New Jersey is bracing itself for the return of spring allergies, with some experts predicting a relatively mild season despite frigid and dry conditions over the past three months. The mostly dry winter may produce less pollen from trees, which could lead to an early end to the allergy season. However, Dr. Catherine Monteleone, director … Read more
A new study published in The Lancet has found a significant link between diabetes during pregnancy and an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. Researchers, who conducted a meta-analysis of 202 studies involving over 56 million pregnancies, discovered that children born to mothers with diabetes … Read more
If you’re trying to access certain content but being told that it’s not available in your region, there are a few reasons why this might be happening. Firstly, content restrictions are put in place by the website or service provider to comply with local laws and regulations. This is often done to prevent users from … Read more
At least 50 hippos and other large animals have died after being poisoned by anthrax in Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The park’s director, Emmanuel de Merode, said the cause of the poisoning is unknown, but tests confirmed the presence of anthrax. The animals’ bodies were found floating along the Ishasha … Read more
Investment bank TD Cowen has lowered its price target for Nvidia (NVDA) stock to $140 from $175, but maintained a Buy rating. The chip maker is expected to benefit from strong technology and a positive long-term outlook. TD Cowen notes that Nvidia’s top line has been growing rapidly, and the upcoming launch of GB200-based NVL72 … Read more
NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) has seen its stock performance affected by President Donald Trump’s new tariff regimes, which have been introduced under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The tariffs imposed on nearly all countries and territories, with rates expected to escalate higher, could impact US tech companies. Investment firms Wedbush and Bernstein have expressed concerns … Read more
The popular HBO show “The Last of Us” has sparked debate on whether its fictional Cordyceps infection could happen in real life. The answer is highly unlikely, but the fungus from which it’s based is very real. Cordyceps, also known as the “zombie ant fungus,” infects insects and takes control of their nervous system, forcing … Read more
US President Donald Trump is set to host direct talks with Iranian officials in Oman this weekend, aiming to strike a new nuclear deal on more favorable terms. The move comes as tensions between the two nations remain high, and global economic instability looms. Trump’s withdrawal from the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) … Read more
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Dental Medicine have developed chewing gum made from lablab beans that neutralizes influenza and herpes simplex virus transmission. The study, published in Molecular Therapy, shows promise for a new tool to mitigate infection spread through the oral cavity. The researchers tested a clinical-grade version of the gum, … Read more
The 89th Masters is just around the corner, and while golf fans know the basics of the tournament, there are many surprising traditions that make the event unique. From caddie bibs to crystal glassware, here are ten facts you might not know about Augusta National. Caddies at the Masters wear white jumpsuits with numbered bibs, … Read more