Dysprosium, a rare earth element, has a special talent for magnetism. To make the most of this talent, scientists are looking at how different structures can boost its magnetic powers. One key factor is the crystal field around the dysprosium ion. A strong field along the axis can boost magnetic str
The Trump administration has taken a bold step by halting $175 million in federal funds to the University of Pennsylvania. This action is a direct response to the university's policies that permit trans women to participate in women's sports. This decision is part of a broader campaign promise mad
In Russia, the fight for LGBTQ+ rights took a violent turn in 2013. Two activists, Dmitry Chizhevsky and Anna Prutskova, were attacked at the St. Petersburg community center LaSky. This event happened during a time when the "gay propaganda" law was making waves. The law stirred up a lot of hate agai
The economy is shifting, and not in a good way. A top executive from a major investment firm recently shared his thoughts on the matter. He believes that recent policy changes are causing hesitation among consumers and businesses. This pause in activity is already having a negative impact on the
Salmonella is a sneaky bacteria. It can hide in poultry and cause food poisoning. To fight it, scientists use a cool method called whole-genome sequencing. This method looks at the entire DNA of the bacteria. It is a big step up from old-school lab tests. However, the settings used in this method ca
A Minnesota state senator found himself in hot water after being arrested for trying to arrange a meeting with someone he thought was a 17-year-old girl. Justin Eichorn, a 40-year-old Republican, was taken into custody on Tuesday. He was under the impression he was chatting with a minor, but it turn
The U. S. government is in a legal battle with one of its own broadcasters. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty is suing the Trump administration. The network is fighting to keep its federal funding. This funding was allocated by Congress. The U. S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is accused of breaking
A court in the Dominican Republic is set to decide whether a young American man will be allowed to return home. Joshua Riibe, a 22-year-old student from Minnesota, has been stuck in the country since early March. He was the last person seen with Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old University of Pittsbur
The gaming world is buzzing with anticipation for the Nintendo Switch 2. The release date has been a hot topic. Many have guessed it could be anywhere from April to next year. It looks like the wait might be shorter than expected. A theory suggests May 15 as the launch date. This isn't just a w
The wine industry is going through a rough patch. The economic climate is tough, and the wine business is feeling the heat. The Central Coast Insights Conference in Paso Robles recently wrapped up, and the mood was somber. The wine industry is facing a perfect storm of challenges. Tariffs, changing
