A significant breakthrough has occurred in the field of bioengineering. For the first time, scientists have created a realistic model of human bone marrow using only human cells. This achievement could revolutionize research, particularly in areas like blood cancer studies and drug testing, by reducing the need for animal models. The bone marrow, often called the bo...
CrashPlan and Microsoft are teaming up to make data protection stronger and more efficient. This isn't just a small update; it's a big step forward in how they work together. They're focusing on making sure that data in Microsoft 365 is safe, easy to recover, and follows all the rules. CrashPlan's backup system is built right into Microsoft Azure. It works seamlessl...
The European Union (EU) is once again flexing its regulatory muscles, this time turning its attention to the cloud computing services provided by Amazon and Microsoft. The European Commission (EC) has kicked off three separate investigations to see if these tech giants should be labeled as "gatekeepers" under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA). The twist here is that...
The U. S. government is preparing to reveal plans to support farmers facing financial struggles. These challenges stem from a mix of low crop prices and trade issues, particularly with China. Farmers have seen a significant drop in soybean sales, as China turned to other countries during trade negotiations. The government had initially planned to announce a substant...
The U. S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a repeal of a contentious Senate rule. This rule lets senators sue the government for $500, 000 if their phone records are checked without notice. The vote highlights growing divisions within the Republican Party. The rule in question was quietly added to a larger bill that recently ended a lengthy government shut...
Cleveland has been testing a high-tech tool called ShotSpotter to detect gunshots. This system is supposed to help police respond quickly to gunfire. Researchers from Cleveland State University looked into over 87, 000 alerts from ShotSpotter. They also talked to people living in the area and police officers. They found that ShotSpotter is good at spotting gunfire an...
Pitaya, the striking pink fruit, is gaining attention for more than just its looks. It's loaded with powerful compounds like polyphenols and betacyanins, which act as defenders against harmful elements in the body. But can it really enhance workouts? A recent study on mice suggests it might. The experiment involved four groups of mice: one that did nothing, one that...
Many famous people enjoy gambling. They visit casinos often. Some are very good at it. Others lose a lot of money. But they all seem to love the excitement. Ben Affleck is one of them. He is great at blackjack. He even won a poker championship. Casinos sometimes ask him to leave because he is too good. Matt Damon also loves poker. He played it in a movie. After tha...
In Ogden, a creamery known for its raw milk products recently became the target of vandalism. The incident, which took place at Milk Barn Creamery's Ogden location, involved offensive graffiti on the storefront. The message was a clear protest against the sale of raw milk, a product that has sparked debate due to its safety concerns. Milk Barn Creamery, founded by t...
The Buffalo Bills are dealing with a few key players being out for their upcoming game. Dalton Kincaid, their tight end, won't be playing due to a hamstring injury. This is the second game in a row he'll miss. Coach Sean McDermott confirmed this on a radio show. Kincaid hasn't practiced all week, so it's no surprise he's out. With Kincaid sidelined, Dawson Knox and ...