Imagine tiny plastic bits exposed to sun's UV light. These bits, called nanoplastics, can change over time, affecting how they interact with metals like mercury. But what happens when these aged nanoplastics meet mercury, and how does it impact marine life? A study looked into this with a tiny crust
Psoriasis, a long-term skin disorder causing red, scaly patches, is on the rise globally. However, not many studies have looked into how it's treated and the impact it has on healthcare in places like Germany. Let's dive into some real-world data to understand what's going on. In Germany, a specifi
So, what happened between the Dallas Cowboys and their former head coach, Mike McCarthy? Let's dive in. The owner, Jerry Jones, has some nice things to say about McCarthy, but the two couldn't agree on a new contract. It's not like they didn't try — they spent time talking about the past season and
Ever wondered what happens to the body of textile workers who are constantly exposed to dyes? A recent study in Egypt took a closer look at these workers to understand their health better. Researchers were curious about mutations, specific gene changes, and how these might affect the proteins in the
Florida Judge Aileen Cannon, known for her high-profile cases, just approved something important: she won’t block the public release of a report on former president Donald Trump’s role in trying to overturn the 2020 election. But! She’s putting a pause on one part of the report that involves some se
As of now, Judge Cannon’s order is still in effect. It's scheduled to expire tonight at midnight. Lawyers for the government are asking Judge Cannon to extend this order. Meanwhile, the government’s appeal of the order is being handled by the Eleventh Circuit. It’s all pretty confusing, right? The
West Ham United's signing of Niclas Fullkrug from Borussia Dortmund last summer hasn't quite panned out as expected. The striker, who joined the Hammers for a reported £27 million, has been plagued by injuries and poor form. Recently, he picked up another injury during a 2-1 FA Cup loss to Aston Vil
Jack Smith, a special counsel known for investigating former president Donald Trump, has resigned from his position at the Justice Department. This news comes before Trump is sworn in as president again. Smith finished his investigation into Trump's alleged role in the 2020 election interference. He
Total knee and hip replacement surgeries usually have great results, but chronic pain can be a big problem afterwards. Scientists wanted to figure out who might struggle with this long-term pain. They looked at patients six months after their surgery and used the ICD-11 system to classify different
Crime scenes are full of clues, but finding the right ones can be as tricky as finding a needle in a haystack. Forensic scientists often need help to detect explosives. Enter laser desorption-ion mobility spectrometry (LD-IMS), a cutting-edge technique developed by MaSaTECH. This method zaps samples
