Scientists have discovered that the rapid increase in life expectancy we've seen since the 20th century is slowing down. They studied data from countries like Japan, South Korea, and the U.S. from 1990 to 2019. The results show that while life expectancy is still rising, the rate has significantly d
Scientists at Marshfield Clinic Research Institute are collecting ticks to learn more about these pesky creatures and the diseases they carry. So far, over 5,000 ticks have been submitted by the public through a research study called TICK Inventory via Citizen Science (TICS). This time of year, you
For years, Dallas and Tarrant counties have been sending their unclaimed dead to the University of North Texas Health Science Center. The center used these bodies for medical research. They would cremate those with infectious diseases or ones that had started to decompose. The rest were either embal
The road to a Nobel Prize in Physics is often long and filled with obstacles, as illustrated by the experiences of laureates Andrea Ghez, Anne L'Huillier, and Donna Strickland. On average, it takes 28 years between publishing a discovery and receiving the prestigious award. Despite facing numerous s
A sneaky app called WalletConnect appeared in the Google Play Store. It looked like a real crypto wallet, but it was actually a scam. The app had over 10,000 downloads before people started noticing something fishy. Around 150 users lost their cryptocurrency because they trusted this fake app too mu
Ever clicked on a dodgy site while trying to find a real business? Google might have a solution! They're testing out blue verified checkmarks next to legit businesses online. Imagine seeing a checkmark next to Microsoft or Apple when you search for them. That’s what users are noticing in some search
Leo Case, a decorated World War II veteran, was one of the first to be exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Sadly, he passed away from multiple cancers at the age of 58. His granddaughter, Jessie Hoerman, an attorney from St. Louis, has been on a mission to prove that her
Fluoride has been a big deal in dental health for a long time. While it helps keep our teeth strong, some people are now wondering if it's safe and effective. But should we really stop putting fluoride in our water supply? Let’s explore the science behind this and consider both sides of the story.
Google is introducing a new feature in its AI-generated search summaries: ads. If you’re hunting for solutions, like removing grass stains from your pants, the AI might suggest products that could help, listed under a “sponsored” label. This change is part of a broader rollout in the US on mobile de
As a nation, we've become all too familiar with the sound of gunfire and the sight of students huddled under desks. For many Minnesotan families, this is more than just a drill - it's a harsh reality that threatens to upend their sense of security. Governor Tim Walz's personal experience with his so
