Have you ever noticed how the sounds around you can change how you feel? Like how birds chirping makes a park feel peaceful, but traffic noise can make it feel busy and maybe even uncomfortable? Scientists call this 'soundscape appropriateness', or SA for short. It's like how well the sounds around
Food insecurity is a big issue for many college students. Researchers are curious if a single question can effectively spot food insecurity. This study took a closer look at whether one simple question could be enough to identify food insecurity among college students. Researchers wanted to see if
Cannabis use among teens is a growing concern, especially in places like Iran. The Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach, or A-CRA, is a technique that's shown promise in helping teens kick the habit. A recent study in Tehran put A-CRA to the test. Researchers looked at 40 male teens, aged 15
The recent presidential election has sparked debate about the future of criminal justice reform. Some say voters have rejected these changes, pointing to defeats like Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón's loss. But this isn't the full story. Across the U. S. , many prosecutors are still push
Have you ever wondered what happens when therapy goes digital? Telerehabilitation, or remote therapy, has been growing in popularity, but it's not without its bumps. This review took a close look at the challenges and setbacks that come with telerehabilitation. From minor inconveniences to more seri
In Marblehead, teachers and school officials are starting to make some real headway in their talks. The Marblehead Education Association (MEA) President, Jonathan Heller, shared that after a long wait, negotiations finally happened face-to-face on Monday. He's hopeful that these discussions will lea
Imagine you've ever wondered how cough medicines for cats actually work. Scientists recently conducted an experiment involving anesthetized cats to find out. They tested two different medicines, 3APPi and Levo, to see how they impact the timing of coughs. Interestingly, both medicines reduced the n
When we think about cities with big sports scenes, places like Los Angeles, Boston, and New York typically come to mind. But what about smaller cities? WalletHub decided to find out which cities are the best for sports fans across the nation. They looked at various sports like football, basketball,
In the world of science, sometimes truth takes a backseat to prejudice. Such was the case with Sir Jagadis Chandra Bose, a brilliant scientist from Bengal. Recently, an article in this volume challenged a piece I wrote about Bose. While Kingsland and Taiz (2024) raised questions, the facts remain cl
In the midst of allegations about a relationship with a 17-year-old, new claims have surfaced about former Congressman Matt Gaetz. According to his attorney, Gaetz paid two women to travel to New York in 2019. They were supposed to have sex with him and then enjoy a show of their choice. The women a
