Butea monosperma, a plant known for its medicinal properties, has been under the spotlight for its potential to offer natural alternatives to traditional estrogen treatments. Researchers have been digging into the plant's flavonoids, which are compounds found in plants that can mimic the effects of
The United States is set to start planning for its G20 presidency next year. This planning will begin with a meeting of officials from the Group of 20 major economies. The meeting will start on Monday. South Africa, the current host, is not invited to this meeting. The U. S. took over the G20 presi
The Geminid Meteor Shower is coming to a sky near you on December 13th and 14th. This is not just any meteor shower. It is known for its bright and colorful streaks that light up the night sky. The source of this dazzling display is asteroid 3200 Phaeton, which takes 524 days to orbit the Sun. Mete
Osteoporosis is a sneaky condition. Bones become weak and brittle. This happens when old bone tissue is not replaced fast enough. New research is shining a light on a process called necroptosis. It might play a big role in this disease. Scientists dug into data from past studies. They looked at gen
The Justice Department is taking a big step back in a high-profile soccer corruption case. They want to drop charges against Hernan Lopez, a former Fox employee, and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media company. This move comes after years of legal fights and appeals. Lopez and Full Play were
A rotator cuff tear is a common issue, especially as people get older. It's interesting because not everyone feels pain from it. Some folks have a tear and don't even know it. Others are in so much pain that they need surgery. Why is that? Scientists have been trying to figure this out. They've loo
The UK housing market has hit the brakes. Buyers are taking a step back, and it's not just because of the cold weather. The latest news from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) shows buyer interest has dropped to its lowest point in over two years. This slowdown started after the fi
Winter weather is making its presence known in the Great Smoky Mountains. The U. S. 441, also known as Newfound Gap Road, is expected to close again due to upcoming snowfall. This time, the closure is planned for the evening of December 10th, as announced on the park's social media platform. The ro
Surgeons are getting a hand from robots, but it's not all smooth sailing. Robots are now a big part of surgery, especially in minimally invasive procedures. These surgeries are less harsh on patients, but they can be tough on surgeons. The way surgeons stand and move during these operations can caus
B vitamins are a group of essential nutrients that play a big role in keeping our bodies running smoothly. They are water-soluble, meaning they dissolve in water and are easily absorbed by the body. These vitamins are involved in many important processes, like energy production and cell repair. But
