Author: Matthew Reynolds

New evidence from analyzing ancient human DNA suggests a potential explanation for the high prevalence of multiple sclerosis in present-day northern Europeans.
Health Care

New evidence from analyzing ancient human DNA suggests a potential explanation for the high prevalence of multiple sclerosis in present-day northern Europeans.

Ancient genetic material sheds light on the reason why individuals of northern European descent are more susceptible to multiple sclerosis compared to other ethnicities. This can be attributed to the genetic inheritance from horse-riding cattle herders who migrated into the area approximately 5,000 years ago. The results are from a large study that compared current

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A higher number of grown-ups sought assistance for ADHD amid the pandemic, leading to a shortage of medication.
Health Care

A higher number of grown-ups sought assistance for ADHD amid the pandemic, leading to a shortage of medication.

The demand for ADHD medications among adults significantly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, contributing to ongoing shortages that are causing frustration for both parents and physicians. According to a study published in JAMA Psychiatry on Wednesday, there was a significant increase in the number of new prescriptions for stimulants, which are used to treat a

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According to a recent report, carbon emissions have decreased in the United States, but not at a sufficient rate to reach President Biden's 2030 target.
Science News

According to a recent report, carbon emissions have decreased in the United States, but not at a sufficient rate to reach President Biden’s 2030 target.

A new report reveals that greenhouse gas emissions, which can impact the climate, decreased by almost 2% in the United States in 2023, despite a growth in the economy. According to a report released on Wednesday by the Rhodium Group, an independent research firm, the decrease in emissions is seen as a positive development, but

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Biden’s aides weigh climate test for natural gas exports
Energy & Environment

Biden’s aides weigh climate test for natural gas exports

Environmental groups are pushing for the Biden administration to stop approving new LNG export projects altogether. | Martha Irvine/AP This story was first published on Politico Pro on January 8th. The Biden administration is initiating a reassessment that may slow down the rapidly expanding U.S. natural gas export industry. This action poses a potential conflict

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10 girls from North Carolina and 12 boys who play basketball have been chosen as nominees for the 2024 McDonald's All-American Games.
Sport

10 girls from North Carolina and 12 boys who play basketball have been chosen as nominees for the 2024 McDonald’s All-American Games.

Twenty-two high school basketball players from North Carolina, consisting of 10 girls and 12 boys, have been selected as nominees for the 2024 McDonald’s All-American Game. Coaches and athletic directors select nominees, which are then further narrowed down by the event directors. Both Charlotte Catholic and Panther Creek have two nominees for the girls’ game,

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