Dr. Katsuhiko Ariga is a big name in the world of tiny things. He's turned 60, and his work has changed how we see and use nanotechnology. This is not just about making things small. It's about building them smartly. Ariga's work is like playing with building blocks. But these blocks are super tiny
In May 2025, a group of 140 bright minds from all over New Jersey came together at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. They were there for the annual spring meeting of the Theobald Smith Society. This wasn't just any meeting. It was a two-day event celebrating the amazing world of microbiology. The g
Israel's leaders are thinking about taking full control of Gaza. This hasn't happened in 20 years. They might do this even though other countries want them to stop fighting and make peace. The war in Gaza started when Hamas attacked Israel last year. Since then, there has been a lot of fighting. Is
Mozilla's Firefox is getting updates more often now. They're aiming to release a new stable version every six weeks. This faster pace means users will get new features and improvements more quickly. The latest Firefox Beta is out for testing on different platforms, including Linux. It's not just ab
In parts of the world where it's common, a virus called Epstein-Barr (EBV) is found in over 90% of people with a specific type of throat cancer. This virus, the first known human DNA tumor virus, can cause big changes in how our chromosomes are organized. When EBV interacts with human DNA, it can re
Ever wondered how kids figure out when to make a decision? It turns out, they have a kind of mental rule that helps them decide when they're sure enough to act. This rule is like a personal threshold, and it changes how they think about things. If the threshold is too low, kids might jump to conclus
Missionary artifacts have been quietly shaping museums and exhibits for years. Unlike objects seized through violence, these items often fly under the radar. Yet, they hold a unique place in history, tied to both faith and power. These collections aren't just random items. They carry complex storie
James Cook, the Buffalo Bills' star running back, skipped practice on Sunday, sparking speculation about his contract negotiations. Cook, who has been vocal about his desire for a new deal, stood on the sidelines in a white tracksuit, watching his teammates. The team chose not to comment on his abse
The Smithsonian has decided to refresh an exhibit at the National Museum of American History. This exhibit is all about U. S. presidents and their impeachment stories. The change comes after some people noticed that references to President Trump's impeachments were taken out last month. The Smithso
Imagine meeting beings from another planet. What would we talk about? Science, probably. It's the one thing that connects all life, no matter where it is in the universe. Human concerns like politics or social issues might not even make sense to them. They'd likely admire their own versions of great
