Tariffs on Chinese-made pharmaceuticals have raised concerns that they could lead to a shortage of ibuprofen, with 95% of the medication coming from China. The potential impact is significant, and some in the pharmaceutical industry fear it could worsen existing US drug shortages. Source: https://fortune.com/article/tariffs-threaten-pharmaceuticals-shortage-ibuprofen-china/
China has begun construction on a revolutionary underwater research station, 2,000 meters beneath the South China Sea. Scheduled to be operational by 2030, this “deep-sea space station” will rival the complexity of three International Space Stations, marking a significant leap in deep-sea exploration technology. Positioned strategically in the South China Sea, the station aims to … Read more
Researchers at Western University have discovered that individuals with cannabis use disorder (CUD) have elevated dopamine levels in brain regions associated with psychosis, regardless of schizophrenia diagnosis. The study used neuromelanin-sensitive MRI scans to identify areas of excess dopamine activity, visible as darker brain spots. The findings suggest accelerated dopamine-related aging in the brain, which … Read more
A University of Portsmouth physicist’s study reveals that gravity is the result of a computational process within the universe. Dr Melvin Vopson suggests that gravity may be caused by how information about matter is organised in the space. According to his findings, the universe tries to keep information tidy and compressed, pulling objects together like … Read more
A groundbreaking study published in the journal ACS Nano suggests that injecting gold nanoparticles into the retina and stimulating them with lasers could restore partial vision to millions of people suffering from retinal disorders such as macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa. Researchers at Brown University successfully tested this method on laboratory mice, restoring their vision. … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s administration is facing a stark economic reality, with its first official scorecard showing a contraction in the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). The data release comes after months of speculation about the state of the US economy under Trump’s leadership. The GDP report, released by the Commerce Department, showed that the … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery about the unique echidna, revealing that it evolved from a water-dwelling ancestor. According to a new study, the echidna’s powerful digging claws, protective spikes, and highly sensitive beaks were developed millions of years ago when its ancestors splashed through the water. Researchers found that the echidna’s thin bone walls … Read more
The Minnesota Timberwolves are poised to clinch a spot in the NBA Finals as they face off against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 at Crypto.com Arena. The Wolves hold a 3-1 series lead and will look to close out the Lakers on their home court, with a potential Game 6 back in Minnesota. … Read more
DC Studios’ highly anticipated action war movie Sgt. Rock has been cancelled, sources confirm. The film, directed by Luca Guadagnino and starring Colin Farrell as the titular character, was set to shoot in England this summer but will no longer move forward. The project had a strong script written by Justin Kuritzkes, which attracted interest … Read more
The Kentucky Derby, often regarded as the crown jewel of horse racing, has drawn attention away from younger generations who are less likely to visit the track. The event remains a great place for young people to learn about life skills, but its appeal is limited for fans outside Churchill Downs. For those attending a … Read more