Scientists have been working on making a special enzyme better at producing a form of vitamin D. This enzyme is a mix of different parts, like a custom-made tool. The usual way to improve such enzymes is to tweak small parts here and there. But this time, the team took a bigger picture approach. Th
A big tech team-up is happening in France. Atos, a company known for digital upgrades, is joining forces with Graia, an AI chatbot maker. Their goal? To make talking to customer support easier for everyone, no matter what language they speak. Right now, Atos helps over 5 million people in more than
Twenty-five years ago, people noticed a big problem. Scientists were making discoveries about addiction treatment, but those findings weren't reaching the people who needed them most: doctors, nurses, and counselors. This sparked the creation of two important groups: the Clinical Trials Network (CTN
Cancer doesn't just hurt the body; it also takes a toll on the mind. Some survivors find a silver lining in their fight, growing stronger in unexpected ways. But how can we help more people find this strength? A recent study set out to answer this question. The study focused on people who had beate
In a bold move to tackle climate change, the UK's development finance arm, British International Investment (BII), has pledged $40 million to a massive $1 billion fund. This fund, managed by Allianz Global Investors, is set to pump money into green projects in developing countries. The fund, called
Retirement is a big deal. It's not just about leaving work behind. It's about making sure you have enough money to live comfortably. One way to do this is by investing in things that keep giving you money over time. These are often called "income machines. " Think of them like a tree that keeps givi
Australia's government is taking big steps to control guns. They just passed new laws to make it harder to get a gun license. This comes after a terrible shooting at a Jewish festival in Bondi last month. The attack left 15 people dead. The government says they need to do more to stop such violence
A new tool called Delta-Zero is shaking up how regular folks invest in risky markets. This tech, made by a company called Plugsic, helps people protect their money from big ups and downs in prices. Before, only big players had access to such safety nets. Now, everyday investors can use it too. The
In Germany, farmers face tough rules about nitrogen use. These rules are meant to protect the environment. But farmers have different ideas about how well these rules work. A recent study looked at how farmers in Lower Saxony feel about these rules. It found two main groups. One group doubts the ru
Elijah Sarratt, the talented wide receiver for Indiana, has been making waves on the field. His journey from Stafford, Virginia, to the national championship game is quite the story. Born on May 28, 2003, to Donnie and Kim Sarratt, Elijah is the youngest of three brothers. His parents instilled valu
