CULTURE

Nov 19 2024EDUCATION

What's Really on Trump's Education Agenda?

When Donald Trump steps back into the spotlight, schools across America are still feeling the aftershocks of the pandemic. Students are struggling to catch up academically, with learning loss and absenteeism being big issues. But Trump isn't just focused on boosting test scores. He's got his eyes se

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Nov 19 2024SCIENCE

Bridging the Gap: Crop Protection Research Through Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

In the past decade, the crop protection research world has seen a change. Major players in the global market are now joining hands with new and established research organizations. Together, they are bringing in fresh technologies and innovations to the farming community. The goal? To create safe and

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Nov 18 2024SCIENCE

Boosting Farm Fish with Biofloc: A Tale of Feed and Growth

Ever thought about replacing pricey fish feed with something cheaper and maybe even better? Well, scientists did just that with common carp (Cyprinus carpio var. Communis). They used a mix called biofloc to feed the little guys. Biofloc is like a special smoothie for fish, made from algae and bacter

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Nov 18 2024SCIENCE

Unlocking Stability in Triticale: New Methods for Drought Stress

Scientists have been busy making a new super crop called triticale. It's a mix of wheat and rye. The goal? To have a crop that can handle tough conditions, like drought. The study looked at 30 different types of this super crop in Iran from 2016 to 2020. They checked how well these plants handled di

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Nov 13 2024CELEBRITIES

South Korean Star Song Jae-lim Passes Away at 39

South Korean actor Song Jae-lim, who began his career in the entertainment industry in 2009, was tragically found dead in his Seoul apartment on Tuesday. He was just 39 years old. The actor's body was discovered by a friend who had made plans to meet him for lunch. Police investigating the case didn

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Nov 13 2024ENVIRONMENT

Weather Woes Drive Immigration: A Closer Look

Extreme weather events, like droughts and storms, are pushing people from Mexico to cross the border into the U. S. illegally. As climate change worsens, these weather patterns are making life tougher for farmers and anyone dependent on agriculture. Also, those who have migrated are less likely to r

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Nov 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Yale's New Course: Beyoncé's Impact on Music and Politics

Next semester, Yale University is offering a course all about Beyoncé. Yes, the famous singer! The class will dive into her music, especially her albums from 2013 to 2023, and explore how she's influenced social and political thinking. Professor Daphne Brooks wants students to understand how Beyoncé

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

The Hidden Workforce: How Deportations Could Hit U. S. Food Supply

Imagine driving through California's beautiful valleys, where each town proudly displays its specialty crop. Strawberries in Watsonville, garlic in Gilroy – you get the idea. These crops are the backbone of America's food supply. But here's a secret: many of the hands picking and packing these fruit

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Nov 12 2024ENVIRONMENT

Two Kinds of Trouble: Weeds Outsmarting Farmers

Imagine a plant like Palmer amaranth. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and has roots that spread like crazy. This unwanted plant, a relative of water hemp, is causing headaches for farmers. Why? Because it's become resistant to nine different kinds of weed killers. That's right, nine! Patrick Tranel,

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Nov 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Wale Brings Back Gifted Week to Celebrate DMV's Art and Culture

Get ready for November, because Wale is bringing his "Gifted Week" back to the DMV! This yearly shindig is all about celebrating the amazing talent, music, and culture that makes D. C. , Maryland, and Virginia so special. From November 10 to November 17, 2024, Wale and his team at EQT are putting on

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