Eucalyptol, a compound found in plants, shows promise in fighting E. coli O157:H7, a harmful bacteria. This bacteria can make people sick and is a big problem in food safety. Scientists wanted to see if eucalyptol could be a safer alternative to traditional antibacterial agents. First, they tested
Unicoin, a cryptocurrency founded by Alex Konanykhin and Silvina Moschini, is making waves in the crypto world. After a big vote on December 5, shareholders gave the green light to a major change. They agreed to turn Unicoin into a decentralized, community-run asset. This move is a smart strategy to
In a major shake-up, the Oscars are making a big move. Starting in 2029, the famous awards show will leave ABC and head to YouTube. This shift shows how streaming is taking over from traditional TV. Taxes are changing too. President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill, " passed in July, has new rules a
Britain is making a U-turn. After leaving the Erasmus program during Brexit, it's now planning to rejoin in 2027. This decision is seen as a big win for young people, giving them a chance to study abroad without extra costs. But there's a catch. The UK will pay £570 million for the 2027/28 academic
The nuclear power industry is buzzing with excitement. A new program, backed by the Trump administration, aims to fast-track the construction of advanced nuclear reactors. The goal? Have at least three test reactors running by July 4, 2026. This is a big deal because it's a shift from the usual slow
In a move to tackle growing tensions, police in London and Manchester are taking a firm stance against certain protest chants. They've made it clear that anyone chanting "globalise the intifada" or carrying related signs could face arrest. This comes after recent violent incidents, including a shoot
Drought is a big problem for wheat crops. But what if wheat could learn from its parents to handle dry conditions better? Scientists found that when wheat plants go through drought during a key growth stage, their offspring become more resilient. This is called intergenerational plasticity. The stu
The Arctic is changing fast. It's not just about polar bears and icebergs anymore. The Arctic is like the Earth's air conditioner. When it warms up, the whole planet feels it. Scientists have been keeping an eye on the Arctic for 20 years. They've noticed some big changes. The last decade was the h
California's climate change efforts are often praised, but are they truly effective? The state's cap and trade program, now called Cap and Invest, has been criticized as a "backdoor tax. " However, it's important to note that this program does cap emissions, reducing them by about 5% each year. Cri
The Trump administration has set its sights on a major change in the world of weather and climate research. The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Colorado might soon see a big shake-up. Russ Vought, the head of the Office of Management and Budget, shared this news on X. He said the
