The journey of two astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, took an unexpected turn this week. They returned from the International Space Station after an extended stay of 286 days, far longer than their initial eight-day mission. The mission faced numerous challenges, including issues with the
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a heart condition that can lead to serious issues. It's a problem that affects millions. It's a condition where the heart beats irregularly. This can cause blood clots, leading to strokes. Doctors have been trying to figure out how to predict who might have a stroke.
Surgery is often the go-to solution for people with epilepsy that doesn't respond to medication. For a long time, doctors have been removing a part of the brain called the anterior temporal lobe to control seizures. This method, known as anterior temporal lobectomy, has been quite effective. However
Brain tumors in children are not common. These growths can pop up in the brain's ventricles. They are known as choroid plexus tumors. Dealing with these tumors in kids can be challenging. But there is a new method that is gaining attention. It is called purely neuroendoscopic removal. This method us
In Wisconsin, a political action committee backed by Elon Musk is stirring up controversy. They are offering $100 to voters who sign a petition against "activist judges. " This move comes just two weeks before a crucial state Supreme Court election. The group, America PAC, made this announcement on
The Blue Ghost spacecraft has just wrapped up a significant lunar mission. This mission, which spanned the duration of a full lunar day, or about two Earth weeks, took place on the moon's near side. The Blue Ghost spacecraft, roughly the size of a small car, carried out various experiments during it
The NCAA Tournament is back for another day of intense action. 32 teams are set to hit the court and battle it out. The games kick off at 12:15 p. m. ET, and fans can expect a packed schedule with 16 first-round games. The excitement is palpable, especially with the return of Duke's star player, Coo
A global effort to solve cold cases has achieved a remarkable breakthrough. A woman, who was found deceased in Spain back in 2018, has finally been identified. She was known only as "the woman in the chicken coop" until recently. Her true identity is Ainoha Izaga Ibieta Lima, a 33-year-old from Para
COVID-19 tests are key to stopping the virus from spreading. They also help people get the care they need. But in Sub-Saharan Africa, not enough people got tested. This was a big problem during the pandemic. Why did this happen? There were several reasons. First, there weren't enough tests to go aro
The first day of the men's 2025 NCAA basketball tournament is here, and it's packed with exciting games. The day will feature more than 12 hours of non-stop basketball action. The No. 1 overall seed, Auburn Tigers, will take the court. Their star player, Johni Broome, is a strong candidate for the p
