In a recent survey, a large number of Americans believe that democracy is in danger. Three out of four people think that politically motivated violence is a serious issue. This comes at a time when the country is deeply divided. The survey was conducted by Marist and included over 1, 300 adults. It
The Houston Rockets have been busy this offseason. They started by trading for Kevin Durant, a 15-time All-Star who will turn 37 in September. Durant had a solid season last year, averaging 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. The Rockets also signed Fred VanVleet to a two-year, $50 million deal an
The Oklahoma City Thunder have locked in their superstar, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, with a massive four-year, $285 million contract extension. This deal makes him the highest-paid player in NBA history on an annual basis. It's a big move that shows the Thunder are all in on building a winning team ar
In the heart of Iowa, a battle is brewing between farming and nature. Farmers have been draining wetlands to grow crops, but this has left birds that migrate in the spring with fewer places to rest. To tackle this issue, scientists are looking at how man-made wetlands can help. These wetlands are n
In the world of tech, tiny things are making big waves. Scientists have been playing around with mercury telluride (HgTe) nanocrystals. These tiny particles can be tuned to absorb different wavelengths of light, especially in the infrared (IR) range. This makes them super useful for creating afforda
Google is making big moves in the education world with its Gemini tools. These tools are now more accessible and packed with new features. One exciting addition is the ability for students to create their own quizzes. This is a game-changer for studying. Students can use Gemini Canvas to make person
Cerium oxide nanoparticles are making waves in the world of medicine. These tiny particles are special because they can switch between different states. This makes them super stable and easy to produce in large quantities. Making these nanoparticles is like a science experiment. Scientists use diff
Peach gum polysaccharides (PGP) are getting a lot of attention these days. But there's a problem: they're too big to use easily. Scientists found a way to break them down using an enzyme called xylanase. This made the PGP smaller and easier to work with. The new, smaller PGP, called enzyme-extracte
People often oppose climate policies even after they are implemented. This resistance can make it harder to tackle climate change effectively. To understand this better, researchers examined 27 climate policies in wealthy countries between 2009 and 2022. They gathered insights from experts and analy
Lubricants are super important in space tech. They keep things moving smoothly. But how do they act when gravity changes? That's what this study looked into. Scientists used fancy computer models to see how different gravity levels affect a common space lube called PAO. They found some cool stuff.
