The Chicago Cubs have struck a deal with the Houston Astros to acquire veteran reliever Ryan Pressly. The Astros will cover a chunk of Pressly's salary, with a prospect headed their way. Young right-hander Juan Bello, just 21, will be traded to Houston. Bello had a solid season last year in the Cubs
In a surprising turn, actor Mel Gibson has agreed to stay in California amidst a mass exodus of celebrities. Unlike many peers who have left due to high taxes and strict regulations, Gibson is determined to stick around and work with President Trump’s team to breathe new life into Hollywood. The sta
Ever thought insects could be the key to fighting nutrient deficiencies? Researchers in Kenya explored this idea by feeding young children meals with zinc-rich house crickets and tracking how much zinc their bodies absorbed. The kids, aged 2 to 3 years old, participated in a study from September to
NASA astronaut Don Pettit recently snapped a photo from the International Space Station (ISS) that shows something quite fascinating. The Betsiboka River estuary in Madagascar, when seen from 250 miles above Earth, looks a lot like the tiny blood vessels in the back of our eyes, known as the retina.
The world is facing a big problem: bacteria are becoming resistant to antibiotics. That's why scientists are looking for new ways to fight these nasty germs, especially those that cause serious infections like Klebsiella pneumoniae. One exciting option is using phages, which are viruses that attack
Imagine you're a doctor or a researcher. Soon, you might be using predictive algorithms to make better decisions for your patients. These tools, often developed using real-world data, can help with everything from giving patients a clearer picture of their future health to making clinical trials mor
If you're a Wrexham fan, you might be excited about the team playing in Europe. But hold that thought! The English Football Association (FA) has said no to a proposal from the Football Association of Wales (FAW), which wanted to let Welsh teams in English leagues play in the Welsh League Cup. The id
Sean Combs, a prominent figure in the music industry, has initiated a lawsuit against Courtney Burgess. Burgess has been spreading stories about possessing sex tapes involving Combs and celebrities, including alleged assaults on minors. Combs, currently awaiting trial for sex trafficking and rackete
Orthopedic surgery is constantly evolving, with a significant focus on maximizing health outcomes for the cost. This field uses various economic tools to achieve this goal. However, the way this research is conducted varies greatly depending on the specific area of orthopedics and where it's being d
Netflix has decided to raise its prices after adding a record 19 million new subscribers in the last three months of 2024. This brings their total global subscribers to 302 million. The company credits its success to big events like the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match and NFL games, as well as
