Guess what? There's a super effective pill called PrEP that can protect against HIV. But in China, only about a quarter of men who have sex with men (MSM) are using it. Why is that? A study dug into this by asking MSM what would make PrEP more appealing. Turns out, price matters a lot. If it was fre
Did you know that the vaccinia virus, part of the poxvirus family, can tweak host cells' metabolism? When it's time to replicate, this tiny invader needs certain nutrients to succeed. Scientists recently found that the vaccinia growth factor, or VGF, plays a big role in this process. VGF is like the
Pete Hegseth, nominated for Secretary of Defense, has a history that's raising eyebrows. From tattoos linked to white supremacy to a severe drinking problem, and even a rape allegation, his past is controversial. His book, 'The War on Warriors', criticizes women in combat and Geneva conventions. Yet
The Baltimore Ravens aren't just strategizing for their Sunday night game against the Buffalo Bills; they're also getting ready for the chill. With temperatures expected to drop below freezing by kickoff, the team has adjusted their practice routine. On Wednesday, they practiced indoors due to froze
You’ve bought and sold crypto this year, but did you know that from next year, your transactions could be reported to the IRS for the first time? Yes, you read that right! If you’re using popular platforms like Coinbase or Gemini, they will be sending info about your crypto buys and sells to the tax
Imagine this: a tiny infant, just a few months old, is fighting epilepsy. Doctors prescribe a hormone therapy called adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) to help. Shockingly, instead of helping, it triggers a dangerous heart rhythm disorder called ventricular tachycardia. This isn't a story from a med
Ever wondered why healing a rotator cuff is such a big deal? It's because the tendon-bone interface (TBI) has a tough time healing on its own, and that's where retears happen. Scientists are racing to make better repair materials that are strong and can control how the immune system responds to help
Ever wondered why fixing a modern tractor could break the bank? The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) just took on John Deere, a big name in farming tools, over claims that the company blocks farmers from repairing their own gear. This isn't just about wrenches and screwdrivers—it's about computer chip
Ever had trouble with your Xbox Series X or S and wished you could just walk into a store and get it fixed? Well, your wish is about to come true! Starting January 20th, Microsoft is teaming up with uBreakiFix to offer in-person repairs for your console. This means you won't have to ship your Xbox o
Ever wondered if a man's views on gender equality could be linked to his actions in his relationships? Researchers in California decided to find out. They looked into how men's beliefs on gender equality relate to their self-reported instances of intimate partner violence, or IPV for short. IPV is a
