On Sunday, tension in southern Lebanon boiled over into violence. At least three people lost their lives and over 40 others were hurt when Israeli forces opened fire on protesters. These demonstrators, some waving Hezbollah flags, were trying to enter border villages. Their goal? To protest Israel's
Did you know that a particular type of knee surgery, posteromedial opening wedge high tibial osteotomy (PMOWHTO), has been gaining attention? A recent study found that when combined with root repair, this surgery can work wonders for people with specific knee issues like varus-aligned medial meniscu
Knowing what chemicals are in products is crucial for keeping people safe, following rules, and letting products be reused. Scientists looked at databases from different places to see what information they have. They found 57 databases, but many are different in what they cover and how they show dat
Imagine this: performing surgery on the lungs without the need for any advanced, expensive tools. That's what some surgeons are exploring with video-assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy. This technique involves removing a part of the lung without staplers or energy devices. It's not just a far-fetched i
U. S. Army Staff Sgt. Rayshaun Smith, 32, thought his knee pain was just a result of his intense military training and exercises. The discomfort persisted for years, but he managed it with over-the-counter painkillers. It wasn't until 2020, while working stateside, that he decided to see an Air Forc
Imagine exploring a bunch of skulls, just doing your everyday job. That's what this team was up to when they stumbled upon something unusual. Normally, the optic canal, which is like a tiny tunnel in your skull, carries important stuff like the optic nerve and ophthalmic artery. But this time, they
In the heart of Davos, Donald Trump’s shadow loomed large as he addressed the World Economic Forum. His demands were fierce: cut oil prices, slash interest rates, invest in US factories, or face consequences. Trump used a powerful mix of charm and force, provoking both laughter and concern among glo
This week, some parents at Elgin Math and Science Academy (EMSA) raised serious concerns about safety after the city moved homeless residents to a hotel right across the street from the school. The city decided to relocate around 40 people from a long-standing homeless camp along the Fox River to th
Last year, a space rock named 2024 PT5 briefly became Earth's "mini-moon. " While it was close, scientists rushed to study it. A recent study suggests that 2024 PT5 might be a piece of our real moon. It could have been thrown into space by an impact on the lunar surface within the last tens of thous
Imagine suffering a serious spinal injury in a motorcycle accident, but not realizing it until two whole years later. This is exactly what happened to a person in a unique medical case. Let's dive into their story and find out why the diagnosis came so late. This person had a bad fall from their mo
