Mitochondria are the powerhouses of cells, and they are always changing shape. Why they do this has been a mystery. Scientists looked at yeast cells growing in different foods. They found that the shape of mitochondria and their activity do not go hand in hand. Cells can have different mitochondrial
Methamphetamine is a major issue in Quebec. To tackle this problem, a new method has been developed. This method focuses on chemical profiling of seized methamphetamine tablets. The goal is to shed light on how and where these drugs are made and moved around the province. This initiative is a fi
The U. S. economy is in a steady state. It's not perfect, but it's not terrible either. The job market is strong, with plenty of jobs available and people finding work. However, there are some concerns. Inflation is a bit higher than the target of 2 percent. This means prices are going up a bit fast
The movie industry is buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming release of "Sinners. " This film, directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, is expected to rake in a significant amount of money during its opening weekend. The predictions vary, with Warner Bros. estimating a more conse
The vast open ocean is not an easy place to find food. Pelagic fish, those that live in the open sea, have to be clever about how they use their energy. They often take big risks, spending lots of energy to catch prey. This is especially true for dolphinfish. These fish have high energy needs and gr
Thailand has been trying to improve its digital health systems. The Ministry of Public Health and the World Health Organization both agreed that Thailand needs a better way to manage its digital health efforts. This is not an easy task. They looked at how six other countries handle their digital hea
Toxoplasmosis is a widespread disease caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. This parasite can lead to serious brain issues in people with weak immune systems. It can also cause birth defects if a pregnant person gets infected for the first time. The problem is that current treatments don't
Gabon has a new leader. Brice Oligui Nguema won the presidential election with a huge lead. The Interior Ministry shared the news on Sunday. They said Nguema got about 90 percent of the votes. His closest competitor, Alain Claude Bilie-By-Nze, only got around 3 percent. This result was expected. Ngu
Older women face a tough battle with physical fitness when they are not active. This is especially true for those with heart and metabolic issues. Many people know that exercise helps, but how it works for each person and how it changes over time is not clear. A recent study dug into this by look
The connection between what we eat and our health is undeniable. For those dealing with type 2 diabetes, managing inflammation is crucial. This condition is marked by immune cells that are always on high alert and elevated levels of pro-inflammatory substances. This ongoing inflammation, along with
