Recent research shows that protecting skin from sun damage is becoming more advanced. Scientists are adding fresh ingredients to sunscreens, such as filters that block harsh UVA rays and even bright light from screens. Some products now contain tiny iron particles or special titanium dioxide t
The planet’s natural radio chatter, known as the Schumann Resonance, rings at about 7. 83 cycles per second. This beat comes from lightning storms that flash between the ground and a high‑altitude layer of air called the ionosphere. Some researchers say that this planetary hum matches the rhythm of
The White House announced this week that Bill Pulte will step in temporarily as the acting head of U. S. intelligence. President Trump explained that the role isn’t meant to last long, though he hinted Pulte could uncover useful details about past election issues. Pulte currently oversees federal ho
Scientists tested new sun-blocking chemicals inspired by a popular sunscreen ingredient. They created versions that stay stable in sunlight and protect skin better. Two of these new chemicals stood out. One absorbs mostly UVA rays, the strongest aging rays from the sun. The other blocks both UVA and
N95 masks work because their filters trap tiny particles while letting air flow through smoothly. The filter’s job isn’t simple—it has to catch the right size particles without making breathing too hard. Scientists studied how four key factors affect this balance: how thick the filter is, how tightl
The Alley, a landmark in Avondale that has served punk, goth, and metal fans for decades, is looking for a new leader. Mark Thomas, who opened the shop in 1976 after buying jewelry‑making gear with a savings bond, now faces health issues and doubts about how long he can keep running the store.
The city is rethinking a plan that would have turned the school district’s office into a family shelter. The proposal, which would cost about $14 million to renovate, was dropped by the finance committee last week. The building on Cumberland Avenue is 56 000 square feet and currently houses the d
A quiet revolution is happening on store shelves. Premium brands are ditching plastic in favor of glass, not just to save the planet—but to sell more stuff. Data shows that 89% of high-end companies plan to make the switch by 2026. Why? Because glass screams “this is special” far louder than any lab
The push for greener energy has put batteries in the spotlight. Wind and solar power can't always match demand, so batteries store extra energy for cloudy or windless days. Most big projects today use lithium-ion batteries. But these have big problems. Mining lithium harms dry regions. Chile and Ar
A new test can quickly find coconut milk hidden in dairy. The method uses a special light that shows how the two drinks glow differently. Scientists shine three colors of light on milk samples and record their glow patterns. They found that two natural dyes – one from tryptophan and another
