Four UMass Amherst Scientists Elected to American Association for the Advancement of Science
Four University of Massachusetts Amherst faculty members have been elected Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science for the 2025 class. The honorees span agricultural biotechnology, primatology, materials chemistry, and educational technology, each recognized for transformative breakthroughs. Highlights include arsenic‑free rice, nickel‑extracting Camelina for soil remediation, stable perovskite solar cells, and AI‑driven intelligent tutoring systems. The fellowship underscores UMass Amherst’s multidisciplinary research strength.
The Utilisation of Endocrine and Immunotherapy: Retrospective Study at a Tertiary Hospital in South Africa
A retrospective study of 82 cancer patients at a Limpopo tertiary hospital found endocrine therapy used as first‑line or adjuvant treatment in 29.3% of cases, while immunotherapy was virtually absent, administered to only five patients overall. Significant associations emerged between...
Normative Values of Evans’ Index and Cranial Dimensions on Brain CT Scans: Age- and Sex-Related Variations in a Southeastern Nigerian...
A retrospective analysis of 676 normal cranial CT scans from a southeastern Nigerian hospital established age‑ and sex‑specific normative values for Evans’ Index (EI). The overall median EI was 0.28 with a 95 % range of 0.22–0.32, and EI rose steadily...
TENS Pulses Defeat Fibromyalgia Pain and Fatigue
A real‑world trial involving 384 fibromyalgia patients showed that adding transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) to standard outpatient physical therapy significantly lowered movement‑evoked pain and, uniquely, reduced fatigue. The PT‑TENS group experienced a 1.2‑point drop on a 0‑10 pain scale...
The One Type Of Bread You Should Never Order At A Jewish Deli, According To Katz's
Katz's Delicatessen, New York’s most iconic Jewish deli, only serves rye and club breads, explicitly discouraging white‑bread orders. Staff warn that requesting white bread invites mockery because it cannot support the deli’s massive, juicy pastrami piles. The bakery choices stem...
How to Define a Color. A Seemingly Simple Task Came to Require Scientific and Industrial — as Well as Aesthetic...
Kory Stamper’s “True Color” chronicles the century‑long struggle to pin down color in language. It follows chemist I.H. Godlove’s 1930s effort to translate emerging scientific systems such as Munsell’s into everyday dictionary entries. The book shows how World War I forced the...
ENSO, Ethanol, and the Physics of a Sugar Bull Market
A La Niña‑driven moisture deficit over Brazil’s Centre‑South cane belt is creating a bullish signal for raw sugar that has not yet been priced into markets. Brazil, which accounts for roughly 40% of global sugar exports, typically sees yields dip three...
Reba McEntire's 20 Best Songs, Ranked
Reba McEntire’s new "20 Best Songs" ranking showcases a four‑decade catalog that includes 24 No. 1 country hits, making her the most chart‑successful female artist after Dolly Parton. The list blends early traditional tracks, mid‑career power ballads, and a 2023 gospel single,...
Why You Need A Tile Heat Shield In Your Kitchen (And How To Install It Yourself)
A tile heat shield placed behind a stove or high‑heat appliance protects walls from discoloration, warping, and fire risk. The DIY guide recommends measuring the area, installing a cement backer board, leaving a one‑inch air gap, and using heat‑resistant ceramic...
#AAD26: Tanabe’s Phase 3 Win for Drug Targeting Rare Diseases that Cause Pain upon Light Exposure
Tanabe Pharma announced that its oral investigational drug achieved positive results in a pivotal Phase 3 trial for erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) and X‑linked protoporphyria (XLP), two ultra‑rare phototoxic disorders. The study met its primary endpoint of reducing light‑induced pain episodes and...
The Old-Fashioned Steak Recipe I Can't Get Enough Of
The Kitchn food editor Andrea Rivera Wawrzyn shares her favorite take on the classic Steak Diane, a pan‑seared steak finished with a rich mushroom‑shallot sauce deglazed with brandy and finished with cream. The recipe stresses flattening the steak, building flavor...
The Overlooked Pantry Staples Martha Stewart Adds Expiration Dates To
Martha Stewart recommends labeling every spice jar with either the purchase date or an estimated expiration date to keep flavor at its peak. Ground spices such as garlic powder remain aromatic for roughly three to six months, while whole seasonings...
