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Crowd Rush at India's Kumbh Mela: What Went Wrong?

January 29, 2025

Early Wednesday morning, a crowd crush occurred at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, India. This happened when a barrier broke during a sacred day of the Hindu festival. Devotees were there to bathe in the holy waters of three rivers: the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Local officials s

science

Love Life and Longevity: How Mating Affects Predatory Mites

January 28, 2025

Ever wondered how mating impacts the lifespan and baby-making abilities of tiny predators? A recent study dived into the world of Phytoseiulus persimilis, a mighty mite that feasts on spider mites. Researchers looked at how often these mites get to mate, when they first do it, and how experienced th

education

Nurses in Paintings: A Historical Tale

January 28, 2025

Art historians took a deep dive into 39 iconic paintings depicting nurses from different time periods. These artworks span from the 17th century, starting in 1662, all the way to 1962. The study aimed to uncover how nursing has evolved by analyzing the depictions of nurses in these masterpieces. By

lifestyle

The Fascinating Plastic Surgery Journey of Bibi Bugatti

January 28, 2025

Meet Bibi Bugatti, a social media influencer who has spent a whopping $333, 000 on plastic surgery in just three years. Her journey started at 17 with lip fillers and Botox, and since then, she's had multiple procedures. Unfortunately, one of these procedures almost cost her life; she couldn't breat

science

How the Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus Tricks Plants

January 28, 2025

Ever heard of the tomato yellow leaf curl virus (TYLCV)? It's a big problem for tomato farmers worldwide, spread by tiny whiteflies called Bemisia tabaci. Scientists were curious about how this virus gets along so well with these insects. They found out that a protein in the virus, called C2, messes

health

Why Some Health Professionals Are Slow to Embrace Telemedicine

January 28, 2025

Telemedicine has transformed healthcare by allowing doctors and nurses to treat patients from afar, even after COVID-19 accelerated its use. However, not all healthcare workers are enthusiastic about it. There are concerns and policy hurdles that make some professionals hesitant. While many studies

entertainment

Jennifer Lopez’s Musical Dream Comes True at Sundance

January 27, 2025

In 2025, Jennifer Lopez saw her dream of starring in a musical finally come true at the Sundance Film Festival. She played Ingrid Luna in Kiss of the Spider Woman, a film adaptation of Manuel Puig’s novel directed by Bill Condon. The movie, set in a prison, tells the story of two cellmates, Valentín

health

Preventing Childhood Obesity: A Pre-Pregnancy Healthy Lifestyle Matters

January 26, 2025

Did you know that the number of people who are overweight has tripled worldwide since 1975? It's a big problem, especially because more than 40% of Danish women start their pregnancy overweight. This isn't good news, considering that childhood obesity rates are also on the rise. So, what can we do a

health

Helping Diabetes with High-Tech Care: A Hospital's New Approach

January 26, 2025

Handling type 2 diabetes isn't just about popping pills. It's about living healthier. That's why Zhang Ye People's Hospital tried something new. They used the Omaha System to help patients online. For five months, they split patients into two groups: those who got this new help and those who didn't.

lifestyle

Why Older French Men Flock to Thailand for Love and Life

January 26, 2025

Ever wondered why some older French-speaking guys choose Thailand as their new home? Well, it's not just about the sun and beaches. These men, often in their later years, are after a different kind of life. They start off enjoying the lively social scene and short-term relationships but, surprise, s