Earth's spin is not constant. It changes slightly every day. This summer, it will speed up on three days. The changes are so small that people won't notice them. The days will be shorter by a fraction of a second. The moon's position affects Earth's spin. When the moon is far from Earth's equator,
Women dealing with chronic pain and intimate partner violence face a tough reality. The link between these two issues is clear: those who experience abuse are more likely to suffer from long-term pain. Yet, we don't fully understand what life is like for these women. There's a gap in knowing how the
Emergency rooms are super busy places. They see a lot of patients, and keeping track of everyone is a big job. Hospitals use digital systems to log patient info, but mistakes happen. At the Bordeaux University Hospital, over 90% of these logs have missing or wrong data. This is mostly because people
Back pain that won't quit is a real problem for many people. It's called chronic non-surgical refractory back pain. That's a mouthful, but it just means pain that doesn't get better with usual treatments. Now, there's some interesting news from two big studies. They looked at a high-tech solution ca
People who were conceived using donor eggs or sperm often share their experiences on YouTube. These videos can reveal a lot about how they feel about their origins. A recent study used AI to analyze the emotions in these videos. The tool, ChatGPT, looked at the language used to figure out the overal
Earth's spin is about to pick up speed, making some days shorter than usual. This change is due to the moon's position relative to Earth. On three specific days in the coming months, the moon's gravitational pull will cause Earth to rotate faster, making each day up to 1. 51 milliseconds shorter. N
Biogas is gaining attention as a green fuel that can cut down on pollution and reduce reliance on traditional fuels. However, there are hurdles to overcome, like cleaning it up, storing it, and making engines run better with it. This research highlights the need for better rules and new technology t
Researchers wanted to make MRI scans better for looking at female pelvic organs. They used a special 3D technique called T2-weighted imaging with something called variable refocusing angle (VRFA). The goal was to find the best settings for clear and detailed images. First, they tested different set
Medical tools can easily get infected by germs and mold. This is a big problem. Scientists have been working on special coatings to stop these infections. But, they often miss the mold part. Now, a new coating is here. It uses two special molecules: sulfobetaine and borneol. Together, they make a st
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a big impact on how kids spend their time. With schools closed and activities canceled, many children have turned to screens more than ever before. This shift in behavior raises questions about the long-term effects on kids' health and habits. Before the pandemic, kids
