Brazil is preparing for a potential outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). This virus can cause big problems. It can lead to the loss of many animals, lower the production of livestock and meat, and increase spending on control and eradication. Plus, it can lead to trade restrictions, which can h
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a serious issue that impacts over 200 health conditions. It is responsible for around 3 million deaths each year globally. This makes it a significant public health concern. It is estimated that about half of the risk for developing AUD is inherited. This means that gen
Yoga's origins stretch back to ancient times, long before modern science emerged. It is widely recognized that practicing yoga can boost overall well-being and improve both physical and mental health. As yoga becomes more popular in the West, so does the interest in studying it scientifically. Howev
Zoonotic diseases, those nasty illnesses that jump from animals to humans, are a big deal. They spread quickly. They kill lots of people. To tackle them, we need to think about how men and women experience these diseases differently. This is what a recent study in Bundibugyo district, Uganda, set ou
This season, the Minnesota Timberwolves faced a tough reality. They were eliminated in the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Mike Conley, a veteran player, knows the struggle of reaching the conference finals. He has been there three times in his career. So, when the Timberwolves lost Game 5 de
Sean O'Malley's loss at the Sphere in September 2024 was a tough pill to swallow. The event, held at the iconic Las Vegas venue, saw O'Malley and Dvalishvili face off in the main event of UFC 306. This fight was part of the promotion's second Noche UFC celebration for Mexican Independence Day. Unfor
Venus is a planet that never fails to surprise. It has a lot of volcanoes. More than 1, 600 large volcanoes have been spotted so far. Among these, there are some that are quite odd. They are called pancake domes. These are not your typical volcanoes. They are wide and flat, stretching for mile
Europe's aging population faces a growing challenge with genitourinary diseases. These health issues can greatly reduce the quality of life for older adults. Yet, there hasn't been enough research on how big this problem is. A recent study used data from the Global Burden of Disease (
The Minnesota Timberwolves had a rollercoaster season in 2024-25. They faced numerous challenges, including a major trade before training camp and a string of injuries, but they managed to make it to the playoffs for the fourth year in a row. This was a significant achievement, considering they had
A small village in Switzerland faced a catastrophic event when a large section of a glacier broke off and slid down the mountain. This natural disaster buried nearly the entire village, leaving only a small portion untouched. The incident occurred on May 28, 2025, and the aftermath was captured on v
