Workers at Amazon and Starbucks are on strike in several U. S. cities. They're pushing for better wages, benefits, and working conditions. The strikes come at a crucial time, as President-elect Donald Trump could appoint a less union-friendly National Labor Relations Board. The pandemic sparked a wa
Celosia argentea is a plant that's not only attractive but also useful in medicine. As more people appreciate these multi-purpose plants, finding ways to make them even more appealing could open up new markets. Changing the DNA of these plants, a process called polyploidization, can help achieve thi
Ever wondered if cadmium, a heavy metal, could be linked to cancer? Researchers have been puzzled by the mixed results from studies on this topic. So, a team decided to dive deeper into the relationship between blood cadmium levels and nine different cancers. They used data from a large health surve
Over the years from 2014 to 2021, the Tunisian government had a strong desire to spread power more evenly across the country. This meant giving regional hospitals more control over their own healthcare systems. The idea was to make sure that people in all regions had fair access to healthcare servic
Another strike is brewing at Amazon's doorstep in New York's Staten Island. This time, warehouse workers have joined the fray, joining thousands of union members who started striking earlier this week. But Amazon isn't worried, claiming the strike won't affect customer shipments. The retail giant ha
Meet Adrian Johnson, a young puzzle maker from Laramie, Wyoming. Now living in Knox County, Tennessee, he's known as "Mr. A. J. " to his students. At just 21, he sold his first crossword to The New York Times. His ninth puzzle for the paper is unthemed, which he loves creating the most. Unthemed puz
Ever heard of myasthenia gravis (MG)? It's a rare disease where your immune system goes a bit haywire and attacks muscles. In the Czech Republic, this disease is more than just an interesting medical fact. It's a reality for some folks, and understanding how they're treated and how much it costs is
Echinococcosis is a nasty disease caused by parasites. In China, a medicine called albendazole is given for free to people with this disease under a government program. This study aims to see how well people are taking their medicine and how effective it is. By doing this, we hope to boost the numbe
Did you know that purple passion fruit, a popular fruit, often leaves behind its peel and seeds as waste? These by-products are actually packed with nutrients and beneficial compounds. The challenge lies in the variety of these fruits, which can make it tough to use these leftovers effectively. A re
Get ready, Anchorage! The forecast is calling for freezing rain this weekend, which means roads could get pretty slippery. A warm front is on its way, pushed by storms from the Gulf of Alaska. This will bring light rain and freezing rain, starting early Saturday morning and possibly lasting into the