How Trump Media Joined the Nuclear Industry’s Quest to Create a Star on Earth
Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) announced a $6 billion merger with private fusion firm TAE Technologies, aiming to bring commercial fusion development to public markets. The partnership will fund TAE's "Norm" reactor, a nickel‑chromium device designed to replicate stellar processes...
What the Legendary Bell Labs Can Teach Us About Innovation
Bell Labs celebrated its centennial in April 2025, marking a century of breakthroughs that shaped modern technology. Founded in 1925 and later moving to Murray Hill, the lab produced the transistor, laser, and information theory, among countless other innovations. Now...
Pinoys Craving for Crispier, More Flavorful French Fries
Filipino demand for French fries is accelerating, driven by a growing appetite for crisp, high‑quality fries and adventurous flavors. Imports rose 3.6% last year to roughly $235 million, making the Philippines the world’s 13th largest fry importer. Lamb Weston is positioning...
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9 Toxic Parenting Habits That Could Be Hurting Your Child’s Development (and What to Do Instead)
The article outlines nine toxic parenting habits that can damage a child’s emotional health and development, ranging from forcing children to choose parental sides to gaslighting and over‑control. It cites mental‑health professionals who explain how these patterns erode safety, self‑worth,...
HI-PEITHO: Catheter-Directed Therapy Bests Anticoagulation in Intermediate-Risk PE
The HI‑PEITHO trial showed that ultrasound‑facilitated, catheter‑directed fibrinolysis combined with heparin cuts the 7‑day composite risk of PE‑related death, cardiorespiratory decompensation or collapse by 61% versus anticoagulation alone. In 544 intermediate‑risk pulmonary embolism patients, the number needed to treat was...
Watch: ANTHRAX Plays Another Snippet Of Brand New Song, Including Lead Vocals, In Adelaide, Australia
Thrash legends Anthrax previewed a new, unreleased track during their March 25 show in Adelaide, Australia, while continuing a four‑date Australian tour. Drummer Charlie Benante revealed the band’s next album, their first since 2016’s “For All Kings,” has been postponed after...
Kanye West Features Fake Michael Jackson in New ‘Father’ Music Video With Travis Scott
Kanye West’s latest video for the track “Father,” from his album *Bully*, features Michael Jackson impersonator Fabio Jackson alongside Travis Scott. The visual depicts West in a church before an alien‑themed reveal, sparking online jokes about the MJ look‑alike. The release follows West’s...
Losing One of My Students Led Me to Reshape My Priorities at Home
A teacher’s day turned tragic when a student collapsed in the school auditorium, forcing the educator to confront the fragility of life. The incident shattered the teacher’s belief in control and prompted a profound shift in how she approaches parenting....
I've Been Sleeping on Tubi — the Best Horror Movie There Cost Nothing and It's Legitimately Great
Tubi’s free streaming catalog now includes the 2024 horror film *Lowlifes*, which critics praise for its clever blend of classic slasher tropes and modern class commentary. Directed by Tesh Guttikonda and Mitch Oliver, the 90‑minute indie production delivers theatrical‑level gore...
This Italian Cooking Show Has Aired For Over 30 Years - And It's Not On Food Network
Mary Ann Esposito’s "Ciao Italia" has aired on PBS for over three decades, making it America’s longest‑running cooking series. The show delivers complete, regionally focused Italian recipes in 30‑minute episodes, emphasizing dishes rarely seen on mainstream food channels. Esposito, a...
Prime Video's 2-Part Sci-Fi Western Series Is One of the Best on Any Streaming Platform
Prime Video’s two‑part series *Outer Range* merges neo‑Western storytelling with sci‑fi elements, delivering a time‑travel mystery across 15 episodes. Starring Josh Brolin, Lili Taylor, and Lewis Pullman, the show follows the Abbott family as they confront a black‑hole‑like anomaly and a...
CHARLIE BENANTE Wants Current PANTERA Lineup To Release Live Album, Addresses Pushback Over Band's Revival
Charlie Benante said he would love to release a live album documenting the current Pantera lineup—Phil Anselmo, Rex Brown, Zakk Wylde and himself—after mixed fan reactions to the band’s revival. He stressed the shows honor the legacy of the late...
