Ever wondered how tiny insects like fruit fly larvae can zip through their environment, seeking out food and avoiding danger? It all starts with their olfactory receptor neurons (ORNs). These guys are the first responders to smells. Scientists wanted to figure out how these ORNs help larvae navigate
Ever wondered if there was a way to foresee technology’s ups and downs? Let’s dive into three key rules and five additional insights that might help us predict tech’s fate. First off, there’s the Static Rule. It’s like how things stay still until something moves them. In the tech world, change does
As the first batch of votes rolled in, five candidates took an early lead in Oakland's City Council races. Rowena Brown, Zac Unger, Carroll Fife, Noel Gallo, and Ken Houston were ahead, with Ryan Richardson leading the race for city attorney. The contests centered on crucial issues like crime, polic
Election night brought a big change in Los Angeles County. District Attorney George Gascón, known for his progressive policies, was shown the door by voters. He got less than 40% of the vote, unable to stand up against former federal prosecutor Nathan Hochman's promise to clamp down on crime. Hochma
Imagine a star spinning so fast, it completes 716 rotations in a single second. That's what scientists found when they studied a neutron star in a binary system called 4U 1820-30. This dead star, located 26, 000 light-years away, isn't just speedy – it's also explosive. Its surface bursts with therm
When the season started, Dylan Raiola, the freshman quarterback for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, was the team’s shining star. He led them to impressive victories with his strong arm and confident plays. However, as the season progressed, Raiola’s performance took a nosedive, leaving fans puzzled. Some
The Steelers have made a last-minute move to strengthen their receiver lineup. They’ve welcomed Mike Williams from the Jets just before the trade deadline. In exchange, the Jets will receive a fifth-round pick in the 2025 draft from the Steelers. Williams, formerly with the Chargers, suffered an ACL
Mike Williams' time with the Jets came to an end on Tuesday, the NFL trade deadline day. The receiver was traded to the Steelers, who were eagerly seeking a new player. Williams, who had been signed as a free agent, was no longer a priority after the Jets acquired Davante Adams, a good friend and fa
In Florida's 2024 election, a ballot measure aimed at enshrining abortion rights in the state's constitution fell short. Known as Amendment 4, the proposal needed 60% voter approval to pass, but it didn't make the cut. This is a significant loss for reproductive rights advocates in a state that tend
This year, Chicago voters will do something new on their ballots: choose 10 members for the Chicago Board of Education. The board is tripling in size from seven to 21, and soon all members will be voted in by the people, not just picked by the mayor. Why the change? After years of pressure, state le
