The human gut is home to trillions of bacteria. These tiny organisms play a big role in keeping us healthy. They can also be linked to diseases like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Scientists have been studying these bacteria using different methods. One method is metagenomics. It helps identify b
In the world of medical imaging, scientists are always looking for ways to make brain scans clearer. One recent approach involves using sodium signals to improve phosphorus scans. This might sound a bit odd, but it's all about making the most of the data we have. Phosphorus scans, or 31 P MRSI,
In the vast Atlantic Ocean, tiny bacteria and viruses are always interacting. These bacteria can be divided into two groups: those with a lot of genetic material (HNA) and those with less (LNA). This difference matters because it affects how viruses attack them. Scientists studied these interaction
Ever thought about how your home life might affect your health as you get older? It turns out, the way you've lived in your home over the years can have a big impact. Researchers have been looking into this and found some interesting stuff. First off, it's not just about where you live now. It's ab
In a surprising discovery, scientists have found evidence of small lightning strikes on Mars. These tiny sparks were picked up by the microphone on NASA's Perseverance rover. The sounds were recorded during dust storms and dust devils, with 55 instances documented over two Martian years. These elect
In Ireland, a big push is on to help people with lung diseases like COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) stay active. The goal is to find the best ways for each person to keep moving, because what works for one might not work for another. COPD makes even simple movements tough. People with
In Jenin, a troubling event unfolded. Two individuals, later identified as wanted terrorists, were killed after they came out of a building with their hands up. This has sparked a lot of questions. Were they really a threat? Why were they shot if they surrendered? The Israeli military and police ha
Google's AI tools, Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro, have seen a surge in users. This has led to changes in how much free users can access. Initially, free users could use Gemini 3 Pro up to five times a day. They could also generate and edit up to three images daily with Nano Banana Pro. Recently,
The Green Bay Packers are on the brink of something big. They just beat the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving, but that win didn't change their spot in the NFC playoff race. They're still in sixth place, but things could change fast. If the Chicago Bears lose their game against the Philadelphia Eagles o
The Trump administration has decided to take a closer look at all green cards given to immigrants from specific countries. This decision comes after a recent shooting involving two National Guard members near the White House. The suspect in this case is an Afghan national who arrived in the U. S. in
