Scientists have been exploring the inner workings of mouse brains, focusing on the visual cortex. These mice lack a specific gene, Fmr1, which is associated with fragile X syndrome in humans. When researchers placed slices of these mouse brains in a special solution, they observed something unusual.
In 2025, the film industry brought us a diverse range of stories that pushed boundaries and challenged norms. Zach Cregger's psychological thriller, with its multiple perspectives and chilling climax, left audiences on the edge of their seats. The film's ability to weave together different narrative
Giraffes, those tall and graceful creatures, have always fascinated scientists. But there's one thing about them that hasn't gotten much attention: their milk. Specifically, what happens to it as they wean their calves. Milk changes as a mother's body prepares to stop producing it. This is true for
Michigan State is making a big move in college football. They've just hired Pat Fitzgerald, the former coach of Northwestern. Fitzgerald has a lot of experience, having coached for 17 seasons at Northwestern. He led his team to many bowl games, but things didn't end well. His last two seasons were r
Southern Asia is grappling with severe floods that have taken a heavy toll. Over 1, 200 lives have been lost, and many more are still unaccounted for. Millions have been forced from their homes, struggling to cope with the aftermath. The hardest-hit countries are Indonesia and Sri Lanka. In Sri Lan
Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, is on a mission to rally European support as the U. S. tries to wrap up the war with Russia. He's in Paris, chatting with France's President, Emmanuel Macron, and plans to meet with other European leaders this week. Meanwhile, U. S. and Ukrainian officials ha
In a shocking turn of events, it has come to light that the recent fire in Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court housing estate was made worse by some contractors' decisions. Officials discovered that after a typhoon, cheaper, unsafe netting was used to replace the original scaffolding material. This netting d
The NFL landscape shifted dramatically in Week 13, with unexpected wins and losses reshaping the league's hierarchy. The Panthers and Bears made headlines by defeating the previously dominant Rams and Eagles, respectively. Meanwhile, the Colts and Lions faced setbacks, while the Bills, Seahawks, 49e
Online surveys are a great way to gather information from many people quickly and cheaply. They can reach folks who might not otherwise participate, like those in remote areas or sensitive groups. But, there's a catch. When surveys are open to everyone via a generic link or offer money, dishonest pe
A new player has entered the entertainment scene, aiming to shake things up. V47 Entertainment, a joint venture between Virtue Asia and Goldfinch International, is set to create content that blends brands and storytelling. This Singapore-based studio plans to produce films, TV shows, digital content
