In Wasit, Iraq, a study took a close look at the germs found in red meat. The focus was on two types of Campylobacter bacteria: Campylobacter jejuni and Campylobacter coli. These germs are known to cause stomach problems in people. The study wanted to see how often these germs show up in meat and if
Young adults are bringing back the idea of eating together at long tables with strangers. This trend is popular among those born between 1997 and 2012. They see it as a way to meet new people and feel connected. Almost all of them like this idea, while only 60% of older adults do. Many young diners
Pregnancy changes a woman's body in amazing ways. It affects how she moves, stands, and balances. Yet, we don't know much about these changes. This is surprising because these changes can cause problems for moms-to-be. A recent study looked at all the research on this topic. They found 87 studies, b
In a New York courtroom, the spotlight was on Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing a healthcare CEO. His lawyers are fighting to keep certain evidence out of his upcoming trials. They say the police didn't have a warrant to search his backpack, which had some interesting items inside. One of
The latest AP Top 25 men’s basketball rankings saw some big changes. Michigan climbed to the No. 3 spot, while Michigan State and Iowa State both cracked the top 10. Purdue and Arizona stayed at the top, with Purdue getting the most first-place votes. Duke and UConn also held their spots in the top
Plants have a clever way to fight off viruses. They use a system called SAR, which stands for systemic acquired resistance. SAR acts like a plant's immune system, helping it remember past infections and protect itself better in the future. Salicylic acid (SA) and its friends, like MeSA and AzA, are
Researchers have been working hard to find a way to control HIV without daily medication. A recent study involving 10 participants showed some promising results. The participants received experimental treatments designed to boost their immune systems. After stopping their usual HIV medication, six o
In Stockton, a city known for its grit and resilience, a peaceful birthday celebration turned into a nightmare. A family gathered to celebrate a 2-year-old's birthday, but their joy was shattered when gunfire erupted in the banquet hall. The scene that followed was one of chaos and devastation. A gr
In the middle of the night, Aminah Ali, a 63-year-old from Indonesia's Aceh province, found herself in a nightmare. The rain started at midnight, and the water rose slowly at first. But then, a loud roar filled the air. Her village was suddenly underwater. With her son's help, she climbed onto her r
President Donald Trump, at 79, had a thorough health check-up last October. His doctor, Captain Sean Barbabella, shared the results. The MRI scans of Trump's heart and belly were "perfectly normal. " This means no blockages in his arteries or problems with his heart or major blood vessels. His belly
