Imagine waking up to no lights, no air conditioning, and no way to make coffee. That's what happened to nearly 90% of Puerto Rico's residents on New Year's Eve. A major power failure hit the island, leaving about 1. 3 million customers without electricity. This isn't the first time something like th
You've heard about using different drugs to fight COVID-19, right? Well, let's chat about a study done in Mexico City that checked out ivermectin and nitazoxanide. This study looked at both people getting treated at home and those in the hospital. Out of 228 people getting treated at home, some got
When "The Fast and The Furious" hit the screens in 2001, it didn't just entertain, it shook up the car scene. The movie put a spotlight on street racing, which was cool but not always safe. Many cars from the era got their moment in the spotlight, like the Toyota Supra and the Nissan Skyline. But, o
You know how knee replacements can really change your life? Well, there are two main types of UKA implants for knee arthritis or bone death: metal-backed (MB) and all-polyethylene (AP). This study looked at 74 people over 16 years to see how these two types compared. Let's dive in! First off, what'
Did you know that essential oils can save mangoes from rotting? Scientists found that a tiny molecule called trans-2-hexenal, which is part of many plant oils, can stop a nasty fungus called Neofusicoccum parvum from making mangoes go bad. This fungus is a big problem for mango farmers, but this lit
British YouTuber Trap Lore Ross, famous for his hip-hop crime documentaries, recently published a four-hour video titled "The Many Murders of Lil Durk. " This documentary explores the Grammy-winning rapper Lil Durk's alleged ties to several murders in Chicago. Ross kicks off the video with a disclai
Scientists have been exploring how silicon, a crucial element for plants, can aid oilseed rape (Brassica napus) in surviving drought conditions. They were particularly interested in how silicon influences callose, a substance found in plant roots, and how it alters the cell walls when the going gets
Helicobacter pylori, a bacteria tied to cancer, poses a bigger problem for the Navajo Nation compared to other regions in the U. S. A recent study followed up with Navajo individuals who tested positive for H. pylori six months later. They asked if these people had visited a doctor, received treatme
Scientists have found a new way to make complex molecules called chiral spiro-imidazolidinone cyclohexenones. These molecules have six points where their structure can change, or stereocenters. The best part? They're made from simple chemicals like aminophenols, α, β-unsaturated aldehydes, and α-ami
The United States has started an investigation into China's methods of supporting its semiconductor industry. This probe comes just before a new president takes office and focuses on what Washington calls "foundational" chips. These chips are used in various industries like cars, healthcare, and inf
