Finland has seen a drop in acute pancreatitis (AP) cases. In the 1990s, over 70 out of 100, 000 people got it. Alcohol was the main cause, making up 70% of cases. This was different from most countries, where gallstones (biliary) were the top reason. Better tests and treatments have changed things.
People are using smart computers to make new medicines. These computers can look at tiny parts of medicine and guess how they work. They can also make new medicines that might help people feel better. First, the computers learn about medicines. They look at how medicines are built. Then, they guess
Linux is set to keep growing in 2026, but not everything is smooth sailing. The Linux desktop is becoming more popular, especially among former Windows users. Microsoft's push for AI and subscription models might drive more people to Linux. However, Linux has a problem: too many choices. With over a
Ancient cultures had a knack for weaving tales around the mysteries of nature. These stories, often dismissed as mere folklore, are now being scrutinized by researchers who see them as potential windows into past natural events. Adrienne Mayor, a folklorist and historian, has been at the forefront o
Mutuum Finance, a decentralized finance (DeFi) project built on Ethereum, is making strides in its development. The project's token, MUTM, is nearing the end of its distribution phase, with the first version of the protocol set to launch soon. Mutuum Finance aims to create a lending and borrowing s
In the entertainment world, names carry weight. Some stars stick with their original names, while others switch to something more familiar. This choice often reflects personal values and the industry's expectations. Many actors face pressure to change their names to something easier to pronounce or
In 2025, AI shook up pop culture in ways no one saw coming. From movies to music, AI's impact was everywhere. First, there was a big stir in Hollywood. The movie "The Brutalist" used AI to tweak the actors' accents. Some people were upset, but others thought it was no different from other special e
In 2025, people enjoyed a mix of old and new. They read poems that painted pictures with words. One poem talked about leaving behind small things, like silk from milkweed and spirit-papers. Another asked a moth for more light. There was also a poem about a city by the bay, loved by a poet who enjoye
As the year winds down, it's easy to get swept up in the hustle and bustle of the season. But let's not forget to take a moment and enjoy the best that 2025 had to offer in terms of culture. There's plenty to explore, from movies and books to music and shows. This time of year, many people like to
A former employee of a big crypto company, Coinbase, has been caught in India. This person worked in customer service and is linked to a huge security problem that happened in May. Hackers tricked or paid this employee to get secret customer details. They then asked for a huge amount of money, $20
