In the United States, many adults might not be drinking enough water. This could be a big deal for their kidneys. A recent study looked at how water intake affects kidney health. It found that people who drink less water than they need might be at risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD). The study us
Scientists have come up with a clever way to see tannic acid in drinks. They made tiny particles that glow in two colors: blue and orange. When these particles meet tannic acid, the orange glow fades, but the blue stays bright. This change helps them measure how much tannic acid is in a drink. The
President Trump has announced plans to end the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalis in the U. S. This program has been a lifeline for many Somalis since 1991, when their country was devastated by civil war. The decision could impact hundreds of Somalis who have built lives in the U. S. , par
Sinonasal inverted papilloma, or SNIP, is a growth in the nose and sinuses. It's not cancer, but it can come back after treatment. Worse, it can turn into cancer. Doctors are trying to figure out why this happens. One clue might be dysplasia. This is when cells look abnormal under a microscope. The
Detroit's annual tree lighting event is back for 2025, promising a day of festive fun. But before you head out, there are a few things to keep in mind. First off, if you're planning to drive, be aware that some major streets will be closed starting Wednesday, November 19, at 6 a. m. These roads wil
A man who had been evading justice for nearly a decade finally faced the consequences of his actions. Patrick O'Connor, 39, was apprehended in Syracuse, New York, after a seven-year run from serious charges in Oregon. The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office received a tip that led to his arrest, markin
The Education Department is a big deal in the U. S. It's the main group that handles education policies and helps schools get money. But what if it disappeared? That's a big question. First, let's think about what the Education Department does. It gives out money to schools, makes rules for educati
Math is full of tricky ideas, and one of them is how flatness and primes work together. Usually, this is studied in commutative Noetherian rings, where things behave nicely. But what happens when we step outside this comfort zone? That's where strong Krull primes come into play. Strong Krull primes
Alice and Ellen Kessler, the famous twin sisters, passed away on Monday at their home in Gruenwald, Germany. They were 89 years old. The twins, who became stars in the 1950s, had been planning this for over a year. They contacted the German Society for Humane Dying (DGHS) to help them. The police i
In 2023, when former President Donald Trump faced legal troubles, he had few allies. One notable exception was U. S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. She was the only elected official present when Trump was booked and fingerprinted at the Fulton County Jail. While Trump was busy with his legal team, Gr
