Did you know that moms in home visiting programs have a lot of support? Almost all of them have at least one person who helps them stay healthy. Interestingly, having a partner or someone who lives nearby can make a big difference. Moms with higher incomes also tend to have more health supporters. B
Have you ever wondered how much our past traumas can affect our mental health? Researchers have been digging deep into the connections between upsets we face as kids and the mental health issues we encounter later in life. Two of these confusing conditions are dissociative psychosis and dissociative
In the world of science, it's not just about the discovery—it's about who profits from it. Journals, the gatekeepers of scientific knowledge, often prioritize their own gains. Authors, who spend countless hours on research, face a harsh reality: they must pay to play. This comes in the form of artic
Have you ever heard about people who suddenly withdraw from their social lives for long periods? This condition is called Hikikomori. It's not just about being shy; it's a complex issue that affects people’s daily routines and their families. Some individuals with Hikikomori might seem fine, while o
Did you know that lithium (Li) can change hands with iron oxides? Let's dive into how this happens and why it matters. In our vast world, weathering processes shape the climate. One way to track these processes is by looking at lithium isotopes. Scientists tend to focus on how Li sticks to or gets
China took a big leap recently with a rocket test. This rocket, known as Longxing-2, aimed to reach high altitude and then land back safely. No surprises there, but what's interesting is that China hasn't shared the result yet. It's been over a day since the test, and we're still waiting for news.
Ever wondered how to speed up radar systems without breaking the bank? Well, an innovative team has found an answer: using Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) in a clever way. Traditional FPGA-based radars often struggle with low processing speeds, which leads to lost data. But this new approach
Deon Harris, a fourth grader from Dallas, surprised everyone at the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Oratory Competition. He declared that if Martin Luther King Jr. were alive today, he'd say America is suffering from heart failure. Deon argued that people aren't following King's legacy of love and peace
Bitcoin, the top dog in the cryptocurrency world, has a big problem: it uses a ton of energy and isn't kind to the environment. The proof-of-work system it runs on is to blame. As Bitcoin grows, mining it becomes more popular, especially in places where energy and money costs are low. Researchers de
Bitcoin's skyrocketing value has caught the attention of pension funds, traditionally cautious investors. Even conservative trustees are curious, thanks to bitcoin's dramatic rise last year. Some pension funds in the US and abroad have started dabbling in crypto, hoping to score big returns. Experts
