A blue spiral that lit up the night sky over Europe on March 24th sparked curiosity and speculation. Many people wondered what it was. Some even thought it might be aliens. However, the truth is more down-to-earth. It was a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch that caused this spectacle. The rocke
The Department of Education might be shutting down, but what does this mean for student loans and the FAFSA? The Small Business Administration (SBA) is stepping in to manage federal student loans. This shift comes after significant cuts to the Department of Education's staff and resources. The SBA,
In rural Ethiopia, the way men treat their partners is a big issue. Many men have harmful beliefs and behaviors. They might think it's okay to hit their wives. They might also try to control every little thing their wives do. These actions can lead to serious problems. They can cause physical and em
March has been quite the month for severe weather. It has already seen three major storms, each bringing a mix of snow, high winds, and tornadoes. These storms have left a mark, with over 220 tornadoes and nearly 1, 900 incidents of high winds and hail. This is almost double the severe weather incid
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a big deal, with a headquarters in Atlanta and a massive budget of over 9 billion dollars. It's been around for nearly 80 years, starting with a mission to stop malaria and growing into a global leader in health information and disease preventi
Gold mining is a big deal in northwestern Sudan. It brings in money and jobs. But there is a hidden risk. The soil in these mining areas has naturally occurring radioactive materials, or NORM. These are substances that give off radiation. Scientists wanted to find out how much of these materials are
In the heart of Finland, a new giant virus has been discovered. This isn't your typical virus. It's a giant, and it's got a name: Jyvaskylavirus. It was found in a compost pile in Jyväskylä, a city in central Finland. The virus is part of a group called Marseilleviruses, which are known for being hu
The black-headed gull is a familiar sight in Hungary, often seen nesting and feeding in urban areas. This adaptability makes them interesting subjects for studying how viruses might jump between species. Between 2014 and 2018, scientists collected seven fecal samples from these gulls as part of a br
Vietnam has been building small hydropower plants (HPPs) at a fast pace. These projects aim to boost electricity supply, improve water access, and shield against droughts. However, the effects on nearby communities are not straightforward. These plants often lead to competition for resources like la
Medical students often lack exposure to disability issues, which can lead to misunderstandings and unease when treating patients with disabilities. A group aimed to change this by creating an optional course. They wanted to boost students' skills in understanding and supporting people with disabilit
