Phytocompounds, found naturally in plants, are stirring up interest as potential weapons against the parasitic disease leishmaniasis. These compounds hold promise due to their ability to fight against parasites without causing harm to human cells. Scientists are diving into research to figure out ho
Ever wondered how your weight might affect back pain treatment? A recent study looked into this, focusing on the impact of obesity on a common procedure called lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injections (TFESIs). These injections are often used to relieve pain in the lower back. The research
Ukrainian women living abroad are now allowed to join Poland's Ukraine Legion, a big shift in the war effort. This legion, based in Poland, has started accepting women for the first time. They'll focus on medical and communication roles. This comes as Ukraine faces a shortage of troops. Women have
Investing can be a rollercoaster. You might have heard of "HODLing, " which means holding onto an investment, especially in cryptocurrency, regardless of short-term price fluctuations. For some, this strategy has paid off big time. Take Bitcoin, for example. In 2013, it was trading around $950. Now,
Scientists have been exploring how different sensors can help in the diagnosis and treatment of common cancers like breast, lung, colorectal, and prostate. By diving into research articles from 1991 to 2021, they found that biosensors are crucial in all these types of cancer. Electrochemical sensors
In a significant shift, Bill Nelson stepped down from his post as NASA administrator on January 20, 2021. This date marked the end of the Biden Administration and the start of Donald Trump's second term as president. Nelson, a long-time public servant with a career spanning over five decades, took t
Former President Trump brought back an old plan to make it simpler to fire federal employees who shape policies. He wants to take away their civil service protections and says it will make the government workforce more accountable. This isn't the first time Trump has tried this. He did it in 2020, b
Netflix has decided to raise its prices after adding a record 19 million new subscribers in the last three months of 2024. This brings their total global subscribers to 302 million. The company credits its success to big events like the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match and NFL games, as well as
Imagine a young kid, just 12 or 13, trying their best as a hockey referee. They're learning, growing, and making mistakes, just like anyone else. Now, picture the scene: parents and coaches screaming at them from the sidelines. This isn't fair, is it? Dave Kadun, an experienced official from Alberta
President Donald Trump signed an executive order delaying the enforcement of the TikTok ban for 75 days. This move gives him time to assess the national security implications of the app's operations in the U. S. The ban, which makes it illegal to distribute TikTok because of its Chinese ownership, w
