In sub-Saharan Africa, where 40% of the world's neonatal deaths happen, preterm birth (PTB) is a major concern. Researchers in Kenya have been working to understand what factors might put pregnant women at risk for PTB. They looked at a mix of things like demographics, medical history, and how a wom
Scientists are delving into how the surface of materials affects their ability to change phases. They're focusing on a thin layer of a compound called Germanium-antimony-tellurium (GST). This layer can either become crystal-like or amorphous (like glass). They're using a special math model called th
A year ago, a door plug on an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 flew off mid-flight, causing passengers' belongings to be sucked out of the plane. Since then, Boeing has been working hard to improve safety. They've made changes in four areas: improving safety culture, training workers better, simplifying ho
Manchester United are considering selling four players in the January transfer window to raise funds for new signings. These players are Casemiro, Antony, Christian Eriksen, and Victor Lindelof, according to recent reports. The club wants to adjust their squad to fit the new manager, Ruben Amorim, a
Ever tried solving a sports puzzle? The New York Times has a new game called Connections: Sports Edition. It's not too hard, but there are no photos or logos, so it might be just right for you. The game is currently in beta, meaning the Times is testing if it's popular enough to stick around. Today'
Imagine riding the NYC subway system these days. It's been a rough week, with five straight days of violence despite the presence of cops, the National Guard, and even the Guardian Angels. A scary incident where a man was set on fire on a Brooklyn subway train was just the start. Since then, at leas
Did you know that after giving birth, a woman's uterus needs to contract properly to prevent excessive bleeding? This is where electrohysterography comes in. This method uses electric signals to keep an eye on the uterus. A recent study looked into whether these signals can help spot uterine atony e
Elon Musk finds himself in the hot seat after endorsing Germany’s far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD). The move hasn’t been well-received by German politicians who see it as election interference. Musk’s past support for Donald Trump isn’t helping his case. One prominent politician from
As we prepare to leave 2024 behind and welcome 2025, the world's eyes will turn to Times Square in New York City. Thousands will gather to witness the famous ball drop, a tradition that's been going on for nearly a century. The ball is no ordinary object; it's a stunning geodesic sphere weighing alm
As the MMA world wraps up a year full of action and controversy, there’s still plenty of news to digest. Let’s dive into some of the biggest stories from the last days of 2024. First up, the unexpected news that Conor McGregor and current lightweight champion Islam Makhachev didn't make the UFC's to
