Ever wondered why catching Mediterranean fruit flies, or medflies, can be so tricky? It's not just about having the right traps. A bunch of things can make a difference. Scientists wanted to figure out what makes traps more or less effective. They looked at four main things: the sex of the
In a surprising move, Israeli military tanks have rolled into the West Bank for the first time in many years. This action has sparked concern and criticism from Palestinians, who see it as a major step up in conflict. The tanks were spotted moving into Jenin, a city known for its history of resistan
Jesus Guerrero, a talented hairstylist known for his work with celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 34. His sister, Gris Guerrero, shared the sad news on a GoFundMe page, describing him as a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. The family is no
First, let's talk about what this study is all about. Researchers wanted to see if brain signals, specifically those measured by something called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), were consistent when people did powerful, quick muscle contractions. They looked at three different points in tim
Southeast Asia is grappling with a significant public health challenge: Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). A recent study delved into the latest Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) data from 2005 to 2022, focusing on five countries in the region: Timor-Leste, Philippines, Indonesia, Myanmar, an
Breast cancer cells, especially the aggressive triple-negative type, can change when they don't get enough oxygen. This is called hypoxia, and it's a big deal in the world of cancer research. Scientists have found that when these cells are starved of oxygen for a short time, a protein called Annexin
A chaotic scene unfolded in a French town market, where a man with a knife went on a rampage. The attacker shouted a phrase often associated with extremist acts, "Allahu Akbar. " This incident, which happened on a Saturday afternoon, left one person dead and several injured. The 69-year-old victim
Learning to handle feedback is a big part of getting better in breast imaging. It might feel tough at first, but it's super important. Trainees can use different ways to get feedback. They can look at how they do in self-assessments, check real-world patient results, get feedback from procedures, ta
Breast cancer in younger women, those under 50, has been on the rise for years. This is a concerning trend, as it's happening at a time when we're supposed to be making progress in health. The thing is, we don't really know why this is happening. Scientists have been trying to figure it out, but the
Breast cancer is a big deal, and a lot of it is estrogen receptor-positive (ER+). This means the cancer cells grow when they're exposed to estrogen. Doctors have been fighting this type of cancer for a while, and they've made some good progress. But, there are still some tough cases, like when the c
