A recent report released by the UK Health Security Agency has seen a concerning rise in typhoid cases in parts of the United Kingdom. Typhoid fever threatens global health as antibiotic-resistant strains spread rapidly worldwide. The disease is caused by Salmonella Typhi bacteria, now kills over 150,000 people yearly across the globe. Provisional data captured...
Social media’s spheres have been abuzz with new research that reveals a decline in testosterone in men. The worry of men becoming more effeminate has been around in written media for decades. Some people target face creams, juice boxes or electronics as culprits of “feminizing” men. Even prominent figures like Health and Human Services Secretary...
Vaccines have been the hallmark of medical innovation, preventing our extinction from viral pandemics. Yet, ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccine hesitancy is rising. Social media platforms spread vaccine misinformation, dividing public opinion on vaccines. While researchers have debunked false claims linking vaccines to autism, critics have revived another age-old debate. In a controversial move...
The Delft University backed start-up Respyre has developed technology that might revolutionize urban landscapes through integrating biodiversity into concrete. As cities worldwide battle with rising temperatures and air pollution, this technology aims to resolve this challenge. Concrete worsens these problems by absorbing heat and reflecting it back as thermal energy. Researchers at TU Delft have...
For decades, eggs faced harsh criticism from health experts and nutritionists driving down its popularity amongst the public. Many people outright avoided eggs completely out of fears about cholesterol and heart disease. Previous medical research stated that people should consume no more than 1 or 2 eggs per week. This precaution was implemented over eggs...
A staggering 31% of the U.S. population retain their old computers, unused electronic devices like laptops and printers, according to a recent CNET survey. This is mostly because they do not know how to dispose of these electronics correctly. The survey discovered that 19% of the U.S. population dispose of old devices in the garbage....
Electric vehicles (EVs) have been around for a while but over the past decade have become incredibly popular. Its surge in popularity could be thanks to Tesla’s transformation of EVs from niche products into mainstream cars. While they may be beneficial to the environment, EVs do not come without their problems. Unfortunately, not all EVs...
Many people at least once in their lifetime might suffer from acid reflux. Acid reflux is when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus. Symptoms include stomach cramps, indigestion, and heartburn. While milder instances of acid reflux can be resolved with antacid medication, severe cases may require a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). About 20% of...
A newly released report from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has found that spinach, a widely consumed vegetable in the U.S., now ranks highest for pesticide residue among all tested produce in 2025. The EWG’s annual “Dirty Dozen” list, which evaluates fruits and vegetables sold in grocery stores, aims to inform consumers about the types...
Beneath the Afar region’s vast landscape in Ethiopia, scientists have discovered a powerful geological force that is reshaping the continent. A 35-mile-crack known as the Dabbahu fissure was discovered in 2005 in the Afar region. This pulse emanates from molten rock surging upward from thousands of miles below ground. This geological heartbeat is gradually splitting...
As the price of groceries and everyday items rise amidst the Trump tariffs, consumers are soon to feel the pinch on their pockets. The Trump administration’s implementation of hefty tariff rates towards its foreign trade partners has triggered widespread retaliation from them. The U.S. now imposes tariffs ranging from 10% to 145% on various countries,...
The knee is the largest joint on the body and most prone to issues like injury. A puffy, stiff, or painful knee can limit mobility severely and is extremely painful. While exercise strengthens the knees, if you have a swollen knee it is advisable to consider the root issue. Chronic conditions and acute injuries warrant...
