Ever wondered why some female freshmen in China can't seem to put down their phones? A recent study dives into this issue, focusing on a tricky thing called rumination. Rumination is like overthinking on steroids – it's when you can't stop dwelling on negative thoughts. The study found that when fem
For a long time, women committing serious crimes were somewhat ignored in statistical studies. Traditional forensics mostly focused on male offenders, assuming men were the primary threat. However, things started to change in West Germany during the 1960s. More female scientists began analyzing fema
You might think fatty liver disease is only for overweight folks. Surprise! About 20% of people with this condition are actually thin. This isn't just about being obese; it's about how your body handles fat and sugar. When your liver stores too much fat, it's called hepatic steatosis. And even if yo
Mitochondria, the powerhouses of cells, have their own genome. This genome works closely with the nucleus to manage crucial genes for energy production. One key process is splicing, where plant mitochondria cut and reconnect pieces of genetic material. This study looked at 25 of these splicing event
Advocacy and activism in nursing are topics that have been discussed and debated for many years. These concepts involve political action aimed at social or political change. Some people believe that advocacy and activism should be part of a nurse's role, while others disagree. To understand what nur
You might not expect a Christmas movie to come from Mars, but that’s exactly what happened with Santa Claus Conquers the Martians. Turning 60 this year, this film has a strange charm that makes it a holiday classic, despite its many flaws. The story kicks off with Martian kids getting hooked on Eart
Last week, some news websites like The Daily Mail and The New York Post claimed that astronaut Suni Williams was sick. They even said her colleague, Butch Wilmore, might be losing weight. NASA quickly cleared things up, saying all astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) are doing well. T
Gymnastics is a sport loved by many, but what happens to the athletes after college? Unlike other sports, there's no clear professional path for gymnasts. This leaves many top NCAA gymnasts, like Olivia Dunne, wondering what to do after college. The Global Impact Gymnastics Alliance (GIGA) is trying
As the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season nears its end, a new player is entering the stage: a tropical depression in the western Caribbean. Forecasters predict that this system, currently named Tropical Depression 19, could grow into a tropical storm and possibly even a hurricane. If it reaches tropica
Let's talk about the weather! If you're in Colorado Springs or Pueblo, you're in for a treat this weekend. Thursday's going to be a beauty, with the sun shining brightly and the temperature hitting a cozy 55° in Colorado Springs and 58° in Pueblo. Friday will be partly cloudy, but don't worry, it'll
