The T. rex, the mighty king of dinosaurs, took its time to grow up. Scientists have known for a while that these giants lived up to 30 years. But now, new research shows that they took even longer to reach their full size. It turns out, the T. rex was a slow grower, taking around 35 to 40 years to b
The U. S. government has a history of investing in university research, which has led to groundbreaking discoveries. One such success story is the development of HIV treatments. However, a recent proposal by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick could jeopardize this progress. Lutnick argues that taxpa
Data is like a puzzle piece. It can be used to solve big problems. But what if researchers keep their data to themselves? Progress slows down. That's why the National Cancer Institute (NCI) created the Paul Fearn Award. It celebrates researchers who share their data openly. This is not just about sh
Dr. Toby Kiers, a leading evolutionary biologist, has been awarded the prestigious Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. This honor is often called the "Nobel Prize for the Environment. " At the same time, her non-profit organization, SPUN, is launching a new project called "Underground Advocat
Apple Arcade is set to expand its game library with some exciting new additions. Four new games will be available starting February 5, offering a variety of gaming experiences. One of the highlights is Sid Meier’s Civilization VII Arcade Edition, a strategy game that lets players build and manage th
Greenland, the world's largest island, is losing its ice at an alarming rate. This isn't just a problem for Greenland. It's a problem for everyone. The ice in Greenland is melting because the Earth is getting warmer. This is happening because people are burning too much coal, oil, and gas. These thi
Steve Bisciotti, the owner of the Baltimore Ravens, is on the hunt for a new head coach. This is a big deal because it's the first time in nearly 20 years that the team is looking for a new leader. Bisciotti has been talking about the process and seems really interested in coaches who have had a sho
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has made a surprising U-turn. They decided to bring back workers who were recently fired from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). This agency plays a big role in keeping workers safe, especially those in risky job
A new surf spot is coming to Washington County, Utah. It's called Zion Shores. This place will have man-made waves, just like the ocean. The waves will be perfect every time. No waiting for the right wave. No guessing. Just perfect waves. But there's a problem. Utah is dry. Very dry. Water is preci
In space, things don't work the same as they do on Earth. This is especially true for tiny creatures like viruses and bacteria. A recent study looked at how these microbes act in the International Space Station (ISS). The findings show that in space, viruses might take longer to infect bacteria. Thi
