Basketball legend Scottie Pippen recently caused a stir by calling himself the greatest of all time. In a podcast with Patrick Bet-David, the six-time NBA champ said his confidence in his game led him to this conclusion. While he's previously praised both Michael Jordan and LeBron James, things seem to have changed. ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith was shocked by Pippen...
Ever wondered what makes cashmere so soft? Meet the Liaoning cashmere goat (LCG), known for its luxurious, long fibers. While LCG cashmere is already quite soft at an average of 16 microns, scientists are on a mission to make it even softer. They're diving into the world of DNA, trying to pinpoint which genes are in charge of cashmere fineness. Imagine this: they've...
Liaoning cashmere goats are not just about their high-quality cashmere—their meat production is also making waves. To dig deeper into their economic potential, scientists are focusing on increasing their body size and meat production. Early studies using multi-omics analysis on muscle tissues found key growth genes: GH and IGF-1. DNA genotyping with PCR-seq in these ...
In the heart of Ethiopia, a unique farming system thrives where sheep, goats, and cattle share the same pastures. This communal grazing practice is the backbone of many people's livelihoods. However, a tiny yet powerful foe threatens this sustainable setup: gastrointestinal nematodes, or worms. With the global rise of anthelmintic resistance (AR), the situation becom...
Jon Jones, often called the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world by UFC President Dana White, recently defended his Heavyweight Championship against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. However, not everyone agrees with this title. Some fans think Miocic was an easy target due to his age and slow performance. To clear the controversy, many believe Jones should face Tom Aspi...
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, might face a tough time if Vice President Kamala Harris doesn't win the election. Democrats could make him their scapegoat. Musk has been vocal about his support for former President Donald Trump, which has drawn the ire of many Democrats. They've been especially upset since Musk bought Twitter, now known as X, and made changes...
AGS Entertainment is poised to make its mark in the South Indian cinema landscape with its most ambitious project yet, "The Greatest of All Time" (GOAT). The action thriller, directed by Venkat Prabhu and starring Vijay, is the company's 25th production. As the CEO of Chennai-based AGS Entertainment and the creative producer of GOAT, Archana Kalpathi sat down with Va...