In recent years, the internet has become a hotbed for conspiracy theories. Some of these beliefs have led to real-world harm, like the January 6th Capitol attack, where many participants were driven by the QAnon conspiracy. This study looks at five major conspiracy theories—QAnon, COVID, UFOs/Aliens
Xylazine, a drug often mixed with opioids, is causing serious health issues in the United States. While it's mainly known for affecting α2-adrenergic receptors, its harmful effects can't be fully reversed by drugs that block these receptors. Scientists have now found that xylazine also targets α7 ni
Ever wondered how to safely extract pesticides from herbal teas like orange blossom, Aloysia Citrodora, and fennel? Scientists have come up with a nifty new way using a core-shell magnetic adsorbent. This tiny superhero, Cu-BTC@Fe3O4, teams up with a microextraction method to grab and hold pesticide
Imagine you've just been diagnosed with mild-to-moderate hypertension. You're probably feeling a bit worried, right? Well, there's some good news from a study in Canada. Researchers wanted to see how well a single pill combination of two blood pressure medicines worked in the real world. This study,
In the latest issue of World’s Finest, the spotlight shifts to an unusual team-up: Batgirl and Ace the Bat-Hound. As Batman, Superman, and Robin are missing, readers get a fresh perspective on the Bat-Family. While everyone's talking about the unexpected pairing of Barbara Gordon and Jimmy Olsen, wh
When "The Fast and The Furious" hit the screens in 2001, it didn't just entertain, it shook up the car scene. The movie put a spotlight on street racing, which was cool but not always safe. Many cars from the era got their moment in the spotlight, like the Toyota Supra and the Nissan Skyline. But, o
In the United States, keeping track of workplace health and safety often depends on data from federal and state agencies. However, these sources aren't perfect. They can miss some reports or use different methods to collect information. To fill these gaps, the federal Occupational Health and Safety
The Cleveland Browns just reworked quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract for the third time in three years. This was a strategic move to free up cap space for the team. But why are they sticking with him? Well, they've got a bit of a mess with their quarterback situation, and with star player Myles
The baseball world got some big news just before the year ended. Corbin Burnes, the Orioles' top pitcher from 2024, will not be returning to the team in 2025. He signed a huge six-year $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. This move doesn't come as a huge shock. The Orioles' general m
Process tracing—a technique borrowed from policy studies—has gained popularity in health research. It helps scientists dig deeper into complex health systems, especially when studying specific cases like a country's health policies. A recent review dived into how this method is used in health resear
