Meet the yeast, Aureobasidium pullulans, a tiny creature from the vast open ocean. This yeast has a unique ability: it can switch between growing as single cells and forming long, thread-like filaments. Scientists have been trying to understand what causes this change in shape. A recent study found
Over the last weekend, the musical Wicked shocked everyone by outperforming the action movie Gladiator II at the box office. Wicked raked in $114 million, while Gladiator II earned $55. 5 million. This was a big deal because Gladiator II is a sequel to a popular movie, and it cost a lot to make. Des
Former President Donald Trump recently announced his intention to impose significant tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. He plans to hit all products from these countries with a 25% tariff, specifically targeting Canada and Mexico. Additionally, he proposed an extra 10% tariff on Chin
For decades, Hollywood has tried to recreate the magic of "The Wizard of Oz" on the big screen. With the upcoming release of "Wicked, " starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, the industry hopes to finally capture the essence of L. Frank Baum's beloved Oz series. However, the journey has been anyt
Ever faced an issue where machines acted up, but the data didn't give clear answers? Researchers have come up with a clever method called multi-adversarial domain adaptation. This system uses three networks to tackle machine problems. The first network grabs features from the data, while the second
Have you ever wondered how professional singers judge their own voices? The Evaluation of the Ability to Sing Easily (EASE) helps them do just that. Recently, researchers set out to adapt this tool for Turkish singers. They wanted to see if the Turkish version, known as EASE-TR, could be just as eff
Universal's "Wicked" is casting a spell worldwide, projected to rake in around $165 million in its opening weekend. The majority of this comes from North America, with an estimated $117 million, while the international box office contributes about $48 million. This debut makes "Wicked" the biggest o
Every time you crack open a macadamia nut, you're left with a peel that might seem like trash, but it's actually a treasure trove of beneficial substances. Scientists have discovered that these peels are rich in polysaccharides and other bioactive compounds, like phenols and flavonoids. So, what's t
Ever heard of bacteria that love the cold? Meet Poseidonibacter antarcticus SM1702. This tiny microbe has developed some pretty amazing survival strategies to cope with Antarctica's freezing temperatures. Researchers discovered that when the thermometer drops, this bacterium increases its protein pr
Did you know that a small group of people, about 7% of the world's population, live above 1500 meters? These highland dwellers might have a secret to winning endurance races at sea level. In the 2020 Olympics, a surprising 67% of medalists in the marathon and 100% in the 5000-meter race come from th
