When plants get attacked by bugs, they release special smells called herbivore-induced plant volatiles (HIPVs). Scientists wanted to know if these smells help or hurt certain insect larvae. Using two kinds of moth pests, the fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) and the tobacco cutworm (S. litura),
Ever wondered how hot air affects nectarines after they're picked? Scientists treated nectarines with hot air at 40°C for 4 hours and stored them at 1°C for 35 days. They noticed some interesting changes. The nectarines stayed firm longer, lost less weight, and didn't brown as much inside. This mean
Ever wondered how tiny creatures like fruit fly larvae get a sudden burst of energy to move around? Scientists have found that when these larvae, known as Drosophila, are hungry, their nervous system kicks into high gear. A type of neuron called type II octopaminergic motor neurons (MNs) starts firi
The upcoming Marvel Rivals Season 1 is bringing big changes to the game's heroes. Some heroes, like Hulk and Hela, are getting nerfs to make them less overpowered. Meanwhile, others, such as Captain America and Cloak & Dagger, are getting buffs to make them stronger. This should make the game more b
The citrus industry is under threat from various post-harvest diseases, including green mold, sour rot, and blue mold. These diseases are caused by pesky fungi like Penicillium digitatum and Penicillium italicum, among others. The problem? Traditional fungicides harm the environment. So, scientists
Get ready for a big surprise in the world of Marvel Rivals! A sneaky leak from China suggests that NetEase's popular third-person shooter game is about to add the Fantastic Four to its lineup. That's right, Mister Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and Thing could be joining the action as soon
There's a growing interest in functional mushrooms as people look for natural ways to stay healthy. These mushrooms are special because they have properties that can boost health beyond just giving us nutrients. The problem is, they don't last long after they're picked. This is where non-thermal pre
Carvana, a used-car retailer, saw its stock prices drop recently after a short-seller firm called Hindenburg Research released a report. This report accused Carvana of some serious financial issues. The company was once on the brink of bankruptcy but made a strong comeback, impressing investors and
Hindenburg Research has taken a stand against Carvana, the online used car retailer, claiming that its recent turnaround is not as solid as it seems. On Thursday, Hindenburg revealed that it has bet against Carvana, stating that the company's improved results and cost-cutting measures are being supp
Gear up, racing fans! The legendary Kevin Harvick is zooming back into action in 2025. After winning the NASCAR Cup Series in 2014 and notching 60 victories, Harvick is gearing up for a super exciting return. He'll be jumping into the Super Late Model field at the SPEARS CARS Tour West season opener
