Influenza, or the common flu, isn't just a minor nuisance. It can actually cause a lot of health issues, especially among those who are hospitalized. But what role does where you live play in how well you bounce back from the flu? Surprisingly, it's a factor that hasn't been fully explored. Let's b
This Sunday night, the Buffalo Bills will host the San Francisco 49ers at Highmark Stadium. But it's not just the teams that people are talking about. The weather is expected to play a significant role in this Week 13 matchup. Forecasters are predicting freezing temperatures, potential snowfall, and
Foreign ministers from seven major countries met and strongly backed a quick ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah but didn’t mention the International Criminal Court’s warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. They also urged Israel to let humanitarian aid into Gaza, warning of
Federal Reserve officials are planning to lower interest rates gradually. They think inflation is coming down and the job market is doing well. This means they can afford to cut rates slowly. The meeting notes said that if things stay as expected, with inflation going down and jobs staying strong, r
Imagine paying more for your favorite fruits, veggies, and even beer from south of the border. The U. S. imports a lot of its fresh produce from Mexico, which could reportedly face new tariffs under Trump. The bottom line? You might feel the pinch in your wallet while shopping. Mexico is a major su
Did you know that olive oil has a secret ingredient that might help with diabetes? It's called oleuropein, a compound hiding in olive trees and oil. With more people struggling with type 2 diabetes due to poor diets and weight issues, scientists are on the hunt for better solutions. Oleuropein is ca
Scientists have found a treasure trove of new chemicals in the Euphorbia peplus plant. These chemicals, known as ent-abietane diterpenoid lactones, were separated into a group of eleven never-seen-before ones (1-11) and nine already known ones (12-20). Figuring out their structures and which way the
Last year, Inflection AI was a big deal, creating top AI models they claimed were better than Google, Meta, and OpenAI. But times have changed. Mustafa Suleyman, their former CEO, now works for Microsoft, and Inflection has shifted its focus. They're no longer trying to outdo competitors with new AI
Ever wondered how microalgae could help protect our skin from the sun? Scientists have been looking into this, focusing on two types: Nannochloropsis oceanica and Chlorococcum amblystomatis. Their lipid extracts can potentially shield our skin from ultraviolet A (UVA) damage. These lipids work by k
The Lions still rule, but the Bills and Chiefs are on their tail. The Vikings and Packers are hot on their heels, with the Bills possibly getting a big win soon. The Bills might have a shot at an easy win against the 49ers. Meanwhile, the Chiefs struggled but won. Saquon Barkley’s potential MVP win
