The FBI files on Martin Luther King Jr. are now out in the open. This happened even though King's family and the civil rights group he led didn't want it. The files, over 240, 000 pages, were kept secret since 1977. The King family got to see them first. They asked people to look at these files with care and respect. The files show how the FBI watched King closely. ...
Bird flu, or H5N1, is jumping from animals to humans more often. Labs need better tools to catch it early. Right now, most labs use tests that can spot the flu but can't tell if it's the dangerous H5N1 strain. This is a problem because knowing the exact type of flu helps doctors treat patients better and stops outbreaks faster. Three common lab tests were put to the...
In Switzerland, rain often causes sewage systems to overflow. This sends untreated wastewater into rivers and lakes. But no one really knows how bad this is. Cheap sensors could help track these spills. Yet, most wastewater groups don't use them. It's not a tech problem. It's more about politics and organization. A recent study looked at ways to get more groups to u...
Health officials in Macomb County have found West Nile Virus in mosquitoes, marking the first time this summer. No one has gotten sick yet, but they want everyone to be careful. West Nile Virus can make people sick, but not everyone gets symptoms. Some might feel achy, have a fever, or headache. Others could get really sick with brain swelling or other serious probl...
In a shocking turn of events, a Mexican drug cartel managed to hack into the city's camera system in Mexico City. This happened around 2018 or even earlier. The hacker was able to track the movements of a senior FBI official. They could see who was coming and going from the US Embassy. This gave the cartel a dangerous advantage. The hacker didn't stop there. They al...
China has introduced a new type of tiny drone, about the size of a mosquito. These small drones are being developed for special missions, like gathering information on the battlefield without being noticed. The drone, created at a military university in Hunan province, is incredibly small—just 2 centimeters long and weighs less than 0. 2 grams. Technology is advanci...
Surgery is a high-stakes game, and every second counts. To make things run smoother, researchers have been working on ways to automate anesthesia. One big challenge is knowing exactly when to switch the anesthesia system to automated mode. This is usually done manually, but what if a computer could figure it out? That is what a recent study set out to do. The go...
In a surprising move, Iranian state TV recently advised citizens to delete WhatsApp from their phones. The reason? They claim the app collects user data and shares it with Israel. This accusation, however, lacks concrete evidence. WhatsApp quickly responded, expressing concern that these claims could lead to their service being blocked. The company emphasized that t...
The US has seen a significant rise in drug overdose deaths, largely due to the introduction of fentanyl. This powerful synthetic opioid has made its way into various drugs, leading to a sharp increase in fatalities. However, there is a glimmer of hope as recent reports suggest a decline in these deaths. It is crucial to understand that tracking these deaths is not st...
There is a lot of talk about violence in America. But how much do we really know about it? In 2022, a staggering number of people lost their lives to violence. 24, 000 died from homicide. Another 49, 000 took their own lives. These are not just numbers. They are people. Mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, friends, and neighbors. They are part of a bigger problem tha...