Scientists are exploring new ways to keep our food fresh. One interesting discovery is using proteins from quinoa that can fight off bacteria. These proteins, called antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), were created by mixing different bacteria together. Out of all these AMPs, one called F1 was the supers
Santa Cruz Harbor, shaped like an hourglass, was built to protect boats. But recent storms have shown its weakness. The harbor suffered significant damage, with several docks broken and around 15 boats sinking. Repairs are estimated to cost at least $20 million, possibly more. Boat owners are being
The Belt and Road strategy has boosted infrastructure in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau's permafrost region. This means concrete there needs to be stronger and better at withstanding freezing temperatures. Researchers tested how concrete cured at different temperatures handles freezing and thawing cycles
Scientists have uncovered an interesting discovery: a compound from cannabis called CBD might protect kidneys from harm caused by certain traditional Chinese medicines. Let's break down how they figured this out. First off, there's a nasty substance called Aristolochic Acid I (AAI) in some traditio
Santa Cruz experienced a dramatic scene on Monday as a fierce storm wreaked havoc on its iconic wharf. Waves as high as 60 feet, part of the massive storm, caused a 150-foot section of the pier to crumble into the sea. The wharf, which was under renovation due to previous storm damages, saw several
Get ready, comedy fans! Netflix just dropped a Christmas treat, and it's been a long time coming. We're talking 28 years! The streaming giant revealed a trailer for a sequel to the 1996 comedy movie Happy Gilmore. The new film, titled Happy Gilmore 2, will feature the original cast, including Adam S
In a sobering verdict, an Amsterdam court sentenced five men to prison terms and community service for their roles in violent clashes during a soccer match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv. The November incident attracted global attention and raised concerns about antisemitism. The court found that
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz attempted to halt the release of a House Ethics Committee report on Monday, but his lawsuit fell short. Gaetz’s legal team argued that the report's release would harm his reputation and that he hadn't been notified or given due process. The committee published the report soon
The Santa Cruz Wharf in California got a rough wake-up call from a storm on a Monday. A chunk of the wharf gave way due to heavy surf from a major storm brewing in the Pacific Northwest. Two people fell into the ocean but were quickly rescued by lifeguards, while another person managed to swim to sa
Ever wondered how to shield your skin from the sun's harsh UVB rays? Meet penilumamide, a new superhero in the skincare world. This innovative SIRT1 activator, penilumamide, was tested in human HaCaT cells to see if it could combat the damages caused by UVB radiation. Scientists found that penilumam
