Billy Bob Thornton, a seasoned actor, has shared his thoughts on celebrities using award shows as a platform for political discussions. He believes that these events should focus on celebrating achievements rather than promoting causes. During a chat with Joe Rogan, Thornton mentioned that he no lo
In Cameroon, Paul Biya, aged 92, recently secured his eighth term as president. This victory is met with widespread skepticism, given the country's struggles with violence, corruption, and poor leadership. Biya's lengthy reign, spanning over four decades, has seen him serve as both prime minister an
Orthopaedic surgery is a demanding field. It requires long hours and intense focus. But what happens when residents become parents? The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) has set a standard. They require at least six weeks of paid leave for residents and fellows. This leave
Bacteria and our bodies are in a constant battle. One sneaky bacteria, Simkania negevensis (Sne), has found a way to mess with our body's defense system. This bacteria causes respiratory diseases and hides inside our cells. It has tools to break down our body's defenses, but scientists are still fig
Senators are set to vote on a resolution that could prevent President Trump from attacking Venezuela without Congress's say-so. This comes after officials admitted they lack legal grounds for striking Venezuelan land, despite recent U. S. strikes on boats near Venezuela's coast. The resolution, led
In a notable show of defiance, Catholic clergy made their way to an ICE detention center in Illinois, hoping to bring the Eucharist to detainees. Their efforts were met with a firm "no" from ICE, leaving the clergy feeling humiliated and disappointed. This incident is just one example of the growing
The Trump administration has been using the military in ways that raise serious questions. Over the past few weeks, the president has ordered the killing of at least 64 people accused of drug trafficking. These actions might expand to include strikes in countries like Venezuela, Colombia, and Mexico
Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii are not your everyday fungi. They are serious pathogens, with the World Health Organization ranking them as critical and medium priority, respectively. These fungi primarily target people with HIV, especially in low- and middle-income countries. But th
Ever wonder how your exercise habits now might affect your health later? A recent study dug into this question. It turns out, staying active during your adult years can have big benefits when you hit your 60s. The focus was on leisure-time physical activity (LTPA), which is exercise you do for fun,
The Supreme Court recently took a close look at President Trump's tariffs, with both conservative and liberal justices expressing doubts about the legal basis for his actions. Over nearly three hours of arguments, the court scrutinized the president's claim that he has the authority to impose tariff
