In Pakistan, the provinces of Punjab have declared a health emergency due to severe smog. This has led to the closing of schools, restaurants, and construction sites in major cities like Lahore and Multan. The air is so bad that it's reaching hazardous levels, with air quality index (AQI) readings e
Nothing seems off-limits for North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un. He's got his sights set on a new military tool – suicide drones. These aren’t your average drones. They’re designed to crash and explode on impact. Kim wants his military factories to churn these out in big numbers. Why, you ask? Well,
Even at 39, basketball legend LeBron James is still a force to reckon with, showing no signs of slowing down. His journey in the NBA started way back in 2003, and over the years, he's seen the game evolve from a defensive-heavy era to one that focuses more on shooting. Teammates like Marcus Smart ha
Ever thought about the tiny boundary where water meets air? scientists have discovered some cool stuff happening there! They found that acetonitrile, which is usually pretty stable in water, can change into a new, more active form without any harsh treatment needed. Why does this happen? The answer
People who live with chronic low back pain often struggle with doing everyday activities. This issue is what researchers call "pain-related functional interference. " A study looked into what factors contribute to this problem in people who are part of a physical exercise program. It turns out that
Imagine you're living in Ethiopia and dealing with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). This isn't just about staying alive; it's about living well. But how do patients in low-income countries like Ethiopia fare compared to those in wealthier nations? That's what researchers set out to find. They focuse
Hey there! Grab a jacket for Friday morning as temperatures dip into the 40s. Don't worry, the day will warm up to a pleasant 70 degrees. The weekend is looking nice with temps in the 70s, thanks to a south wind. But hold on to your hats because Sunday might bring a few showers. By Monday night, exp
The world is running out of clean water. Scientists are searching for better ways to turn salty water into fresh water. One popular method is forward osmosis (FO), which uses less energy and is cheaper. In this study, scientists used computer simulations to test a new kind of FO membrane made from t
President Trump's second term begins on January 20, offering a chance to quickly reverse some of Biden's policies. Many of these policies were implemented through executive orders and other non-legislative means, so Trump can use similar procedures to undo them. One key area to tackle is Biden's env
Imagine if the trash in your city could be turned into something useful, like roads! That's exactly what Olivia English, a Kansas City woman, had in mind. Her journey began with a simple question: Where does all the litter go? She discovered that most of it ends up in landfills, which are filling up
