The job market is showing signs of slowing down, and it's not just a blip. The private sector saw a drop in jobs last month, the first time this has happened in over two years. Economists had expected a gain, but instead, there was a loss of around 33, 000 jobs. This isn't because of mass layoffs, b
Rachel Reeves, the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, had a rough day. She admitted she was "clearly upset" during a recent session in the House of Commons. Reeves didn't share many details, just saying she was dealing with a personal issue. She quickly moved on, focusing on her job and the governmen
Metabolomics is a fascinating field. It's all about studying tiny molecules in living things. To make sense of it all, researchers analyzed over 80, 000 studies. They used advanced computer programs to turn this massive amount of data into something understandable. First, they converted study summa
There's a big difference in how often Black Americans and White Americans use epidurals during childbirth. Black Americans are much less likely to choose this pain relief option. Why is this happening? First, let's talk about trust. Many Black Americans have good reasons to be wary of the medical s
A big study looked at how a protein called ApoB, which helps move fats around in your body, might affect a skin condition called atopic dermatitis (AD). This condition causes red, itchy skin and is quite common. The study used data from over 450, 000 people in the UK. Scientists measured ApoB level
In Massachusetts, a big problem is growing as sanitation workers go on strike. Over 450 workers from Republic Services, who are part of the Teamsters Local 25 union, have stopped working. They are asking for better pay and benefits. This strike is affecting many towns, leaving trash and recycling pi
Wisconsin's highest court has just made a big decision. They ruled that an old law from 1849 does not actually ban abortions. This is a huge deal because it means abortion services can keep operating in the state. The confusion started when Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022. That decision took awa
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a big deal worldwide, especially when it's caught late. The sooner we find it, the better the chances of beating it. Now, scientists are looking at the tiny bacteria living in our guts to help spot CRC earlier. Our guts are home to trillions of bacteria, and these tiny cr
Cancer cells are sneaky. They find ways to survive and grow, even when the body tries to stop them. Recent research shows that cancer cells steal fat from the blood. This fat helps them build strong walls and protects them from dying. Cancer cells use special sugar chains to grab fat molecules. The
Fritillaria thunbergii, a plant packed with useful compounds, is often grown for its medicinal bulbs. But growing too many plants just for profit has led to a drop in quality. So, scientists decided to test how shade and potassium affect the bulbs' growth and the useful stuff inside them. They foun