Listening to Music for 24 Minutes May Ease Anxiety, Study Finds
Researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University discovered that a 24‑minute session of music combined with auditory beat stimulation (ABS) significantly reduces anxiety symptoms in adults already taking medication. In a randomized trial of 144 participants, the 24‑minute condition outperformed a 12‑minute...
Hayley Williams Kicks Off “Ego Death” Tour: Setlist + Video
Hayley Williams launched her first solo "Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party" tour in Atlanta, delivering the full 18‑song set from her third solo album and a Nina Simone cover. The performance featured a surprise guest appearance by Josh Scogin...
Jamie Oliver's Unexpected Topping Takes Pork Burgers To The Next Level
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver unveiled a pork‑burger recipe that crowns the patty with paper‑thin pear slices, salad greens, olive oil, and crumbled blue cheese. The Instagram Reel highlights the sweet‑savory balance, urging diners to load the burger with the pear...
Goodbye Messy Countertops – IKEA Just Launched a £15 Organiser that Will Save You Loads of Space
IKEA has introduced the NÅLBLECKA Corner Shelf, a two‑tier metal and bamboo organizer priced at £15 (about $19). The shelf fits snugly into countertop corners, turning unused space into vertical storage for spices, oils and other essentials. Its bamboo‑steel construction...
Clint Eastwood's Favorite Breakfast Isn't Your Typical Eggs And Bacon
Clint Eastwood, now 95, starts each day with salmon and brown rice instead of traditional eggs and bacon. The high‑protein, omega‑3 rich breakfast supports heart health, brain function, and stable blood sugar. Eastwood’s routine, highlighted by Men’s Health, reflects a...
Call Out to Volunteers to Take Part in Bug Survey
Buglife and Kent Wildlife Trust have launched the Bugs Matter citizen‑science survey, asking drivers in Kent, Surrey and Sussex to log insect collisions on their vehicle number plates. Early data show a staggering 59% decline in flying insects between 2021...
Paul McCartney Shines at Rare Underplay at Fonda Theatre
Paul McCartney delivered a rare underplay at Hollywood’s 1,200‑seat Fonda Theatre, playing to a sold‑out crowd on March 28, 2026. The intimate concert followed the release of a new single and the announcement of his first studio album in five...
Stranger In a Strange Land
The author examines dividend prospects in the children’s consumer space, noting that many pure‑play companies like The Children’s Place, Disney, Mattel and Carters have cut or suspended payouts. Hasbro’s shares have surged 51% but its dividend yield remains modest at...
‘Scary Fast’: Brave Man Flings a V8 Jeep Wrangler 392 Down a Snow Rally Stage
Wyatt Knox of Team O’Neil took a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Xtreme Recon, a 470‑horsepower V8 off‑roader, through a snow‑covered rally stage. Equipped with studded Nokian Hakkapeliitta tires, the Wrangler posted a respectable 2:26.34 on the 1.25‑mile course despite its...
‘Amen’ Again: Shaboozey & Jelly Roll Earn a Rare Multi-Week No. 1 Collab
Shaboozey and Jelly Roll’s duet “Amen” added a second week at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart, earning 32.1 million audience impressions, a slight 2 percent dip from the prior week. The track becomes only the 27th co‑billed song in chart history...
Meet The Matchatini Cocktail: Espresso Martini's Earthy Younger Cousin
The matchatini is a new cocktail that swaps the espresso martini’s coffee base for ceremonial‑grade matcha, creating an earthy, herbaceous profile. It combines whisked matcha, vodka, and a complementary liqueur—often white chocolate, triple sec, or amaretto—then shakes with ice and...
Who Cares About a Canadian on Artemis II? Asked by a Canadian…
Canada will see astronaut Jeremy Hansen fly on NASA's Artemis II lunar flyby in early April 2026, marking the first Canadian to orbit the Moon. The seat was secured through a barter tied to the Canadarm 3 contribution for the Lunar Gateway,...
The Audrey Hepburn-Approved Way To Upgrade Vanilla Ice Cream
Audrey Hepburn’s favorite indulgence was a simple scoop of vanilla ice cream drizzled with maple syrup, a dessert she enjoyed for its elegance and modesty. The article advises choosing between dark, robust or light, delicate maple syrup, chilling the serving...
