In the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, a group of stray dogs has captured attention not just for their survival skills, but also for their striking blue fur. This unusual coloration is thought to be due to chemical exposure, possibly from a leaking portable toilet, rather than radiation. The dogs, descend
The chair of a key vaccine advisory group is making waves with new recommendations. Martin Kulldorff, a Swedish-born epidemiologist, leads the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). This group helps decide which vaccines kids get and when. Since taking over in June, Kulldorff and his t
A high-stakes courtroom drama is unfolding, centered around a $25 million crypto theft. The spotlight is on the CEO of Savannah Technologies, who is defending his company's trading strategies. The main suspects are two brothers, Anton and James Peraire-Bueno, both with MIT backgrounds. They are accu
In the Arizona desert, a unique project called Biosphere 2 once stood as a testament to human ambition. This massive, sealed facility was designed to mimic Earth's ecosystems, complete with rainforests, deserts, and even a coral reef. The idea was to see if humans could create a self-sustaining envi
Chemistry is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the gadgets we use daily. Yet, most people don't realize how much chemistry affects their lives. Scientists often stay quiet, only talking to other experts. This is a problem. Scientists need to speak up. Their work isn't jus
President Donald Trump recently had an MRI scan, his second medical visit this year. This has sparked a lot of talk about his health, especially since he is one of the oldest presidents in U. S. history. Trump shared the results with reporters, saying everything was "perfect. " But he didn't explai
Stormtroopers are often seen as bumbling fools or mindless soldiers. But they can be so much more. In Star Wars: Visions volume 3, a short film called Black shows a different side of these iconic characters. It takes us inside the mind of a stormtrooper as he faces death aboard the exploding Death S
Oregon has a powerful tool to fight gun violence, but not everyone is using it. In 2017, the state passed a law that lets police or family members ask a court to temporarily stop someone from accessing guns if they're a danger to themselves or others. This is called an extreme risk protection order,
Growing up in the 2010s, school shootings were a constant worry. Students often thought about how they would react if a shooter entered their classroom. This fear was not just a passing thought; it was a reality that shaped many young lives. Now, as a medical student, the focus shifts to understand
The planet is getting hotter, and people are paying the price. Over the past few decades, the number of deaths caused by extreme heat has shot up by 23%. That means around 546, 000 people die each year because of it. And it's not just heat; wildfire smoke is also taking a toll. In 2024 alone, 154, 0
