You might be surprised to learn that certain chemicals can boost the efficiency of solar cells. One such chemical is benzothiadiazole, often shortened to BT by scientists. Researchers have been experimenting with BT-based polymers to enhance solar cell performance, but success has been hit or miss.
Ruben Amorim, the coach of Manchester United, has expressed his frustrations with Marcus Rashford's recent behavior. The forward has not been part of the last three matchday squads due to some poor decisions off the field. Rashford has admitted that he is looking for a new challenge, and United is r
Imagine biting into your favorite cracker, but instead of the usual grease, it's packed with health benefits? Scientists have pulled off a clever trick by swapping out water and soybean oil with a nanoemulsion from chia mucilage. The result? Crackers with a staggering 73. 2% less fat, yet they taste
Depression is becoming more common in young people between 13 and 17. It's crucial to find ways to help them that are as effective as, if not better than, traditional therapies or drugs. One approach that might work is getting them to exercise more. However, there's a lack of strong evidence showing
The U. S. Senate recently passed a bill to raise Social Security payments for many retired public service workers. This includes teachers, firefighters, police officers, and other state and local employees. The bill will end long-standing cuts to their benefits, but it may add $195 billion to federa
Echinococcosis is a nasty disease caused by parasites. In China, a medicine called albendazole is given for free to people with this disease under a government program. This study aims to see how well people are taking their medicine and how effective it is. By doing this, we hope to boost the numbe
Vinegar has a long history, but lately, apple cider vinegar is the star. It can fight off harmful bacteria, control blood sugar, and even aid in weight loss. But there's a catch – it should be used wisely. Let's talk about what it is first. Apple cider vinegar, or ACV, comes from fermenting apples,
Imagine waiting in line at Costco for a hot dog, thinking it's just another Tuesday night. That's exactly what Falcons' rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was doing when his life took a sudden turn. Head coach Raheem Morris gave him a call, naming him the team's new starting quarterback. Penix Jr.
You might be pondering if living in a city could impact your health, especially when it comes to heart and metabolic diseases. Recent research looked into the lives of 4, 640 adults from Bulgaria's five largest cities—Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Burgas, and Ruse. Surprisingly, residents who lived near pa
Bridge Industrial, a Chicago-based developer, is pushing for a major commercial project in Burr Ridge, Illinois. The plan involves transforming the old CNH Industrial site on Veterans Boulevard into seven new buildings. However, not everyone is on board. A village advisory committee has expressed co
