Newton Public Schools tried something new in autumn 2021. They mixed students of different levels into the same classroom, hoping it would help them learn better. This was a big change during a tough time, right after COVID-19 shut down schools. But teachers and students are now saying it's not work
Ever wondered how tiny metal fragments can transform simple molecules? Researchers have recently uncovered a fascinating secret about manganese in a chemical reaction called acceptorless dehydrogenation. This reaction is like a dance where molecules give up their hydrogen atoms without any outside h
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon's Legal Zone is a complex issue influenced by various factors. From the region's unique soil and climate to human activities like population movements and urban expansion, the drivers are many. Researchers often point to the actions of public and private economi
Ever wondered how hormones like sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and bioavailable testosterone (BioT) impact women’s bone health? A study explored this using a unique method called Mendelian randomization (MR), focusing solely on women. The MR study took a close look at forearm fractures (FAFx) i
Syria is once again in the spotlight, with the Assad government firmly refusing to join the political process laid out by the UN Security Council. Instead, they have the backing of Russia and Iran. This hardline stance has led to a weakening of their defenses in northwest Syria, with Hay’at Tahrir a
You know how hydrogen power needs a quick oxygen reaction? That's where the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) comes in, and it's usually not fast enough. Scientists have come up with a clever trick: they mixed titanium into ruthenium oxide (RuO2). This combination creates "bridged oxygen" sites that a
Elden Ring, released in 2022, has taken the gaming world by storm. The first DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, is a challenging quest that demands players master the game's intricate world. To reach the DLC, players must complete a series of quests and battles, including defeating the formidable Mohg, Lor
Imagine an engine that can blast through the skies and then continue its journey underwater. Sounds like something straight out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, researchers in China have made it a reality with the world's first boron ramjet engine that works both in the air and underwater. This isn't
You might think Syria is quiet these days, but think again! Rebels have just launched a big surprise attack. They've taken over 40 towns and even a whole military base, right under the nose of the Syrian government's forces and their allies from Iran. Aleppo, the country's second-biggest city, is ri
The election of Jair Bolsonaro as Brazil's president had significant repercussions on the country's HIV/AIDS policies and actions. The far-right leader's political agenda brought about several setbacks, notably the dismantling of existing AIDS policies. This was driven by religious conservatism, whi
