The trial of rapper A$AP Rocky is about to begin. A jury of five men and seven women has been chosen to decide his fate. They will hear opening statements on Friday. A$AP Rocky, who is 36 years old, is charged with firing a gun at a former friend in 2021. He turned down a plea deal that would have s
LeBron James is back in the NBA All-Star Game for the 21st time, setting a new record. Giannis Antetokounmpo is also returning, this time with the most fan votes for the second year in a row. The starters were chosen through a mix of fan, media, and player voting. In the East, Jalen Brunson and Dono
The Tennessee Titans hold the coveted No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Many fans and analysts expect them to choose a quarterback, but there's a surprising twist in the air. The Titans recently hired Mike Borgonzi as their new general manager, and he's bringing a fresh perspective. During a recent
Handball researchers have long studied how birthdate affects talent selection. Over the past 30 years, the focus has vastly increased, but stability and variability of these 'relative age effects' (RAEs) are still murky. A recent German study aimed to clear this up. First, the study looked at how s
Ever wondered why some people love their jobs while others feel trapped? It all comes down to choosing the right career that fits your personality and values. Let's dive into what that means and why it matters. First, let's chat about work environments. Picture this: You're in a job where the team
Ever wondered how snakes deal with different temperatures in their habitats? Let's dive into the world of the Mexican Garter Snake, or Thamnophis eques. These slithery creatures live in both forests and grasslands, and their body temperature (Tb) can vary quite a bit. Scientists studied these snake
When mothers have children, their work prospects can change, which affects their pay and highlights gender inequalities. In Finland, mothers can choose how long to take childcare leave, with varying financial benefits. A study used Finnish data and workplace comparisons to see how this choice impact
Did you know that scientists are using near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy to predict how well maize hybrids will perform? This method, called phenomic selection, could revolutionize hybrid breeding. Instead of genotyping thousands of parental lines, which is expensive, scientists are using NIR spectra
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be effectively treated with surgical gastric fundoplication, a procedure that almost completely stops both acid and non-acid reflux. However, this surgery isn't always the best choice for everyone. Lasting side effects can sometimes outweigh the benefits. T
Baltimore Ravens' wide receiver Zay Flowers might not be on the field for their upcoming wild-card playoff game. He injured his knee during a game against the Cleveland Browns in Week 18. Reports suggest he could be out, as he's scheduled for an MRI to confirm the extent of his injury. Early in the
