Sexual exchanges for resources are not new. They happen in many forms. Some call it sex work. Others see it as transactional intimacy. But why do people do it? And what makes it so complex? From a biological standpoint, it's about survival and reproduction. Men and women have different needs. Men o
Scientists are working on a clever way to control a nasty fly called the New World screwworm. This fly used to be a big problem in North and Central America, but it was wiped out by releasing sterile flies. However, releasing only male flies could make this method even better. Researchers have crea
A recent study dug into the world of news influencers. It found four main types of content: opinion pieces, breaking news and investigations, in-depth explanations, and specialized topics. This isn't just about who's making the news. It's about how they're doing it. Younger folks are turning away f
Tish Hyman, a well-known singer, has recently taken a strong stance on a controversial issue. She is calling for laws that protect spaces meant only for women. This includes public restrooms and other areas where women might feel vulnerable. Hyman believes that clear rules are needed to keep these s
In the world of germs, some are more famous for causing trouble than others. One such troublemaker is Streptococcus pyogenes, better known as Group A Strep. It's usually known for causing sore throats and skin infections. But in rare cases, it can cause serious lung infections. A 52-year-old woman
Recent findings have shown a surprising tie between blood sugar and the health of the aorta, the main blood vessel from the heart. Researchers looked at five blood sugar factors: type 2 diabetes, fasting glucose, fasting insulin, glycated hemoglobin, and post-meal glucose. Higher levels of these fac
AI is changing how we do things, and crypto is changing how we pay for them. Together, they could be a powerful combo. But right now, most AI projects struggle to get off the ground. They spend too much time begging for money instead of building stuff. And when they finally launch, investors often g
Chimpanzees have always been fascinating creatures, showing behaviors that remind us of humans. They can get tipsy, follow trends, and now, they've shown they can think rationally too. A group of scientists from the Netherlands wanted to see if chimps could change their minds when they see new evide
People with a brain disease called multiple sclerosis (MS) often take a medicine named dimethyl fumarate (DMF). This drug helps to ease the symptoms of MS. But how exactly does it work? Scientists wanted to find out. They did some tests on mice to see what happens. First, they gave the mice a subst
Plastic and reconstructive surgery (PRS) is seeing more women in training and leadership roles. This shift brings up important questions about pregnancy and parenthood during residency. A recent study looked at how PRS programs use social media to show these topics from 2020 to 2025. The study chec
