Imagine this: a scientist way back in the 1800s, Jean-Baptiste Lamarck, had some pretty interesting ideas about how we inherit traits and adapt to our surroundings. He was a pioneer in his time, and his theories have made a comeback in a big way. 2024 marks 280 years since his birth, and his ideas
People with Type 1 diabetes face unique challenges, especially when they need hemodialysis in a hospital. One big question is how well continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems work for these patients. CGM devices are designed to track blood sugar levels in real-time, which is super important for
Blowflies are fascinating creatures. They have a unique way of living that has changed over time. This change is called evolution. Scientists wanted to understand how blowflies became parasites. Parasites are organisms that live on or inside other organisms, called hosts. They get food and shelter f
Ken Griffin, the head of Citadel, recently spoke out about the impact of President Trump's aggressive trade tactics. He believes that Trump's strong words are causing harm. Griffin thinks that these words make it hard for business leaders and policymakers to trust the U. S. as a reliable trading par
James Farrell, a key figure in the international movie scene, is bidding farewell to Amazon. His departure is not a sudden shock, as he has been planning this move for a while. He is leaving to start his own company, focusing on Young Adult (YA) movies. This decision comes after the huge success of
Florida has just made some big changes to its immigration laws. The state is now spending a lot of money to enforce these new rules. The state will spend nearly 300 million dollars to hire more than 50 new law enforcement officers. These officers will focus on immigration. The money will also be use
Boston is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. After a chilly Thursday, with temperatures hovering around the lower 40s, things will get interesting. Friday will see strong winds, gusting up to 50 mph in some areas, making driving a bit tricky. So, be careful on the roads. Valentine's Day might
Imagine a vast, beautiful area with five massive lakes. This is the Great Lakes Basin, a treasure trove of freshwater. But there's a hidden danger lurking in these waters. Chemicals of emerging concern, or CECs, are sneaking in and causing trouble for the plants and animals that call this place home
In Australia, a group of people with a rare muscle condition called Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM) took the lead in a study. This condition makes it hard for people to move around and do daily tasks. The study wanted to find out what challenges these people face and what they think is most important
Trump's second term has kicked off with a flurry of executive actions. These moves aim to shake up the federal government. From executive orders to funding freezes, the administration is making big changes. Even some federal agencies are being targeted by Elon Musk's "pirate" operation, now backed b
