Liquid crystals are fascinating materials. They flow like liquids but have molecules that can align like solids. One interesting thing about them is how they react to electric fields. This reaction is called the Fréedericksz transition. In simple terms, an electric field can make the molecules in a
In a significant ruling, a federal judge in Baltimore stepped in to stop President Donald Trump's attempts to end federal support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The judge's decision came after a lawsuit filed by several groups, including the city of Baltimore and higher educati
A federal judge has given the green light to the Trump administration's plan to significantly reduce the number of USAID staffers both in the United States and abroad. This decision allows the administration to start the countdown for USAID workers overseas to return to the U. S. within 30 days, all
Imagine this: The Department of Education is no more. What does this mean for the 42 million people with federal student loans? First off, they still owe that money. Paying back loans is still a must. But who's in charge now? That's the big question. Let's go back a bit. The Department of Education
The tension between Maine and President Trump escalated when he threatened to cut federal funding to Maine. This was due to Maine's policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports. The heated exchange happened during a gathering of governors at the White House. Trump's threat was me
Federal employees are in for a bumpy ride. A recent court decision has given the green light to the Trump administration to continue its massive layoffs of federal workers. This move is part of a broader effort to cut down on what the administration sees as unnecessary spending. The court ruling, m
Federal agencies responsible for managing public lands and resources were thrown into chaos after thousands of workers were fired. These agencies are crucial for conservation, recreation, and resource development across vast areas of public lands. The firings have left significant gaps in their abil
Sean Combs, known as Diddy, is facing a change in his legal team. Anthony Ricco, one of his lawyers, has asked to step back from the case. This request was made on a Friday morning and is currently waiting for a judge's approval. Ricco didn't give a clear reason for wanting to withdraw. He
America is on the brink of a new era. Just a month into the new administration, the country is already seeing significant changes. The new president has hit the ground running, focusing on key issues that affect everyday Americans. The new president has been busy keeping promises made during the cam
The Trump administration's choices in foreign policy have been a real headache. Take Pete Hegseth, for instance. He was picked for his job because he was good at talking on TV, but he wasn't ready for the big leagues. He made a huge blunder by revealing key points during talks about stopping Russia'
