? Well, a recent study has some surprising findings. Researchers showed both smokers and vapers someone using an electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) on a screen. Surprisingly,
