Arms Embargoes Impacts on Global Small Arms Trade
Have you ever wondered how countries try to control the flow of weapons into conflict zones? One primary method is through arms embargoes, which are essentially trade bans that prevent… Read More
Next Week in Science, August 9th, 2024
Up here in the northeast, we’re getting rain—the remnants of Debbie. It’s going to be several inches today, along with some heavy winds, so for my neighbors, stay safe. Here’s… Read More
Fighting Rabies: From Pasteur’s Breakthrough to Modern Vaccines
Rabies, a deadly viral disease transmitted through animal bites, has haunted humanity for centuries. But thanks to scientific advances, particularly in the field of vaccines, we now have powerful tools… Read More
How Angry Customers Can Harm Businesses
Imagine you’ve had a terrible experience with a company. Perhaps your order was late, or maybe you received awful customer service. What would you do? Would you shrug it off,… Read More
Cicadas!
Where I live wasn’t part of the Brood X shenanigans earlier this year. Instead, we generally get cicadas yearly toward the back end of the summer. That’s one thing I… Read More
Understanding Suicidal Ideation in South Korea’s Elderly
In South Korea, the elderly population faces particularly high rates of suicide, making it a significant public health concern. To tackle this issue, researchers are exploring innovative ways to predict… Read More
Emails or Direct Mail? Which Works Best?
Imagine you’re walking to your mailbox, and among the usual bills and flyers, you find a colorful brochure from your favorite beauty store. Later, while checking your emails, you see… Read More
Catching Hidden Faults
Belt conveyors are a staple in industries ranging from manufacturing to mining. These machines efficiently move large quantities of materials over long distances. However, the conveyor’s numerous rollers are prone… Read More
Come Up Screaming
Warning: This article has a pretty graphic image. The Mysterious Case of the Screaming Mummy When most people think of mummies, they picture serene, almost peaceful faces wrapped in linen…. Read More
The Mystery of Vanishing Surnames
Have you ever wondered if your surname could disappear? It sounds like the stuff of fiction, but it’s a real phenomenon. Since 1901, about 200,000 surnames have vanished from England… Read More