Ever since Bristol Motor Speedway made the switch back to concrete, the NASCAR community has been abuzz with conversations. Some drivers, like Ryan Vargas, fondly recall the excitement that dirt tracks brought. Dirt racing offers a unique thrill, but concrete provides consistency and drama. Fans and
Bubba Wallace, the only full-time Black driver in the NASCAR Cup Series, has faced plenty of challenges. From discovering a noose in his garage to dealing with his best friend's championship, he's had a tough time. But with his wife Amanda Carter by his side, things are looking up. They've been toge
You might think North Koreans are far from Ukraine, but the truth is, they're right in the middle of it. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently said that around 12, 000 North Korean soldiers are fighting alongside Russian troops in the Kursk region. The thing is, these soldiers aren't bein
As we wave goodbye to the holidays and step into the new year, LSU's sports scene becomes a bustling hub of activity. Multiple teams are gearing up for their seasons, ensuring there won't be a dull moment for sports fans. On December 29, the LSU men's and women's basketball teams will be the first
Imagine the intestines of rabbits being surgically connected, or anastomosed, after high-frequency electric welding (HFEW). This process helps us understand how quickly and effectively intestinal tissue heals. In a recent study using New Zealand rabbits, scientists found that within a week of the su
Fans of NASCAR know Tony Stewart for his impressive racing career and championship wins. But the former Stewart Haas Racing team owner is also known for his strong personality both on and off the track. One common topic is his interactions with the media. Stewart has had his share of fiery moments,
Eating red meat might seem like a usual thing for many, but for Samantha Busch, it was a big step. After avoiding it for almost 25 years, she suddenly started craving steaks and even more unusual red meat dishes, like hearts and livers. She shared this change on her social media, saying she felt lik
When a body is found at a crime scene, figuring out how long it's been there is super important for solving the case. Scientists are looking at tiny bits of genetic material called microRNAs (miRNAs) that stay stable even after death. This study used a special tool called a molecular beacon probe to
Imagine you're a business leader in China. Would you believe that paying taxes on pollution could actually boost your exports? Well, that's what happened with the Environmental Protection Tax Law (EPTL) introduced in 2018. This law charged companies for the pollution they produced, and the result? A
Palm kernel meal (PKM) is tough for non-ruminant animals to digest due to its high fibre content, mostly mannan. A new way to tackle this problem is by using bacteria to break down these fibres. Scientists found a powerful bacteria called Bacillus subtilis F6 that can effectively degrade mannan. In