When Your Phone Pings, It Hijacks Your Brain for 7 Seconds, Study Finds
A new study published in *Computers in Human Behavior* shows that smartphone notifications interrupt concentration for roughly seven seconds, regardless of content. Participants who believed the alerts were personal experienced even longer delays. The research, involving 180 university students performing...
Overlooked No More: Gertrude Chandler Warner, Author of ‘The Boxcar Children’
Gertrude Chandler Warner, the creator of the beloved "The Boxbox Children" series, is being honored after decades of obscurity. Her original 19 books, plus more than 200 ghost‑written titles, have sold over 80 million copies worldwide and remain in print. The...
Give Savory Yogurt a Chance
Raita, a spiced, savory yogurt from South Asia, is highlighted as a flavorful alternative to the sweet yogurts dominating the U.S. market. The article traces its Ayurvedic roots, describes its taste profile, and notes the slow but growing interest in...
The Key Ingredient That Makes Florida's Tarpon Springs Greek Salad Unique
Tarpon Springs, Florida, is home to a distinctive Greek salad that tucks a generous layer of creamy potato salad beneath traditional Mediterranean greens. The recipe was created by Greek‑American chef Louis Pappas in the 1920s after he first added the potato...
AMD HIP API Support Is Coming to Folding@Home Near You
Folding@Home announced that support for AMD's HIP API will roll out in the next few weeks. The addition will let AMD GPU owners run the project's protein‑folding simulations without needing NVIDIA hardware. HIP acts as a translation layer, converting CUDA‑based...
DMX on Whether or Not Rappers Should Be Role Models: ‘It’s Getting a Little Scary Now’
In a 2000 Spin interview, DMX explained his view of being a role model, emphasizing authentic, gritty storytelling over polished advice. He argued that his lyrics should reflect harsh realities and provide listeners with fundamental life lessons, not sugar‑coated messages....
Spatial Mapping Technique Allows Researchers to Understand Tumor Architecture
University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign researchers unveiled GIS‑ROTA, a Geographic Information System‑augmented spatial transcriptomics framework that visualizes biological pathway activity inside tumors. Applied to estrogen‑receptor‑positive breast cancer, the method exposed distinct spatial patterns differentiating primary from metastatic lesions and highlighted regions...
31 Comfort Food Recipes That Bring The Nostalgia
The article curates 31 classic comfort‑food recipes ranging from mac and cheese to apple cobbler, emphasizing simple preparation and nostalgic appeal. It highlights dishes that require minimal ingredients and time, making them accessible for home cooks seeking warmth on chilly days. Each...
Maná Proves Why It’s Rock en Español Royalty During Miami Stop of Vivir Sin Aire Tour
Maná’s Vivir Sin Aire tour landed in Miami with a sold‑out show, drawing nearly 20,000 fans to the Kaseya Center on March 27. The setlist spanned hits from the 1995 *Cuando Los Ángeles Lloran* album to classic anthems, highlighted by a...
New Issue of International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention Features Clinicians’ Guide on Cutting-Edge Dietary Interventions for Cancer, Menopause,...
The 13th International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine gathered over 200 clinicians in Washington, D.C., to examine dietary strategies for chronic disease management. Leading researchers highlighted plant‑based foods as protective against fatal prostate cancer, while low‑fat dairy showed a concerning...
BLAZE BAYLEY's Name Added To List Of IRON MAIDEN Members Nominated For ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Induction
Blaze Bayley, former Iron Maiden frontman, has been added to the band’s list of members nominated for the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class. This marks Iron Maiden’s third overall nomination after missed bids in 2021 and 2023....
Who Is That ‘Severance’ Star Playing in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’?
The latest trailer for Spider‑Man: Brand New Day reveals that actor Tramell Tillman will appear as William "Bill" Metzger, a character delivering cryptic warnings about an unseen danger. The clip hints at a mutant storyline, possibly tied to Sadie Sink’s yet‑to‑be‑named...
Brain Scans Reveal How Poor Sleep Fuels Negative Emotions in Alcohol Addiction
A new study in Drug and Alcohol Dependence examined 115 adults with alcohol use disorder (AUD) and found that poor sleep is strongly associated with heightened negative emotions, but not with craving or executive function. Functional MRI revealed that poor...