Everyone's heard of weird art, but crypto billionaire Justin Sun took things to a whole new level by buying a banana taped to a wall for $6. 2 million! You might think he's joking, but Sun saw this banana-as-art as a bridge between memes, crypto, and traditional art. "Comedian, " as it's officially
Some people think that making preregistration a rule is the way to go to fix the replication crisis in psychology. But I and others believe this isn't the best solution. Instead, let's focus on three key areas to create strong and long-lasting psychological research. First, we need to know how to c
Celebrities lead mysterious lives, and sometimes they get linked to cults. Miley Cyrus was rumored to join the Modern Mystery School in 2023. The rumors started with photos of her at their events. Jaden and Willow Smith were connected to the Orgonite Society, known for crystal energy. Winona Ryder l
Imagine transforming the used cooking oil from your favorite fried chicken joint into clean fuel. That’s what scientists are exploring with ultrasonic technology. Before the oil can be turned into biodiesel, it goes through a two-step process called degumming and esterification. First, the oil is cl
Breast cancer survivors in Gaza face a unique set of challenges, particularly when it comes to social support. This study delves into how cultural factors can either boost or diminish the amount of support they receive after their diagnosis. By listening to the stories of individuals who have faced
You might think prostate cancer is only a big deal in the West, but guess what? It's on the rise in Asia too. Researchers are diving into the numbers to figure out why, especially when it comes to advanced cases. They want to know how the disease spreads, how it's treated, and what it does to people
Back in 2018, Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News personality, was dealing with a situation that many people dread: a second divorce. Amid this personal storm, his mom, Penelope, sent him an email that must have stung. She wrote about her concerns over his behavior towards women. Just around the same ti
Picture this: scientists are finding clever ways to follow medicines as they journey through cells. The secret? A tiny, glowing label made from the element fluorine. Fluorine glows beautifully under specific conditions, making it ideal for tagging medicines. With a tool called NMR, scientists can sp
Ever wondered how we know what we're seeing is real? It turns out our brains don't just rely on looks; they also use motion. Scientists have been studying this by focusing on how we perceive visual events. They've found that when things move, their shape, weight, and what they're made of can change
Brain cancer called glioblastoma is tough to treat. One problem is that the single drugs we use often don't reach the tumor well and the tumor's environment can make these drugs less effective. Scientists are now trying a new approach that involves using light and heat to kill cancer cells. This met
