The U. S. has long relied on federal funding to fuel university research, a partnership that has driven innovation and economic growth. However, recent cuts and uncertainties under the current administration have left universities scrambling. The abrupt loss of federal grants can halt research, forc
In a surprising twist, many Democrats are quietly supporting President Donald Trump's recent move to take control of D. C. 's police force and deploy National Guard troops. This is despite their public criticism of Trump's actions. Joe Scarborough, a well-known TV host, recently shared that he has
South Carolina is feeling the heat again, with temperatures climbing back to what's normal for this time of year. A big area of high pressure is moving in, bringing back those classic summer days—warm afternoons and scattered thunderstorms, especially as the day winds down. For the rest of today, e
In South Africa's Cape Flats, a place marked by deep-rooted inequalities and a history of apartheid, religion plays a big role in people's lives. For some women who survived childhood sexual abuse, faith can be a source of comfort. But it can also make things harder. This is because some religious p
Crypto markets saw a boost on Tuesday after the latest U. S. inflation numbers came in lower than expected. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the cost of everyday goods and services, rose by 2. 7% over the past year. This was a bit less than economists were predicting, showing that infl
A recent worldwide study dug into how body mass index (BMI) affects the chances of breaking bones. Researchers looked at data from over 1. 6 million people across 32 countries, tracking them for about 16 million person-years. They found that being underweight increases the risk of hip fractures in b
Cancer is a tricky foe, but scientists are making progress. A new vaccine called ELI-002 is showing promise in fighting back against pancreatic and colorectal cancers. This vaccine is special because it's designed to work for many people right away, not just one person at a time. The vaccine target
Anna Kendrick, known for her roles in blockbuster films, has always kept her personal life under wraps. Yet, her dating history has had its share of ups and downs, involving some big names in Hollywood. In 2009, Kendrick started dating Edgar Wright, the director behind "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World.
Researchers have found a clever way to turn public domain controllers into weapons. They can be used to launch powerful DDoS attacks. This is a big deal because it doesn't require hackers to buy or control any infrastructure. They can stay hidden while causing chaos. The attack, called Win-DDoS, wo
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is getting a crucial upgrade. Engineers at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center have attached two large sunshields to the telescope. These shields are like a giant sunblock for the telescope's sensitive instruments. They protect the instruments from the sun's heat
