In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) showed its power in surprising ways. Scientists used AI and X-rays to read ancient scrolls from Herculaneum, Italy, that were buried by the Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD. These scrolls are so delicate they can't be unrolled, but AI helped decode over 2, 000 c
In recent years, several states like Oklahoma and Texas have introduced laws aiming to shape the discussion of race, gender, and American history in public schools. However, despite this intense political attention, many teachers report that these laws have minimal impact on their classroom practice
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow. One of the main culprits behind AML is a gene called FLT3. When this gene gets messed up, it can make the cancer grow faster. Scientists have been trying to find ways to stop FLT3 from helping the cancer. In search
Three Black men, Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph, and Xavier Veal, have settled a lawsuit against American Airlines after being ordered off a flight last year. The airline agreed to an "amicable resolution, " aiming to ensure a safe and inclusive travel experience for everyone. The incident occu
In a recent move, the U. S. Department of Education has settled complaints from Jewish and Muslim students across five University of California campuses. The complaints stemmed from protests last spring over the war in Gaza, alleging that the universities didn't handle antisemitic and anti-Arab hara
Ever thought about how cultural traditions, festivals, and crafts from centuries ago are still alive today? You might be surprised to know that many young people are discovering and appreciating these intangible cultural heritages thanks to social media. This digital shift has not only preserved the
A Wisconsin school shooting took the lives of two extraordinary individuals. Rubi Patricia Vergara, a freshman with a passion for art and music, and Erin Michelle West, a beloved substitute teacher. They were killed in a tragic incident at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. Vergara, just 14,
In a surprising turn of events, a 20-year-old man from Carlsbad, California, was ordered by a judge to give up his guns. This decision came after authorities discovered he had talked to the teen girl suspected of a school shooting in Wisconsin. The young man, Alexander Paffendorf, was said to have s
Hey there, something interesting is happening in Fairfax County! The NAACP is throwing a party, but this isn't your usual get-together. The chat is all about this proposed entertainment complex in Tysons, you know, the one with a casino and all kinds of fun stuff. The talk is set for January 7, 2025
Ever felt like you're paying way too much for wireless earbuds? Here's a deal that might make you rethink that. The Yamaha TW-ES5A True Wireless sports earbuds, usually priced at $180, are now down to just $39 at Adorama. That's a massive 78% off! But why are these earbuds worth your attention? They
