When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, many conspiracies started to spread globally. But what about Japan? Are people there buying into these stories? A recent survey of over 28, 000 Japanese residents, aged 16 to 81, was conducted to find out. The goal? To understand how prevalent COVID-19 conspiracy theo
Ever wondered why some people decide to join communities that believe in conspiracy theories? You might think it's all about individual beliefs, but new research says otherwise. Scientists looked at 56 conspiracy communities on Reddit and found that social factors play a big role. They compared two
In New Hampshire, health centers are witnessing a post-holiday surge in respiratory illnesses. Flu, COVID-19, and RSV are all on the rise, with RSV cases peaking later than usual, putting extra strain on healthcare systems. Dr. Benjamin Chan, the state epidemiologist, emphasizes the importance of ba
An Italian reporter, Cecilia Sala, has safely landed in Italy after being held in Iran for three weeks. Her release came about through intense diplomatic efforts, sparked by her arrest in Tehran on December 19. Sala, a journalist for Il Foglio, was accused of violating Iranian laws. Her detention co
Did you know that Washington D. C. has the highest rate of package theft in the entire U. S. ? These sneaky thieves, known as “porch pirates, ” love to snatch packages right off people's doorsteps. In 2023, package theft cost the nation a whopping $12 billion, but D. C. residents felt the brunt of i
Imagine a world where heart disease is less scary. That's the world Professor Akira Endo has been helping to create, and we're celebrating his 90th birthday! This amazing scientist has spent his career finding ways to keep our hearts healthy. Let's dive into his incredible work and how it's changed
Viruses aren't just tiny invaders; they're also master manipulators. To take over your body, they need to hijack its communication networks, or signaling pathways. These pathways are like the body's messaging system, telling cells what to do. Viruses can either turn these signals on or off to create
A strange fog has been sweeping across the United States, and people are worried. The fog has a peculiar smell that some believe is chemical. In Florida, a person reported getting sick with flu-like symptoms after spending time in the fog. This isn’t the first time something like this has happened.
Stereo-EEG—it's not just about diagnosing, it's a whole process. It combines lots of different data, like how the brain looks, behaves, and even the genes it's made up of. Doctors use this method to guess where the brain's seizures are coming from and then implant electrodes to monitor and stimulate
Billionaire Hussain Sajwani, whose company DAMAC Properties is a giant in the skyscraper-packed city of Dubai, has made a big announcement. He's putting $20 billion into building data centers in the United States. This news came straight from President-elect Donald Trump at a press conference. It se
