Gum disease attacks the gums and the bone that holds teeth in place. The body’s defense cells called macrophages shift to a bad state that keeps damage going. Scientists looked for a simple tool that could flip these cells back to a repair state. They picked polydopamine, a natural coating that many
Early one March morning in Hawaii, a dog’s sharp bark cut through the dark—sirens followed seconds later. Outside, cars streamed toward the high school parking lot, the town’s designated escape zone. Neighbors’ phones buzzed with alerts: a river had climbed higher than a three-story building, and a
The universe loves a good magic trick, and it performs them billions of light-years away where galaxies bend light into impossible shapes. Now, a major astronomy project wants everyday people to help spot these tricks—called gravitational lenses—in a giant stack of space photos. The Euclid telescope
Long before supermarkets or food pyramids existed, our great-great-great grandparents survived on whatever they could scavenge, hunt, or forage. Some groups in East Africa over three million years ago used sharp rocks to slice meat from bones, proving they weren’t just picking at leftovers—they were
The German government is quietly considering whether to relax strict borrowing rules if the situation in the Middle East disrupts trade flows. These rules, known as the "debt brake, " cap how much new debt the country can take on. While top leaders from the conservative party have firmly opposed any
Willis Lease Finance Corporation has been handing out some seriously big checks to its top boss, Charles F. Willis IV. Since 2022, his annual pay has jumped from $6. 2 million to $14. 2 million, with more than half of it paid in company stock. That’s a lot of paper wealth—especially when the company
HIV remains a global health challenge, weakening the immune system by targeting key defense cells. Medication like antiretrovirals (ART) helps people live longer, but it doesn't always ease the emotional toll. Stress, anxiety, and depression often linger, making daily life harder. These issues might
Every year, more than a million young people worldwide sign up for faith-based classes run by the Church. These classes, called Seminaries and Institutes, have hit a record enrollment just as the program turns 100 years old. The leader of the Church, President Oaks, recently sent videos urging 14-to
In Tarrant County, Texas, the way people talk about COVID-19 vaccines online says a lot about who’s getting the shot—and who’s holding back. New research dug into Facebook posts in English and Spanish over time to see what fears or questions pop up most. Early findings show safety worries and side-e
The first quarter numbers for Robinhood are out soon. Experts predict a small profit increase compared to last year, with earnings per share expected around $0. 39. Revenue is also looking up, though not as high as the last quarter. This suggests some growth, but not a huge spike. Crypto plays a bi
