Ever wondered how weight-loss surgery influences family planning? In Switzerland, bariatric healthcare pros were quizzed about their views on reproductive health after these surgeries. The big question: how does morbid obesity and the weight loss journey affect fertility, pregnancy results, and birt
Ever wondered how mating impacts the lifespan and baby-making abilities of tiny predators? A recent study dived into the world of Phytoseiulus persimilis, a mighty mite that feasts on spider mites. Researchers looked at how often these mites get to mate, when they first do it, and how experienced th
You might think polylactic acid (PLA) is a safe bet for the environment. After all, it's biodegradable and often touted as an "eco-friendly" alternative to traditional plastics. But hold on! Recent studies have found that PLA microplastics (PLA-MPs) could be causing trouble for male mice. Imagine i
Did you know that some fungi can help make proteins really quickly and easily? Out of 22 different types of filamentous fungi studied, 12 showed potential for cell-free protein synthesis. This means they can create proteins outside of a living cell. Pretty cool, right? The fungus Neurospora crassa w
On a chilly Saturday in early January, news of a potential Marburg outbreak in Tanzania hit the airwaves. This nasty virus, similar to Ebola but deadlier, has no approved vaccine or treatment. So, how do we keep Americans safe from such threats? Well, the best bet is to nip it in the bud overseas. W
A New York State Police officer, Thomas Mascia, who claimed to have been shot by a suspect, is now facing charges. The 27-year-old trooper turned himself in on Monday, along with his parents. They are accused of crimes like tampering with evidence, falsely reporting a crime, and illegal gun possessi
In 2022, when Russia invaded Ukraine, the European Union quickly responded with the REPowerEU plan. This plan aimed to ensure short-term energy security by changing how the EU gets and uses natural gas. The goal was to diversify imports, reduce demand, and speed up the use of renewable energy in the
Bill Condon's "Kiss of the Spider Woman" might not be perfect, but it sure is entertaining. The movie takes a Broadway musical, set in Argentina in the 1980s, and turns it into a film that's part drama, part fantasy, and all heart. The story follows two cellmates: Valentín, a political prisoner, and
Newcastle United's Alexander Isak has been on a scoring spree, recently netting twice against Southampton. This performance caught the attention of Arsenal fans, who hope to see him join their team. Sky Sports reporter Mark McAdam mentioned Arsenal's interest in Isak during his live coverage, which
Machine learning is stepping up to help predict COVID-19 cases, especially in regions where data can be a bit iffy. You see, the COVID-19 pandemic hit hard in 2019, causing a lot of sickness and even death. One big problem was getting accurate numbers on how many people were actually sick, especiall
