In a recent study, scientists looked at how certain chemicals, called organophosphate esters (OPEs) and their breakdown products (mOPEs), might be affecting our brains. These chemicals are everywhere, and they can get into our bodies through the environment. The study focused on people in Beijing, C
In today’s digital world, it’s easy to feel like something is wrong with your body. A quick scroll through social media can leave you convinced that you’re “inflamed. ” But what does that even mean? The term “inflammation” has become a catch-all phrase. It’s used to explain everything from bloating
Valentina Shevchenko, a top UFC fighter, has strong opinions about modern feminism. She believes the movement has lost its way. In the past, feminism fought for equal rights. Now, Shevchenko thinks it's about something else. She argues that women already have equal rights. So, what's left to fight f
The UFC's ranking system is under scrutiny, and even Dana White admits it's flawed. The latest update has sparked debates, especially with Colby Covington's placement. Covington, who hasn't won a fight since March 2022, is still ranked 14th in the welterweight division. This has raised eyebrows, as
In a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Wofford's Nils Machowski stole the show. He scored an impressive 37 points, leading his team to a 95-86 victory over The Citadel. Machowski's performance was nothing short of spectacular. He made 12 out of 17 shots, including an 8-for-11 showing f
Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall were set to clash in a heavyweight unification bout in 2025. But Jones backed out of a $30 million deal and retired, at least for a while. Now, he’s back and aiming for a return at the White House, where he might finally face Aspinall. Dominick Cruz, a former UFC bantamwe
Dustin Poirier and Arman Tsarukyan are in early talks for a grappling match in February. This is not your typical UFC fight. Poirier, who retired last summer after two decades in the sport, is looking for a way to stay competitive without the intense training and weight cuts. Tsarukyan, on the other
Lilly, a big name in medicine, is making a big move. They're buying Ventyx, a smaller company with a promising lineup of drugs. Ventyx's focus? Inflammation. They're working on small molecules that could treat a wide range of diseases caused by chronic inflammation. Think heart disease, brain disord
Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear
Organophosphorus (OP) compounds like paraoxon (POX) can cause serious brain damage and memory problems. Current treatments help with immediate symptoms but don't tackle the long-term brain damage. Researchers tested a special antioxidant called N-acetylcysteine-amide (AD4) on mice to see if it could
