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Ever wondered how scientists can tell what's happening inside materials when they start to break? It's not always easy, especially when different types of damage happen at the same time. But a new method is making waves in the world of composite materials. This method uses something called acoustic emission (AE) signals. Think of it like a material's way of screamin...

Scientists have come up with a clever way to see tannic acid in drinks. They made tiny particles that glow in two colors: blue and orange. When these particles meet tannic acid, the orange glow fades, but the blue stays bright. This change helps them measure how much tannic acid is in a drink. The cool part is that these particles can show different colors. When the...

In Nigeria, a troubling trend of school kidnappings continues to escalate. Recently, 50 out of 303 students taken from a Catholic school in Niger state managed to escape. These kids, aged 10 to 18, found their way back to their families between Friday and Saturday. However, 253 students and 12 teachers remain in the hands of their abductors. Meanwhile, in Kwara stat...

In recent times, the political landscape has been anything but calm. The divide between Congress and the White House is growing, especially on crucial issues both at home and abroad. The Trump administration is currently in Geneva, discussing a 28-point plan to end the war in Ukraine. However, there are concerns that this plan might favor Russia over Ukraine. If Pres...

Doge, the "department of government efficiency, " seems to have vanished without much fanfare. This happened while it still had eight months left on its contract. The group was known for making big changes in federal agencies and letting go of many workers. Scott Kupor, the head of the office of personnel management (OPM), said Doge is no longer a "centralized entit...

The NFL weekend was packed with thrilling games and unexpected outcomes. The Dallas Cowboys made a stunning comeback against the Philadelphia Eagles, overcoming a 21-point deficit to win 24-21. This victory extended Dak Prescott's impressive home winning streak against NFC East opponents to 19 games. The Eagles, despite their early lead, struggled to maintain their o...

The Dallas Wings have done it again! They won the top spot in the 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery, giving them another shot at picking a star player. This is the second year in a row they've won the lottery, which is a big deal. Last year, they picked Paige Bueckers, who became the Rookie of the Year in 2025. Now, they get another chance to add a top player to their team. T...

Big banks are in a rush to figure out what happened after a hack hit a company that handles real estate data for loans and mortgages. The company, SitusAMC, is based in New York and works with about 1, 500 clients. They found out on November 12 that someone had broken into their systems. By November 15, they were telling customers that some of their account records a...

A growing number of employees are leaving the Justice Department. Some are resigning, others are being fired, and many are retiring. This wave of departures has reached over 5, 000 people since January. A group called Justice Connection is collecting and sharing the farewell messages of these employees. These messages reveal a lot about what's happening inside the d...

The Oregon Ducks made a strong statement in their recent game against the USC Trojans, securing a 42-27 victory at Autzen Stadium. This win has sparked a lot of discussion around the country, with many people talking about what it means for both teams. The Ducks showed impressive teamwork, balancing their running and passing plays well, even though they were missing...