NASA's big Moon rocket, the SLS, might not have a long future. The current U. S. administration wants to stop using it after just three trips, while some lawmakers want to extend it to five. But realistically, it's unlikely to fly more than that, and if it does, it won't happen before 2040. The SLS
Iran's nuclear program has taken some serious hits recently. American and Israeli forces have been targeting key sites, but how much damage was actually done? Opinions vary. Fordo, a major enrichment site, is buried deep inside a mountain. It's got thousands of centrifuges working on uranium. The U
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state lawmaker, has made waves in New York City politics. Born in Uganda to Indian parents, he moved to New York City at a young age. His mother is the acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair, and his father is a professor at Columbia University. Mamdani's journey to politics is
Israel and the U. S. recently took action against Iran's nuclear program. They destroyed three nuclear sites. This was after 12 days of conflict. President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu said they won. They believe they stopped Iran from making nuclear weapons for a long time. The U. N. 's Inte
Part-time nursing teachers are crucial in shaping future nurses. They step into classrooms to share their knowledge and experience. But what makes them stay in this role? And what might push them away? A deep dive into research shows a mix of reasons. Some teachers love the flexibility. They can ba
A fragile truce between Israel and Iran seems to be holding, but tensions remain high. The ceasefire, which started on Tuesday after 12 days of conflict, has given a glimmer of hope for lasting peace. However, Iran has made it clear that it won’t abandon its nuclear program, and its parliament is pu
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state assemblymember, has taken the New York City political scene by storm. He's leading the Democratic mayoral primary race, surprising many with his sudden rise. Mamdani's campaign has resonated with younger voters and first-time primary participants, thanks to his in
Parents of children with rare neurogenetic conditions have always faced big hurdles. These hurdles got even bigger during the COVID-19 pandemic. Support systems broke down. Parents needed help more than ever. Tele-mental health services stepped up during the pandemic. These services could reach par
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a common inflammatory condition in older adults, often linked to giant cell arteritis. It's the second most frequent inflammatory rheumatic disease in this age group, following rheumatoid arthritis. Recently, guidelines for treating PMR have been updated, focusing on
In small towns across China, wastewater treatment plants are having a tough time. These plants use special ponds called ecological combination ponds (ECPs) to clean water. But when the water coming in changes a lot, it's hard to adjust the settings. This leads to too much air being pumped in and too
