Scientists at the National Institutes of Health and the University of Alabama at Birmingham found a link between graying hair in mice and the activation of the innate immune system. Specifically, the authors of the study identified a connection between genes associated with hair color and genes that sound the alarm in the event of...

Swedish authorities arrested a seventy-year-old woman this week. Why? Apparently, she has been holding her son captive in their apartment for nearly thirty years. Man Locked in Apartment According to the Stockholm police, one of the man’s relatives discovered him in the apartment last month when his mother was in the hospital. The family member...

Although they seem vastly different, the human brain and the universe actually have a surprising amount in common. Scientists have demonstrated this before, in an image that occasionally makes its rounds on the internet. The photo shows a human neuron and a simulated galaxy cluster. Side-by-side, the two look shockingly alike [1]. Two scientists from...

We have been sending both animals and humans alike into space for decades to help us discover and understand more about the fascinating solar system that surrounds us. But scientists want to learn about more than just the stars and planets. One of the most prominent questions scientists are asking is: “What happens to the...

Artificial intelligence (AI) has proved to be a useful ally in the battle against antibiotic resistance. A powerful antibiotic that’s even able to kill superbugs has been discovered thanks to a machine-learning algorithm  Researchers from MIT used a novel computer algorithm to sift through a vast digital archive of over 100 million chemical compounds and spot those that...

Every now and then, the Internet “discovers” something you just sort of assumed everyone knew.  Like, for example, that pufferfish inflate themselves with water and not air. It seems logical that people would assume that fish – which famously remain underwater when they are not dead – fill up with water when they inflate themselves.  But apparently vast swathes...

Most people have heard of the dangers of encountering venomous animals in the wild—specifically, snakes and spiders. However, one particular spider, the black widow, may not be as lethal as previously believed. Yet, it’s still a bad idea to encourage them to bite because the effects can be long-lasting. Either way, a YouTube channel popular...

In the realm of photography, the human body serves as an inexhaustible wellspring of fascination and intrigue. Through the lens of talented photographers, ordinary moments morph into extraordinary spectacles, unveiling the wondrous intricacies of our corporeal existence. These 33 wild photos of the human body encapsulate a mesmerizing array of shapes, textures, and emotions, inviting...

Medications play a vital role in managing various health conditions, alleviating symptoms, and improving overall well-being. However, it’s important to be aware that even commonly used medications can have side effects – good, bad, and ugly. In this article, we will explore some popular medications and their potential side effects, including positive effects, negative effects,...

Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by progressive memory loss, cognitive decline, and changes in behavior. While the exact cause of Alzheimer’s is still not fully understood, a recent study has shed light on a potential rare mode of transmission that links Alzheimer’s with certain...

“How to love yourself” is a popular topic among self-help communities. Self-love is touted to strengthen relationships, improve quality of life, and increase feelings of happiness. However, it’s so much easier said than done. There are many habits and personality traits that hold us back, and they are hard to break. On the journey to...

When Kevin Alter was 17 and in high school, he got mixed up with the wrong crowd and tossed into a life of self-destruction. He couldn’t stop himself after the first time he sniffed cocaine, and it became a habit that led him into the black hole he was to be in for many years...