Bernard Spilka, who passed away on May 23, 2025, in Denver, left a lasting mark on the field of psychology. Born in New York City on August 12, 1926, he began his journey by serving in the Army Air Force Medical Corps after World War II. His academic path led him to New York University, where he ear
In Lagos, female sex workers face a high risk of catching HIV. A new study looked at how ready they are to try pre‑exposure prophylaxis, a daily pill that can stop infection before it starts. The researchers asked women who had never used PrEP about their thoughts and plans. The findings show that
Pakistani and Afghan troops fired back and forth along their shared border, each side blaming the other for starting the fight. The sparks came a few days after Pakistan launched airstrikes into Afghanistan, which had already pushed the fragile ceasefire to its limits. The border is 2, 600 kilometre
The United Kingdom is confident that its trade agreement with the United States will remain intact even after President Donald Trump announced a new 10% import tariff. British trade minister Peter Kyle expressed this confidence during a recent parliamentary hearing. He said that after talking
Polymer membranes are becoming a key tool for removing CO₂ from industrial gases, but they still face hurdles. The main challenge is balancing how fast the gas moves through the film, how well it can be separated from other gases, how stable the material stays over time, and whether it can be made a
A fresh idea is shaping up in north Baldwin County: a 4, 500‑acre solar field that will also host sheep and protect nearby wetlands. The plan aims to power a future data center for Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, while keeping the local environment in good shape. The developers say
Microplastic pieces that have lived in the environment for years are hard to clean up. Scientists want to know how these tiny particles stick or slip off engineered materials. They studied polystyrene microplastics that had aged in water and tested how they interact with surfaces coated with special
The Gunners have turned a rough patch into a bright win, beating Tottenham and showing they can still fight for the title. After two ties in a row, doubts grew about their ability to handle pressure when it matters most. The victory has lifted fans’ confidence and changed the story of their se
Scott Boras, a top baseball agent, recently shared fresh thoughts about the owners of New York’s two major teams. He said that Hal Steinbrenner, who runs the Yankees, now shows a stronger drive for winning than many fans had thought. Boras noted that Steinbrenner’s focus on bringing in star players,
The World Bank says many countries have laws that should help women work and earn money, but these laws are not being applied. The report shows a big gap between what the law says and what happens in real life. In its yearly survey, the bank looked at 190 countries. It gave an average score of 67
