Five well-known universities are under the spotlight following new inquiries into allegations of antisemism. This move comes from a wider call to harshly penalize schools that haven't taken enough steps to tackle anti-Jewish hatred on their premises. Notably those universities subj
Imagine that. A guy like Elon Musk is trying to get under the hood of the US Treasury's payment system. This is not good. People in the know are worried. Let’s start with the guy who actually knows how this system works. Many of the people who read this website may not have heard of David Le
Recently some of the world's brightest scientists have been looking into how magnetic fields could help clean up contaminated soil. Scientists knew that tiny pieces of iron in nZVI could help remove harmful pollutants from soil. This technique involves a clever use of nanotechnology. Is made of ti
First, let's talk about PFAS. These are chemicals that are used in various products, including Aqueous Film-Forming Foams (AFFFs). AFFFs are made up of complex mixtures and are used to fight fires. They are designed to save lives, but they have a dark side. Firefighters rely on AFFFs to put out
It was a bit of a woah moment when Kennedy Jr. faced senators during a grueling confirmation hearing. At 71 he was not only defending his controversial ideas, but also a famous name, his voice's gravelly texture made it hard to pick out any lies. A psychotherapist even weighed in o
Imagine a shoulder with a hole in it that's too big to stitch back together in its own way. It is because the rotator cuff tendons are either in poor shape, or have been stretched and damaged. This can cause big problems, like making the arm bone move around in the wrong way. It makes th
The future of the USAID agency hangs by a thread. Why is the government ordering massive changes? It's all very complicated. USAID, the heart of the country's humanitarian aid efforts abroad, faces a significant overhaul. This time, the shakeup is different. The Trump administration has put USAID
In 2025, while celebrating Black History Month, the same administration moves to end cultural events like this at the Defense Department. This shows a growing trend against programs aimed at promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Defense Department's decision bars militar
The world of medicine is more than just knowing facts and doing technical things well. It's about making the right choices in specific situations. Imagine this: You need to make the right call in a tricky situation. That's practical wisdom in action. It's about using your brain, your emotio
Imagine this. We live in a country where liver problems, specifically a condition called MASH, are on the rise. MASH is a nasty companion of unhealthy lifestyles, and it's becoming a major headache for doctors who specialize in stomach and liver issues. You might be wondering, "What's the big deal?
