Charli XCX used her SNL monologue to shout out Martha Stewart’s bratty behavior in her new Netflix documentary. She explained that being bratty is having a specific attitude or vibe. Stewart’s angry reaction to an old magazine article, where she wished the journalist was dead, was a prime example.
Malaria has a sneaky way of spreading from humans to mosquitoes, thanks to tiny structures called gametocytes. These act like mysterious switchboards, turning on and off when needed. So, what's the secret to their quick transformation? A team of researchers decided to zoom in on the mitochondria, th
Drake, the Toronto rapper known for his hit songs and social media presence, recently posted a selfie on Instagram sharing his new hairstyle. He’s ditched his braids this time, and the change hasn’t gone unnoticed by his followers. The photo shows Drake with his signature duck face, and it’s sparked
Every day, tiny pieces of plastic, known as microplastics, find their way into our environment. Understanding how they move around, especially downward, is crucial. Scientists have been trying to figure this out using something called "drag models. " Previously, these models haven't really considere
When COVID-19 hit, doctors worldwide scrambled to find effective treatments. Even though many drugs didn't show promising results, they were still widely used. A study in Colombia looked at how different medications were prescribed to COVID-19 patients in hospitals. The focus was on the differences
When Microsoft first introduced Windows 11, one of its standout features was the ability to run Android apps. Unfortunately, this dream didn't quite take off, and the feature stayed in a public preview stage with only a few software options available. However, Tencent has stepped in to bring this fu
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship, a PGA Tour event with a $6. 9 million prize purse, is facing a series of issues in Southampton, Bermuda. The tournament, which is nearing its end, has already seen delays, disqualifications, and numerous withdrawals. The opening round was pushed back and resumed
What if you could see worlds far away, beyond our own solar system? That's what the Kepler Space Telescope has done, finding over 2, 000 new planets, or exoplanets. Dr. Jason Steffen, a physics professor from UNLV, was on episode 137 of This Week In Space to talk about Kepler's mission. Launched in
Ever dreamed of a robot doing your laundry or dishes? Science fiction has long imagined robots like Rosey from The Jetsons or AI assistants like Jarvis from Iron Man, but the reality is far from our homes. Decades of AI and robotics research have not yet delivered affordable, logical household helpe
Andrew Novak, a rising star in golf, might be busy chasing top 10 finishes, but his heart is already won by his wife, Maddie Myers Novak. They tied the knot in 2021 and have been sharing happy moments on social media ever since. Maddie, a former high school cheerleader and graduate of Wofford Colleg
