Imagine farnesol, a sticky compound that loves water about as much as a cat loves baths. Scientists figured out how to mix it with other molecules (like β-cyclodextrin and hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin) to make it more friendly with water. They chose a cool method called freeze-drying to make these m
Scientists have created a special film on copper surfaces that mimics sharkskin, giving it superpowers. This film, made through a process called chemical etching and formate passivation, protects the copper in several ways. First, it makes copper resistant to corrosion. When tested in seawater for 7
In a surprising turn of events, a high-ranking Taliban official has spoken out against the group’s ban on education for Afghan women and girls. Sher Abbas Stanikzai, the political deputy at the Foreign Ministry, made these remarks at a religious school ceremony in southeastern Khost province. He arg
Earthworms have tiny buddies living in their excretory organs. Two of these are Verminephrobacter and Flexibacter-like bacteria. Almost all lumbricid earthworms host Verminephrobacter, which are passed from parent to offspring. These bacteria have been with their earthworm friends for a very long ti
Scientists are looking into how tiny patterns on copper surfaces can make them even better at killing bacteria. They've found that by creating specific patterns on copper, they can control how bacteria stick to the surface and how well the copper kills them. This could lead to better ways to fight a
Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai has spoken out about the dire issue of gender inequality in Afghanistan, calling on Muslim leaders to take a stand. At a big event in Pakistan about educating girls in Muslim communities, Malala asked Muslim leaders to fight against what the Taliban is doing
"Squid Game" Season 2, which debuted right after Christmas, brings an interesting twist to the table. Instead of just doing a redux of the first season, the show takes a different path. The first season was a stark look at how capitalism pushes people into tough choices. But Season 2 shifts focus to
Imagine tiny particles smaller than the width of a human hair made from iron and a plant called Parietaria alsinifolia. These aren't just any particles—these are nanoparticles, and they're being made in a way that's kind to the environment. Scientists used extracts from Parietaria alsinifolia to cre
It's been a while since Armie Hammer's career hit a rough patch due to leaked text messages that were both sexual and controversial, mentioning things like cannibalism. Despite facing sexual assault allegations, Hammer has managed to return to acting in 2024 with a new western coming out in 2025. In
In a recent step, the Taliban has ordered a ban on windows that overlook areas where women could be seen inside their homes. The group's spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, explained on X that seeing women in everyday tasks like cooking or fetching water might lead to improper behavior. The Taliban ha
