Scientists recently studied how quickly lowering humidity in incubators affects tiny, extremely preterm babies. They wanted to see if suddenly stopping or slowly reducing the humidity caused temperature issues, like getting too cold or hot, or problems with their body's salt balance or skin. The stu
Charlotte Dujardin, a top British equestrian known for her Olympic medals, was suspended for one year and fined about $12, 000. This penalty came after officials reviewed a video showing Dujardin hitting her horse excessively. The International Federation for Equestrian Sports announced the verdict
Imagine a world where every school has a healthier food environment. That's what policymakers in England are trying to create by limiting hot food takeaways near schools. But is there an economic cost to this? Between 2009 and 2017, 35 local authorities made this move. They wanted to improve health,
Gastric cancer is a big problem in Iran, ranking high on the list of causes of death for both men and women. To understand it better, scientists used a method called Causal Layer Analysis (CLA). They read lots of documents and talked to experts. They found that gastric cancer is deeply rooted in soc
Oura has been busy lately. Not only has the popular smart ring brand released the Oura Ring 4 and updated its app, but it also unveiled a new feature called Symptom Radar. This feature is set to make a big difference, especially during the winter season. On December 5, 2024, Oura introduced Symptom
Bitcoin hit a monumental $100, 000 mark on Wednesday, and it seems President-elect Donald Trump wants in on the celebration. “CONGRATULATIONS BITCOINERS! ! ! $100, 000! ! ! YOU’RE WELCOME! ! ! ” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, taking some credit for the milestone. This comes after naming
Ever wondered how social media and online platforms change how politicians campaign? Researchers have been digging into this topic since 2005, and the popularity of studying Web 2. 0 in elections has been skyrocketing ever since. They've been looking at papers from places like the Scopus database an
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick recently announced that the state Senate will push for a ban on all forms of consumable tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) products during the next legislative session. This move comes as a response to concerns about the growing number of retailers exploiting loopholes
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a big deal. It's not just about feeling a bit dizzy; it's a significant risk factor for serious stuff like heart disease, kidney problems, and strokes. Shockingly, only 14% of patients in developing countries manage to keep their blood pressure under control.
Ever wondered what summertime drama looks like on the French Riviera? Meet Bonjour Tristesse, a film that's got Hollywood buzzing. This isn't just any old movie—it's the directorial debut of Durga Chew-Bose, and it's based on Françoise Sagan's nifty 1954 novel. The story follows 18-year-old Cécile,
