Imagine detecting cancer early with just a drop of blood, all for the price of a coffee. That's what scientists at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) have developed: a simple, low-cost device called the paper-in-polymer-pond (PiPP). This clever gadget uses regular paper, similar to what coffe
In the world of healthcare, getting to and from appointments can be a struggle. This is especially true for those living in rural areas or dealing with serious health issues. Enter ride-hailing giants Uber and Lyft, which have stepped in to help. These apps aren't just for everyday commuting anymore
Amazon Prime is one of the biggest players in the subscription service game, with almost half of the U. S. population signed up. While their free and fast shipping is hard to beat, there are other options worth considering. Here's a look at some of the best alternatives that also offer free shipping
Are you tired of your old streaming device? Now's the perfect time to upgrade! Roku's Express 4K Plus is on sale for just $35 on Amazon. That's 11% off the regular price, making it one of the best deals since Prime Day. This little streaming stick packs a big punch, offering 4K resolution and a mass
Imagine stepping into a bustling grocery store, but instead of facing empty self-checkout kiosks, you're greeted by friendly faces ready to bag your items. That's the Market Basket experience. With no self-checkout options, this supermarket chain keeps the personal touch alive. Every time you visit,
Last Saturday morning, a Jewish man was shot on his way to a synagogue in Chicago. The 22-year-old suspect, Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, was heard shouting "Allahu Akbar" before the attack. However, despite the clear religious motive, officials haven't charged him with a hate crime yet. Abdallahi is curr
Imagine having a friend who’s in a rocky marriage. You see that she’s unhappy and feel like she’d be better off divorced. But how do you tell her that? This was the dilemma facing Abby’s reader, who we’ll call Lily. Lily’s friend Lila has been trying to make her marriage work, but there’s still tens
Erik and Lyle Menendez, infamously known for the 1989 murders of their parents, might see their murder convictions changed. Their attorney, Mark Geragos, is considering asking a judge to reduce their convictions from murder to voluntary manslaughter. This move aims to speed up their release from pri
Imagine finding a shimmering fossil that looks like a piece of expensive jewelry. Well, that's exactly what scientists discovered in New York state. This fossil is a new type of ancient arthropod, similar to modern-day shrimp. It lived on the ocean floor around 450 million years ago. The unique thin
Valentina Agudelo first noticed the problem while studying for a college competition: women in Latin America were dying more often from breast cancer because it was caught too late. This was mainly due to the lack of access to mammograms in rural areas. So, she and her friends came up with an idea f
