The Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, is nearing 90 years old. As he ages, the future of his role becomes uncertain. The Chinese government, which controls Tibet, has the power to choose the next Dalai Lama. This could mean the end of the current line of Dalai Lamas. The Dalai La
Have you ever thought about how your living conditions might affect your mental health? For Chinese international students returning home, this is a real concern, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. A recent study looked into how these students feel about changes in where they live, their plans
Zoology, the study of animals, has transformed into a global powerhouse in the 21st century, thanks to two key institutions: the International Zoological Congress and the International Society of Zoological Sciences (ISZS). These organizations have been driving forces behind international cooperatio
When the COVID-19 vaccines were first announced, they sparked a lot of debate. Most studies focused on misinformation on social media, but not much was said about how mainstream and alternative news sources talked about the vaccines. To fill this gap, researchers used cognitive network science and n
Imagine you’re flying on an Azerbaijan Airlines plane on Christmas Day. Suddenly, a loud bang echoes, and the plane starts acting strangely. Passenger Subhonkul Rakhimov described it as “behaving unnaturally. ” Why did this happen? Early investigations suggest “physical and technical external interf
Hey there! Are you planning to travel this holiday season? Well, keep an eye on the weather, because some serious thunderstorms are causing trouble in Texas and Louisiana. These storms are rolling in from the Gulf of Mexico and bringing along some strong winds, hail, and maybe even tornadoes. Yikes!
Italy has hit a snag in its international relations with Iran. An Italian journalist, Cecilia Sala, who works for Il Foglio, was arrested in Iran on December 19, marking the first time a foreign journalist has been detained since the harsh crackdown on anti-government protests. This is no small matt
When a body is found at a crime scene, figuring out how long it's been there is super important for solving the case. Scientists are looking at tiny bits of genetic material called microRNAs (miRNAs) that stay stable even after death. This study used a special tool called a molecular beacon probe to
Around the world, experts are coming together to share their thoughts on using recombinant hormones, like recombinant human luteinizing hormone (r-hLH) and recombinant human follicle-stimulating hormone (r-hFSH), to help with fertility treatments. A recent meeting in Dubai focused on three big quest
Did you know that the COVID-19 pandemic not only shook up life as we knew it but also had a significant effect on healthcare services? Let's zoom in on Ghana for a moment. The country's National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) tracks how the pandemic impacted moms-to-be and newborns. Researchers div
