Rubidium is a valuable element found in salt-lake brines, but extracting it has been a tough job. The usual methods aren't great at picking out rubidium from other stuff like sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. But now, there's a new trick: using a special material with lots of sulfonic acid
New Jersey's health department is sticking to its guns. They want all newborns to get the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth. This decision comes as a federal panel, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , is thinking about changing the rules. Seven states, including New Jersey, have teamed up. Th
Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy condition. It happens when blood vessels in the placenta don't work right. This can lead to high blood pressure and other problems. Scientists think a protein called Thrombospondin-1 (THBS1) might be involved. THBS1 is a big molecule in the body. It usually helps
Non-lethal weapons are meant to control people without killing them. But sometimes, they can still hurt or even kill if used too close. So, a new kind of projectile was made. It's called a frangible projectile. It's small, about 18. 4 mm, and it's made of a special plastic called PMMA. Inside, it ha
A. I. is taking over college campuses. More and more students are picking A. I. over traditional computer science. This trend is clear at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Over 3, 000 students signed up for a new A. I. and cybersecurity program. That is a lot of students! At the University
North Korea's government claims it has won its fight against religion, but a recent report tells a different story. A survey of defectors found that almost everyone agrees: practicing religion openly is impossible. The country is officially atheist, but its constitution says people can believe what
Tennessee, known for its strong Republican base, is currently the center of attention for a special House election. The event has drawn significant interest from high-profile Republicans, including Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump. Their involvement highlights the importance of
The White House is decked out for the holidays, showcasing a theme that emphasizes the warmth and unity of home. This year's decorations, chosen by the first lady, are a mix of classic and creative touches. The Green Room, for instance, has been turned into a playful space with Lego portraits of Geo
A federal appeals court made a big decision. They said Alina Habba can't be the acting U. S. attorney in New Jersey. She used to be President Trump's personal lawyer. The court said her appointment was not right. They think she broke a law called the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. Three men facing c
Scientists have been exploring the inner workings of mouse brains, focusing on the visual cortex. These mice lack a specific gene, Fmr1, which is associated with fragile X syndrome in humans. When researchers placed slices of these mouse brains in a special solution, they observed something unusual.
