Fresh veggies might seem like a healthy choice, but they can hide some nasty surprises. In Northeast Thailand, where the weather is hot and humid, and farming is big, these surprises come in the form of intestinal parasites. These tiny critters can make you sick, which is a real problem for people l
Ever heard of leishmaniasis? It's a sneaky disease caused by some super tiny creatures called Leishmania tropica and Leishmania infantum. These crafty parasites have a mind-blowing trick up their sleeve. They can hide inside our bodies for ages, waiting for the perfect moment to strike again. That m
Did you know that the conflict in Northern Ireland, known as The Troubles, ended just a few decades ago? It's still a sensitive topic, but a new series on Hulu is tackling it head-on. The show, called "Say Nothing, " focuses on a key figure from that time: Dolours Price. She was a member of the IRA,
Imagine controlling a robotic arm just by thinking about it. That's what Neuralink, a company founded by Elon Musk, is hoping to achieve. They've started a new trial to see if their brain implant can let people with paralysis move a robotic arm with their minds. Neuralink says this is a big step tow
Get ready, folks! The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is in for a wet and chilly surprise this year. Meteorologists predict rain showers to kick off early in the day, continuing into the night. By the time the parade starts, temperatures might drop to the mid-40s. So, whether you're watching from the
Meet Luna, a female dog who had an unusual experience during a routine surgery. Luna had traveled from Eastern Europe and loved to eat poop, which is called coprophagia. She didn't get any medicine to prevent parasites. When she went in for a planned surgery to remove her ovaries and uterus, the doc
Ever thought about what you'd do if war came knocking? Sweden and Finland have updated their survival guides for citizens, just in case. They're not alone; other NATO countries are revamping their defense plans too. Why the sudden worry? It's all about the Ukraine conflict and the changing world. T
Xylazine, often found in illegal opioids and used as a vet sedative, is a dangerous substance. It’s linked to drug crimes and health risks, even appearing in food samples. Scientists found a quick way to spot it using antibodies. They designed four new haptens, like tiny signals for the antibodies t
The COVID-19 pandemic has seen a surprising rise in type 2 diabetes (T2D) among children under 11 years old. Researchers compared the incidence of new T2D cases from March 2020 to December 2021 with the cases diagnosed before the pandemic, from January 2017 to February 2020. They also examined the d
Imagine a couple who've been married for nearly three decades. They're not fighting, but they're not deeply in love either. They're more like old friends now, sharing a comfortable house and great conversations. They even take trips together and enjoy separate activities. But there's a catch - they
