The battle against measles in Texas just got tougher. Dallas County, one of the state's most crowded areas, has had to cancel over 50 free vaccine clinics. This is due to a significant cut in federal funding. These clinics were set up to offer free measles, mumps, and rubella shots to families. Many
Princeton University is in hot water. The Trump administration has put a stop to dozens of research grants, putting the school under the microscope. This move is part of a broader campaign targeting elite universities, with a focus on combating antisemitism. The university's president, Christopher
In the realm of tax preparation, a fresh approach has emerged. A startup has released a new tool just in time for tax season. The tool is a game called PokéTax. It's designed to make filling out tax forms less of a chore and more of a fun challenge. Instead of dreaded tax forms, users encounter
The National Institutes of Health and other federal agencies have abruptly ended nearly three dozen research projects led by Harvard-affiliated hospitals. This move has left many scientists scrambling. The cuts have hit Mass General Brigham, the nation’s top hospital for research grants, hard. The h
Dalbergia odorifera, a plant known for its valuable wood, faces tough challenges when temperatures drop. To understand how it copes, scientists put its seedlings through a cold test. They exposed the young plants to low temperatures for a short period. This wasn't just a simple experiment. It was a
A group of 23 states and Washington, DC, have taken legal action against the US Department of Health and Human Services. Their complaint? The department abruptly pulled back 12 billion dollars in public health funding. This move has sparked a heated debate. The states argue that this funding was cru
A 26 year old man is facing serious charges. Luigi Mangione is accused of a shocking crime. He allegedly shot and killed Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, outside a Manhattan hotel. This event happened on December 4th, 2024. The US attorney general has directed federal prosecutors to purs
House finches are known for their vibrant red feathers. These feathers are a result of a specific pigment called 3-hydroxy-echinenone. This pigment is a type of carotenoid. Carotenoids are colorful compounds found in many plants and animals. They are responsible for the bright colors in many bir
Bacteria communities are everywhere. They are in the soil, in our bodies, and even in factories. They do important jobs like breaking down waste and helping plants grow. Because of this, scientists want to understand how these communities work and change over time. They want to control and improve t
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, a group of over 6, 800 experts, is in trouble. More than 1, 900 members have sent out an urgent message. They're worried about the current administration's moves against science. This isn't just about politics. It's about the future of s
