The federal government is shaking things up. Seven agencies have revived their deferred resignation plans. This means employees can choose to leave their jobs early and still get a few months of pay. The departments of Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development,
The ocean isn't as quiet as one might think, especially in the waters off British Columbia and Washington State. This area is home to the Southern Resident killer whales, a group of orcas that are in trouble. Scientists have been looking into how different types of ships contribute to the noise down
In Kenya, young women face a big challenge. They make up a quarter of all new HIV cases each year among those over 15. This is a huge problem, especially since there is a powerful tool to prevent HIV: PrEP. PrEP is a medicine that, when taken correctly, can greatly lower the risk of getting HIV. How
Baseball is buzzing about a new type of bat. These bats are not like the ones you usually see. They have a unique shape. They are called torpedo bats. They have been used in Major League Baseball for a few years. Many people are just now hearing about them. The Cincinnati Reds shortstop, Elly
Cancer treatment is a complex challenge. Researchers have been exploring new ways to fight it. One promising approach involves using nanoparticles. These tiny particles can be designed to target cancer cells directly. This reduces damage to healthy cells. One type of nanoparticle that is gaining att
The number of segments in the trunk of vertebrates varies greatly. This diversity is fascinating, but the process behind it is not well understood. Scientists believe that the number of segments is set during early development. This happens when cells in a specific area, called the pre-somitic mesod
European nations are standing their ground against recent moves by the US to dismantle diversity and inclusion efforts. This isn't sitting well with many European countries. France is one of the countries that is not happy about this. Laurent Saint-Martin, France's minister for foreign trade, made
Presidential term limits in the U. S. are clear: two terms max. Yet, some legal minds suggest there might be ways around this rule. This isn't just about Trump; it's about understanding the Constitution's flexibility and the potential for political maneuvering. The 22nd Amendment, ratified in 195
Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho made a joint decision to step down from Sentebale, a charity they started together. This move came after a long-running argument between the charity's chair and its board of trustees became public. The issue began to unfold in March 2023. The charity was cre
The political climate has forced elite universities to adapt quickly. Some leaders are hiring conservative figures and meeting with Republican officials to soften the impact of federal pressure. This includes funding cuts, investigations, and arrests of international students and faculty. Instead of
