SpaceX is all set to launch a special mission from Cape Canaveral, Florida. This time, they're sending up an Israeli communications satellite. The launch is planned for the early hours of July 13, at 12:31 a. m. from Launch Complex 40. This mission is called "Commercial GTO 1, " a new name for Space
Zika virus is a big problem for pregnant women. It spreads through mosquito bites and can cause serious harm to unborn babies. The virus can cross the barrier between mother and baby, affecting the placenta. This is different from other viruses that spread through mosquitoes. The placenta is very i
Britain and France have joined forces to address the growing issue of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats. This new agreement, announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, aims to send some migrants back to France while accepting others with legitim
A federal judge has taken a significant step to block President Donald Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship. Judge Joseph Laplante ruled that Trump's executive order goes against the 14th Amendment and long-standing legal precedents. This decision is crucial because it comes after the Supre
Mario Cazzola has taken on a new role as an honorary editor for the journal Pulmonary Pharmacology & Therapeutics. This is a big deal because it means he gets to help shape the future of research in this field. But what does this really mean for the world of respiratory medicine? First, let's talk
David Mauzerall, a name that echoes through the halls of scientific discovery, turned 95. His journey, filled with groundbreaking work in photochemistry and photobiology, has left an indelible mark on the world of science. At The Rockefeller University, he spent his career unraveling the mysteries o
Sports are fun and keep us healthy, but sometimes, they can be dangerous. Some athletes suddenly collapse and die while playing. This is rare, but it happens. Doctors think tiny changes in the heart might be the cause. The heart is a muscle. Like any muscle, it can change with exercise. But sometim
Chronic myeloid leukemia, or CML, is a blood cancer that's defined by a specific genetic change. Doctors have been using drugs that target this change, called tyrosine kinase inhibitors, to treat CML. These drugs have been a game-changer, but some patients don't respond well and their condition wors
Doctors often use a machine to clean blood in very sick patients. This is called CRRT. Two common methods keep blood from clotting in the machine. One uses citrate. The other uses heparin. Both have pros and cons. But which one saves more money and works better? That's what experts wanted to find ou
The White House is hosting a small gathering of African leaders this week, but not all are impressed. Only five countries from the continent are invited. This is not the first time Trump has done this. He hosted a similar event in 2017. This time, the focus is on business opportunities. The invited
