Detecting harmful substances in our food is crucial for our health. One such substance is megestrol acetate (MA), which can linger in food and the environment, causing potential harm. Scientists have come up with a clever solution using tiny particles called upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) and a
In Brazil's Para state, the Haidar shipwreck remains a ticking time bomb. This isn't just any old ship; it's a disaster waiting to happen. Ten years ago, this vessel sank near Vila do Conde port, taking 5, 000 cattle to their watery graves and spilling 700, 000 liters of oily mess into the sea. The
A mysterious traveler from deep space is about to swing by Earth. On December 19, 2025, an object called 3I/ATLAS will come closest to our planet. This is a big deal. It's not just any space rock. It's an interstellar object, meaning it comes from beyond our solar system. Scientists and stargazers
Venice recently saw its famous Grand Canal turn green. This happened because of a protest organized by climate activists, including Greta Thunberg. The group used a harmless dye to make a statement about climate change. They also hung banners and walked through crowds to get attention. This wasn't j
Climate change is not just about rising temperatures and weird weather. It's also about how these changes might be affecting our health in sneaky ways. Scientists are starting to think that climate change could be linked to things like Alzheimer's disease. How? Well, it's all about stress on our bod
Older adults with chronic lung issues often struggle to stick with remote health programs. A new study looked at how a digital platform, where patients and doctors work together, can help. The platform lets patients and healthcare providers create personalized plans. This approach aims to boost mot
UnitedHealthcare's plan to limit remote patient monitoring (RPM) reimbursement starting in 2026 is a big mistake. They will only cover heart failure and hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. This decision ignores the growing evidence that RPM helps manage common conditions like hypertension and d
In Belem, Brazil, Marina Silva, the country's environment minister, received a standing ovation at the COP30 climate summit. Her speech was emotional, and she raised her fist in defiance, declaring that progress, though modest, had been made. The summit was a mix of triumph and frustration, as deleg
The Iron Bowl is just around the corner, set for November 29 at 6:30 PM CST. This year, the action will unfold at Auburn's Jordan-Hare Stadium. While the weather might not be a major factor, it's definitely going to be cold. The National Weather Service predicts a high of just 55 degrees in Auburn
In a surprising turn, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, known as the "drone guy, " has become a key player in the U. S. effort to end the Ukraine war. This 38-year-old Army veteran, who has no background in diplomacy, was tasked by President Trump to push Ukraine into peace talks. Driscoll's close friend
