Tag: United States
Exploring the Fascination with Horses and Hypochondria: A Curious Investigation
Growing up around horses may not be a common experience for everyone, but the history of our relationship with these majestic animals is fascinating. Recent archaeological and genetic discoveries have shed new light on...
Addressing Disparities in C-Section Rates among Black and White Pregnant Individuals
Two pregnant people, one Black and one white, with identical medical histories and pregnancies, walking into the same hospital to give birth. They are seeing the same obstetrician. A study of births in New...
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Review: Best Affordable Fitness Tracker 2021
The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 is a budget-friendly fitness tracker that offers impressive features for its price point. With up to three weeks of battery life, a bright and easy-to-read display, and a lightweight...
Debate Over Restricting Children’s Social Media Use: Science Secretary’s Insights
The science secretary, Peter Kyle, has expressed his willingness to consider all options on the table regarding restricting social media for children under 16 if tech companies do not take action. He emphasized the...
Transitioning from Coal: The Leading Country Committed to Keeping Fossil Fuels in the Ground
Global climate talks are grappling with a significant challenge: the burning of oil, gas, and coal is a major contributor to climate change, resulting in devastating floods and more severe hurricanes. Despite this, the...
Exploring Science History Highlights from December 50, 100, and 150 Years Ago
In December of 1974, an interesting discovery was made in the realm of space science. Researchers found ethyl alcohol, a drinkable form of alcohol, in interstellar space. This discovery raised questions about the existence...
Banning Books: The Negative Impact on Children’s Education and Development
Censoring books and banning them from schools and libraries is a growing concern in many communities across the United States. Some organized conservative groups are targeting books on various topics such as health, climate...
Progress Towards Gender Equality: Global Overview and Analysis
The United Nations has been tracking progress towards global gender equality through various agencies and organizations. Despite some positive gains such as a decline in child marriage and increased representation of women in government,...
Next-Generation Antibiotics: How AI is Revolutionizing Drug Discovery
Antibiotic resistance is a significant problem worldwide, making infections harder to treat. Researchers usually identify genes that cause bacteria to be resistant to antibiotics through lab experiments. However, this process can be time-consuming and...
Reevaluating RFK Jr.’s Influence on American Public Health
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., a well-known vaccine skeptic, has been nominated by President Trump to head the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy's history of promoting pseudoscience and questionable health practices has...