Let's dive into how social mobility in Scotland changed for men between the late 1800s and the late 1900s. We're looking at new data that links the lives of young men in 1871 to their adult lives in 1901. This is then compared to men in their 30s and 40s in 1974 and 2001. The big surprise? Social mo
In the world of film, Netflix has just dropped a movie that's turning heads and causing a stir. We're talking about "Emilia Pérez, " a crime comedy musical that's being called the wildest potential Best Picture contender for the 2025 Oscars. This film is no ordinary flick. It's directed by Jacques A
When COVID-19 hit, doctors worldwide scrambled to find effective treatments. Even though many drugs didn't show promising results, they were still widely used. A study in Colombia looked at how different medications were prescribed to COVID-19 patients in hospitals. The focus was on the differences
SpaceX has pushed back the launch of Starship Flight 6 to November 19. Originally set for November 18, this change was announced by SpaceX on their social media and website. The test, named IFT-6 (Integrated Flight Test 6), will involve launching and hopefully catching the spacecraft. To get ready,
In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the weather plays a crucial role in battles and evolution. Rain, for instance, can transform some Pokémon into powerful forms. So, where and when does it rain in this game? Well, unlike real life, you can't predict exact rain times. It just happens randomly as you expl
In a recent legal development, a former employee of Kanye West's Yeezy brand, Murphy Aficionado, has filed a lawsuit against the rapper. The lawsuit covers a wide range of issues, including claims of discrimination, a hostile work environment, and unpaid wages. One of the most notable allegations is
America is known for its amazing inventions and innovations. From Benjamin Franklin to Steve Jobs, brilliant minds have changed the world. But now, something is threatening this tradition of innovation: greedy lawyers. These lawyers are using fake science to win big lawsuits. They find products tha
After years of steering Thomas Jefferson's Science Olympiad team to victory, Rich Bender and Carol Haller have stepped down. Their retirement means more free time, but it also leaves a big gap in the world of middle school science competition. They've been the brains behind 31 straight state titles
What if you could see worlds far away, beyond our own solar system? That's what the Kepler Space Telescope has done, finding over 2, 000 new planets, or exoplanets. Dr. Jason Steffen, a physics professor from UNLV, was on episode 137 of This Week In Space to talk about Kepler's mission. Launched in
FX has done it again! Their latest show, 'Say Nothing, ' has just arrived on Hulu, and it's already getting rave reviews. With a stunning 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, this drama is based on Patrick Radden Keefe's book about the turbulent times in Northern Ireland. The story starts with the murder of Jean
