Seven & I Holdings, the company behind the 7-Eleven convenience stores, is making big moves. The Japanese company has just appointed its first foreign CEO, Stephen Dacus. This move comes after a tough six months. During this time, the company faced a massive $47 billion takeover bid from Canadian co
Newtown's Board of Finance had a busy night. They gathered to greenlight a bunch of big-ticket items for the town's schools and infrastructure. The total cost? A whopping $15 million. The meeting kicked off at 7:33 p. m. in the Council Chambers. Everyone was there except for Janette Lamoure
DNA nanostructures are usually built using heat and magnesium. But what if you could build them at room temperature with different ions? Scientists have shown that DNA structures can form at constant temperatures, from 4°C to 50°C, using various ions. This means you can create DNA shapes and even 3D
Ever wondered how to make big, efficient catalytic electrodes without breaking the bank? Researchers have found a way to do just that. They've figured out how to make meter-scale catalytic electrodes using stuff that's already out there and easy to get. This new method uses flexible, size-a
Meta, the company behind popular social media platforms, is diving headfirst into the world of AI chips. Why? To save a ton of money. The costs of AI infrastructure are skyrocketing, with Meta's AI costs alone expected to hit $65 billion. This is a massive amount of cash, and it's part of a much lar
The United States is set to impose hefty tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. This move, led by the president, aims to protect domestic metal producers. The tariffs, set at 25% for steel and aluminum, could significantly impact American companies that rely on these metals. Automakers, construction
Trump's recent threats of steep tariffs against Canada sent shockwaves through the market on Tuesday. Investors were left in a state of confusion. Stocks initially dropped sharply before recovering some losses by the end of the day. The S&P 500 index hit a low point, falling 1. 5 percent before c
Screen time among teens has been a hot topic for over a decade. Parents, teachers, and health experts have been concerned about the amount of time young people spend glued to screens. The big question is: How does family structure play a role in this? Surprisingly, there hasn't been much research
Dupuytren's Contracture (DC) is a condition that slowly tightens the tissue under the skin of the palm. This can make it hard to move fingers and affect daily life. A recent study looked at how much people in Saudi Arabia know about this condition. The study involved 713 people from all ove
In India, the dairy industry is massive. It's the world's top producer and consumer of dairy products. But there's a hidden problem. Antibiotics are often misused, leading to antibiotic resistance. This isn't just a problem for cows; it's a public health issue. Farmers, farm workers, and even the en
