Rubidium is a valuable element found in salt-lake brines, but extracting it has been a tough job. The usual methods aren't great at picking out rubidium from other stuff like sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. But now, there's a new trick: using a special material with lots of sulfonic acid
Non-lethal weapons are meant to control people without killing them. But sometimes, they can still hurt or even kill if used too close. So, a new kind of projectile was made. It's called a frangible projectile. It's small, about 18. 4 mm, and it's made of a special plastic called PMMA. Inside, it ha
In the bustling streets of 1950s New York, a young man named Marty Mauser dreams big. He's not your average guy; he's got a sharp tongue, a quick wit, and a talent for ping pong that he believes will take him to the top. Marty is confident, maybe even a bit arrogant, but he's got a point to prove. H
The New England Patriots are set to face the New York Giants, a team that, on paper, seems less formidable. With a 10-2 record, the Patriots are in a strong position, while the Giants are struggling at 2-10 and out of playoff contention. However, the Giants have shown they can compete, especially on
A federal appeals court made a big decision. They said Alina Habba can't be the acting U. S. attorney in New Jersey. She used to be President Trump's personal lawyer. The court said her appointment was not right. They think she broke a law called the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. Three men facing c
Giraffes, those tall and graceful creatures, have always fascinated scientists. But there's one thing about them that hasn't gotten much attention: their milk. Specifically, what happens to it as they wean their calves. Milk changes as a mother's body prepares to stop producing it. This is true for
Whitney Leavitt is stepping into the spotlight on Broadway. She's joining the cast of Chicago, a musical that's been running for ages. Whitney will play Roxie Hart, a role that's all about drama and dance. She starts on February 2, 2026, and will be there for six weeks. Whitney is no stranger to th
Crypto prices have been dropping fast. Bitcoin, the most famous one, fell below $85, 000. This is a big deal because it was worth over $126, 000 just a few weeks ago. That's a loss of about a third of its value in just eight weeks. It's not just Bitcoin. Other crypto-related companies are also feel
Science is more than just numbers. Yet, many people judge the value of scientific work by a single figure: the impact factor. This number rates journals, but it doesn't tell the whole story. It's like judging a book by its cover. It's time to think critically about what really matters in science. A
Cynthia Erivo's brave act of protecting Ariana Grande from an aggressive fan has sparked a wave of online criticism. The incident, which occurred during the Wicked: For Good premiere in Singapore, saw Erivo swiftly intervening and shielding Grande from the unexpected confrontation. However, instead
