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When Robots Helped a Woman Swallow Again

November 19, 2025

A 67-year-old woman struggled to eat. She couldn't swallow food or drinks. Doctors told her she had a serious condition called achalasia. This makes the muscles in her food pipe too tight. She had tried many treatments, but nothing worked. Some doctors even suggested removing her esophagus. She dec

sports

Zachary's Sports: Where Everyone Plays to Win

August 9, 2025

In the heart of Zachary, sports aren't just games; they're a way of life. The town's athletic programs, known as the Broncos, are all about striving for excellence. David Brewerton, the athletic director, sets the tone. His goal? To be the best in everything they do. He believes that when students s

entertainment

Sacha Baron Cohen's Marvel Makeover: A Shocking Transformation

July 24, 2025

Sacha Baron Cohen is making waves in the Marvel universe. He's stepping into the role of Mephisto in the Disney+ series Ironheart. But before he even appears on screen, he's turning heads with a dramatic physical transformation. Cohen has always been known for his comedic roles, but now he's showin

education

Remembering Dachau: A Survivor's Journey After 80 Years

April 30, 2025

The 8th of May 2023 marks 80 years since the conclusion of World War II in Europe. However, the war's end did not wait for the official ceasefire. Allied forces had already started freeing Nazi concentration camps scattered across German-controlled territories. One of these camps was Dachau. On

environment

Unseen Pollution Patterns

April 11, 2025

The hidden connections between pollutants in landfill waste, nearby water, and the base layer were brought to light using a special tool called Ball Mapper. This tool is not your average data analyzer. It dives deep into the data to find patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. It is a topologica

environment

The Hidden Danger of Masks in Landfills: A Plant's Perspective

January 5, 2025

Imagine what happens when you toss a disposable face mask into a landfill. Scientists have been looking into this, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in mask use. They found that these masks can break down over time, releasing tiny pieces called microplastics and harmful chemicals

science

New Worm Species Found in Poland's Reclaimed Lands

December 9, 2024

Two new species of Achaeta, a type of small, soil-dwelling worm, have been discovered in southern Poland. These worms are unique because they don't have chaetae, which are tiny bristles found in other annelids. Scientists found these worms in areas that were once mined or burned. They studied both l

politics

Jay Bhattacharya's Rise: A Lesson in Science and Freedom

December 2, 2024

Four years back, Jay Bhattacharya was shunned by colleagues at Stanford and silenced on social media for his views on the pandemic. He's come a long way since then. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated him to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). If approved, this could be a big win fo

politics

Meet Jay Bhattacharya: Trump's Pick to Lead NIH

November 28, 2024

Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor known for criticizing U. S. COVID-19 policies, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The NIH, with a budget of $47. 3 billion, is the country's main funder for medical research. Bhattacharya's appointment come

environment

Gold Mine Waste: How Particle Size Affects Water Pollution in Tanzania

November 24, 2024

Ever wondered how tiny pieces of rock from a gold mine can cause big problems? In Tanzania, waste rocks from gold mining are a real headache. Scientists tested different sizes of these rocks - from little ones smaller than a pea to big ones like a chicken egg. They found that tiny rocks can make the