In the mid-1980s, Europe was divided into two worlds: the East, governed by communist regimes like the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic and the Soviet Union, and the West, home to democracies such as Austria. A heavily guarded border, known as the Iron Curtain, separated these two blocs, preventing E
Ever wondered how we can make our electronic devices even smarter? Well, scientists are exploring a fascinating material called ferroelectric semiconductors. These special materials can change their electrical properties when exposed to certain conditions, like a light switch that turns on and off i
Chronic stomach problems in dogs can really take a toll on their lives and, as you might guess, also put a lot of stress on their owners. It's a common issue that veterinarians deal with, but how well do they understand the difficulties owners face? We all know that long-term health issues in dogs
As 2025 approaches, the Ukrainian Air Force is gearing up for major changes. The ongoing conflict with Russia has pushed the Air Force to evolve quickly. To stay ahead, they're relying on help from allies like the United States, NATO members, and others who support a free Ukraine. One big change is
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) has just given us new guidelines on how to handle heart pacing and cardiac resynchronization. Here's a fun fact: most of these guidelines are based on expert opinions rather than hard data. This is why a group of Dutch experts stepped in to see if these new r
On his first day in office, President Trump sparked controversy by announcing plans to roll back environmental protections and boost fossil fuel production. One of his main targets was California's aggressive auto emission standards, including a ban on new gasoline-powered cars by 2035. This ban, kn
Head injuries in contact sports, like rugby, are becoming a real concern. To tackle this, two big rugby organizations have made it mandatory for players to wear special mouthguards that record data. These mouthguards, known as instrumented mouthguards (iMGs), track head acceleration events (HAEs). B
Basketball legend Scottie Pippen recently caused a stir by calling himself the greatest of all time. In a podcast with Patrick Bet-David, the six-time NBA champ said his confidence in his game led him to this conclusion. While he's previously praised both Michael Jordan and LeBron James, things seem
Dust from mining can be bad for the environment and our health. The problem is, the stuff we use to stop dust, called suppressants, isn't always good for all types of dust. They don't stick well, and the crust they make isn't strong. So, scientists did some experiments to find out what makes a good
Former President Trump has kicked off his push to roll back environmental policies, focusing on electric vehicles and tailpipe emissions. He's signed orders aiming to stop funding for EV charging stations and weaken emission standards. This move could let cars pollute more, but the auto industry is
