Bear meat kebabs at a family reunion lead to rare outbreak of roundworm disease
Bear meat kebabs at a family reunion lead to rare outbreak of roundworm disease.....»»
Only 1 in 3 people enjoy talking about politics—researchers say the reasons are more social than political
One of the cornerstones of liberal democracies is the political debate on how to shape society. However, discussions about politics often lead to frustration or result in a long-term strain on social relationships......»»
Yellowstone season 5, part 2 finally gets a release date
The Dutton Family will finally return to TV screens worldwide. Find out when Yellowstone season 5 part 2 will premiere......»»
Rare bone marrow cells revealed in new comprehensive atlas
While research has uncovered many details about how blood cells function within bone marrow, the work of other cells existing in that space has remained a relative mystery. Now, researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pe.....»»
Scientists find further evidence that climate change could make fungi more dangerous
A team of medical researchers and infectious disease specialists affiliated with multiple institutions in China, working with a pair of colleagues, one from Singapore, the other from Canada, has found evidence bolstering theories that suggest as the.....»»
Study reveals molecular mechanisms of somatostatin receptor 5 activation by neuropeptides and drugs
Somatostatin receptors (SSTRs) constitute a crucial family of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) that play pivotal roles in regulating hormone secretion and inhibiting tumor growth......»»
EPA has lowered the screening level for lead in soil: Here"s what that could mean for households across the US
As spring phases into summer across the U.S., kids are spending more time outdoors. Playing outside is healthy in all kinds of ways, but it also poses some risks. One that many families may not be aware of is exposure to lead in soil, which is still.....»»
New study finds at least 1 in 4 US residential yards exceeds new EPA lead soil level guideline
Roughly one in four U.S. households have soil exceeding the new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's lead screening levels of 200 parts per million (ppm), halved from the previous level of 400 ppm, a new study found. For households with exposure fr.....»»
Tesla defends its lead in American-Made Index; Honda and VW models close in
The Tesla Model Y was the top vehicle in the American-Made Index 2024 survey, but Tesla did not take all four top spots as in 2023......»»
Researchers argue for standardizing terminology to stop the spread of disease
Researchers writing in the International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management explain how the U.S. is a major importer of wildlife, bringing into the states a great diversity and quantity of different species. This trade, they caution, has the p.....»»
Opinion: The world no longer needs new fossil fuels, and the UK could lead the way in making them taboo
North Sea oil and gas has become a battleground issue in the UK general election......»»
How tight-knit communities might prevent environmental progress
New research indicates that strong community bonds could hinder rather than help environmental initiatives. The study, led by researchers at the University of Sydney's School of Project Management, examined communities where robust local ties lead to.....»»
Ancient remedies for modern woes: Traditional Chinese medicine and the fight against African swine fever
African Swine Fever (ASF) poses a grave threat to the swine industry, with the virus causing severe economic and agricultural disruptions since its emergence in China in 2018. The disease, transmitted by the African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV), has beco.....»»
Q&A: Wall Street meets Reddit—what are the upsides and risks of social investing?
A decent quarterly report may not nudge a company's stock price far, but a meme posted to Reddit's WallStreetBets subreddit may. The online community known for its seriously unserious banter, memes and not-so-family-friendly jokes shot to fame in ear.....»»
Researchers identify potential caterpillar fungus for the production of bioactive compounds
Ophiocordyceps sinensis, known for its extensive use in traditional Asian medicine, grows in high-altitude regions of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. This rare and expensive fungus has generated increasing global demand, leading to the need for artificial.....»»
On thin ice: Greenland"s last Inuit polar bear hunters
Inuit hunter Hjelmer Hammeken spotted a ringed seal near its breathing hole on the Greenland ice. In his white camouflage, he slowly crept towards it then lay down in the snow and waited......»»
Ending native forest logging would help Australia"s climate goals much more than planting trees
Australia contains some of the world's most biologically diverse and carbon-dense native forests. Eucalypts in wet temperate forests are the tallest flowering plants in the world and home to an array of unique tree-dwelling marsupials, rare birds, in.....»»
Melissa Caddick mystery shows we need more research of a rare kind: marine forensics
The disappearance of 49-year-old Melissa Caddick in November 2020 captured Australia's attention. At the time, Caddick was being investigated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission for alleged financial misconduct, with dozens of peo.....»»
What happens when you give a low-income family $26,000 in their child"s first year? We think we"ve found out
It's well-known that children raised in families experiencing financial stress face greater risks of psychological and educational difficulties and behavioral problems in later life......»»
Suicide threats are a weapon of family violence. How can police balance mental health needs with protecting victims?
It's relatively common for perpetrators of family violence to threaten suicide to control a victim-survivor's actions. A study by the Australian Institute of Criminology suggests 39% of women who experience coercive control are subject to perpetrator.....»»
Are Diablo fans getting too old for the old-school item grind?
Devs say players no longer want the "very long chase" for rare drops. Enlarge / Do you have a few hundred hours to hear the good news about our lord and savior, Diablo? (credit: Blizzard) Longtime fans of Diablo II are d.....»»