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Detecting Tiny Changes: How Scientists Track Harmful Chemicals in Our Bodies

July 21, 2025

Scientists have created a new tool to detect tiny changes in our bodies. This tool, called a biosensor, can find very small amounts of a harmful chemical called bisphenol A (BPA). BPA is found in many plastics and can cause problems in our bodies. The biosensor uses special materials called SrTiO3

health

How Tiny Tech Could Change Diabetes Care Forever

July 20, 2025

Insulin resistance is a big deal. It messes with how our bodies handle glucose, leading to a bunch of health issues like high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and even heart problems. For many people, this resistance is a precursor to type 2 diabetes, often lingering for years before diagnosis. So,

science

Harnessing Nature's Power: The Future of Solar Energy

July 20, 2025

The world is on the hunt for clean energy. Solar power is a big part of this. But there is a new kid on the block: dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). These are different from the usual silicon solar panels. They use dyes to capture sunlight. And guess what? These dyes can come from nature. Nature

health

Hearing Loss: The Time of Day Matters More Than You Think

July 20, 2025

Researchers have found that the time of day can make a big difference in how badly noise hurts your hearing. They looked at cells in the inner ear and found that immune cells called macrophages play a big role in this. When the ear is exposed to loud noises, these macrophages get more active, espec

sports

Who Will Lead the NFL Players' Union?

July 20, 2025

The NFL Players' Association is at a crossroads. The recent resignation of Lloyd Howell has left a big question mark over who will take the reins. Two names are in the running: JC Tretter and Don Davis. Both have strong backing from players, but Tretter seems to have the edge. The process to pick a

environment

Smart Ways to Spot Errors in River Sensors

July 19, 2025

In the world of environmental science, keeping an eye on water quality is super important. Sensors in rivers and other water bodies collect lots of data. But sometimes, this data has errors. These errors can mess up the whole monitoring system. So, scientists are always looking for better ways to fi

science

How Our Eyes Choose What to Focus On While Learning New Skills

July 17, 2025

People's eyes tend to move toward certain spots when learning new tasks. These spots can be important for getting information or for getting rewards. Researchers wanted to see how well people could guess if they would succeed or fail at a task. They also wanted to see if this guess would change wher

entertainment

Love Island's Hidden Bias: Why Black Women Feel Overlooked

July 17, 2025

Love Island, a popular reality TV show, has sparked discussions about race and dating. The show features young, attractive singles competing for love and a cash prize. But many fans and contestants notice a pattern: Black women often get left behind. In the U. K. version, Black women are often the

politics

Public Broadcasting at Risk: What's Next for PBS and NPR?

July 16, 2025

Public broadcasting in the U. S. is facing a serious threat. The Senate is considering a move to take back nearly $1. 1 billion that was already set aside for public media. This includes PBS and NPR, which have relied on federal funding for decades. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is

politics

Senate Republicans Trim Trump's Spending Cuts to Secure Votes

July 16, 2025

Senate Republicans are tweaking a $9. 4 billion spending cut proposal from President Donald Trump. They aim to pass it by Friday. One big change? They're keeping $400 million for PEPFAR, a program fighting HIV/AIDS abroad. This move is to win over enough votes. The program has saved many lives, so c