Ever wondered what happens when you switch up genetic experiments? Scientists did just that, testing nine different genetic switches in three varied hosts. Imagine 27 unique combinations! The outcome? The host mattered more than the switch itself. Adjusting switches had a minor impact, while the hos
Researchers have discovered that mice who experience weight cycling, commonly known as yo-yo dieting in humans, face more issues with blood sugar control and fat storage in their livers, especially if they have a history of eating a high-fat diet. Unlike previous studies that focused on short-term e
Imagine a man settling into his trailer home just outside Houston. Shamsud-Din Jabbar had a plan. He was headed to New Orleans. That night, he sat down with his family and dropped a bombshell. "I joined ISIS, " he told them, his words filled with a dark purpose. He shared a disturbing vision: a "cel
In the dead of night on January 3, SpaceX sent its very first Falcon 9 rocket of the year soaring into space. The mission took flight from Cape Canaveral, Florida, with a target of delivering the Thuraya 4 satellite into geosynchronous orbit. Thuraya 4, a project of United Arab Emirates-based compan
Week 18 of the NFL season is here, and with it comes a mix of high-stakes games and controversial lineups. Teams like the Vikings and Lions are battling for the NFC North title, while other matchups, like Saints vs. Buccaneers and Chiefs vs. Broncos, have significant spreads. With 14 games on Sunday
Scientists have found something called a Universal Receptive System. It's like a control system for cells, both good and bad ones. This system uses special receptors called TezRs, made from DNA or RNA. They're on the cell's surface, helping cells respond to their environment. A recent study focused
On January 3, SpaceX blasted off the Thuraya-4 satellite into orbit for Space42, a newly formed space tech company from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This was SpaceX's first launch of the year, happening at 8:27 p. m. Eastern time from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. The satellite, de
On a sunny day in Florida, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket blasted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. As it soared, the rocket performed a clever move called a gravity turn, tilting its engines to steer it towards space while also moving horizontally. This maneuver helps the rocket avoid too much
In 2025, women's sports are expected to hit new heights, thanks to a huge change in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). The league is about to welcome its 16th team, which is set to start playing in 2026. This big move is backed by a massive investment of $110 million from the IMA Financial G
Imagine a country where the leaders' actions ripple through society, shaping our collective mental health. When leaders gain power, they may lose some of their best qualities, like empathy and fairness. This can lead to behaviors that hurt public trust and unity. A study found that many Americans w
