In the summer of 2025, Texas faced a devastating flood during the Fourth of July weekend. The Hill Country area saw over 100 lives lost and many more unaccounted for. This event was the worst inland flooding in the U. S. since 1976, when Colorado's Big Thompson Canyon flood took 144 lives. People s
Ever wondered how genes turn on and off? It's all about the packaging of DNA, called chromatin. Scientists have been trying to figure out how this process works, but it's been a tough nut to crack. Now, a new method called Dam&ChIC is here to change the game. Dam&ChIC is like a time machine for cel
Cannabis use among parents and pregnant individuals is a topic that needs more attention. While many studies focus on the potential benefits of cannabis, very few explore the experiences of those who are pregnant or parenting while using it. This gap is especially noticeable when it comes to medical
Researchers wanted to know how sperm quality affects the chances of getting pregnant. They studied couples trying to have a baby. The study looked at the quality of sperm and how likely the couple was to conceive each month. The study found that sperm quality matters. Couples with better sperm qual
In New York City, shoplifting has become a major headache. The numbers are shocking. Over 27, 000 shoplifting incidents have happened this year alone. That's a huge jump from just a few years ago. Some people keep doing it over and over. Take Anthony White, for example. He's been arrested 254 times
The MLB All-Star Game is supposed to celebrate the best players, but lately, it feels more like a popularity contest. While some players get invites based on fame or viral moments, others with strong stats get left out. This year, the New York Yankees' manager, Aaron Boone, is speaking up about one
Athletes often use their own feelings to measure how hard they train. This is called a subjective scale. It is easy to use and can be a good addition to more scientific methods. But how reliable is it? A recent study looked at how well rowers can rate their own effort during training. The study foc
Ever wonder why some people have strong friendships and support systems while others struggle? A big study looked into this. It found that what happens in your childhood can really shape your friendships and social support as an adult. The study involved over 200, 000 people from 22 different countr
Nursing students are stepping into a world where robots are becoming common in healthcare. This shift is especially noticeable in areas like obstetrics and gynecology. A recent study looked into how these students feel about robotic nurses. It also checked their fear of robots, negative attitudes, a
Esports have taken the world by storm, becoming a major form of entertainment and a hot topic in scientific research. But there's a lot of talk about how these games might be affecting the minds of players. Some people worry that esports could be harming players' brains, making it harder for them to
