Do you like to get scared? Ever wondered if those chills could do something good for your health? Researchers in Denmark decided to find out. They picked a spooky haunted house as their lab, inviting visitors to experience the fright of their lives. The goal was to see how the sudden adrenaline rush
Ever wondered if tiny cells in your eye can bounce back after a sudden inflammation? Scientists used a special strain of mice to find out. They gave these mice a single dose of a harmless bacteria substance into their eyes and watched what happened in the microglia, tiny immune cells in the retina.
Russian President Vladimir Putin had his first say about the U. S. election results last Thursday from Sochi. He congratulated Donald Trump on his triumph and praised the president-elect’s bravery during an attempted assassination back in July. Putin was impressed by Trump's nervy reaction. Putin a
In a recent announcement, the Federal Reserve decided to lower their key interest rate by a small amount. This move comes as inflation is getting closer to the central bank's target of 2%. The Fed noted that while inflation is still a bit high, unemployment is low. They also mentioned that the job m
Influenza A is giving scientists a run for their money with its drug-resistant variant, the S31N M2 proton channel. Lately, researchers have been concerned about how different lipid environments might affect this channel's structure. The M2 tetramer's native shape is still a hot topic among experts.
Adolescents today are heavily influenced by social media stars, often known as influencers. These role models can play a big part in helping teens understand their identity. In cities filled with diverse cultures, local influencers might hold extra importance. For kids growing up in a multi-cultural
Growing up in a working-class neighborhood, I've seen the harsh reality of early deaths. My sister's life was cut short at 23 due to a drunk driver. This isn't an isolated incident. The U. S. , despite being wealthy, lags behind other countries in life expectancy. We're talking about a gap of 8. 3 y
Around 50 European leaders gathered in Budapest to discuss how Donald Trump's presidency could affect their continent. Emmanuel Macron, the French President, urged the leaders to prioritize European interests. The leaders agreed that defense spending should increase to lessen reliance on the U. S. N
As we reach the midpoint of the NFL season, both analysts are doing well in their predictions. Last week, one of them gained ground, going 12-3 while the other went 11-4. The leader now has a six-game advantage, standing at 94-44. The other analyst is close behind at 88-50. When it comes to predicti
Elections always shake things up, and the latest one is no different. The Federal Reserve is planning to lower interest rates again on Thursday. Why? To tackle inflation, which has been bothering many Americans. But here's where it gets tricky. The new President-elect, Donald Trump, has some bold ec
