Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD, is becoming a global health concern. One of its key features is the buildup of fat droplets, which causes stress on the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) and plays a big role in the disease. Scientists created four special fluorescent probes, named COB1 to COB4,
For years, there's been talk about Apple creating a TV. Now, there's buzz again that Apple might be thinking about it. What would this mean? Well, it could be a big deal, especially if Apple's new HomePad does well. That's because if home products become a big business for Apple, a TV could be the n
Ever heard of tiny powerhouses living inside chicken guts? Meet Ligilactobacillus salivarius—a bacteria with a trick up its sleeve. Inside these microscopic beings lies a repA-type megaplasmid, housing a gene for salivaricin P (salP), a class IIb bacteriocin. Scientists decided to dig deeper into th
Ever wondered how important vitamin D is for athletes? A recent study dove into this topic by looking at the vitamin D levels of young professional baseball players in Japan. The goal? To figure out if these athletes are getting enough of this crucial nutrient. Vitamin D isn't just about bones; it'
When it comes to picking your fantasy football team for Week 12, there are a few players you should definitely start and others you might want to sit. Let's dive into the details! Justin Herbert has been on a roll lately. After a slower start, he's now in the running for MVP. His performance has be
The Pittsburgh Steelers (8-2) are riding high after knocking off the Baltimore Ravens to secure sole possession of first place in their division. This week, they face the Cleveland Browns (2-8) on Thursday Night Football. To get some insights, we talked to Chris Pokorny from Dawgs By Nature. Here's
Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian isn't too worried about what the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee looks for in their rankings. He's more focused on playing good football. The Longhorns, ranked third, have two big games left against Kentucky and Texas A&M. Their schedule strength isn't g
Imagine if we looked at Uganda's anti-gay law through the eyes of ancient Greek philosopher Plato. His character Aristophanes in the Symposium suggests that love, including between same-sex partners, is a natural part of human experience. What if we applied this idea to Uganda? Would it change our v
In the gaming world of EA Sports FC 25, the centre-backs you choose can make or break your defence. You've got speed demons like Micky van de Ven from Tottenham and strong, composed players like Antonio Rüdiger from Real Madrid. There's also a heavy presence from top European leagues like the Premie
The new Serie A season is back with thrilling games and unexpected manager changes. AC Milan is set to face Juventus, featuring four USMNT players. This match-up is one of the most anticipated of the season. Timothy Weah and Weston McKennie will represent Juventus, while Christian Pulisic and Yunus
