The University of Idaho is making a bold move to tackle wildfires with a $1. 4 million boost from the National Science Foundation. This cash injection will fund nine new doctoral researchers, who will dive into the science of fire physics, mitigation, and forest regeneration. The goal? To make rural
Ever wonder why you can see through glass? It's not magic, it's science! Glass is made from sand, but not just any sand. It's transformed into something called an amorphous solid. This special structure lets light pass through, unlike wood, which is opaque. But guess what? Scientists are even workin
Artificial intelligence might soon be able to detect throat cancer just by listening to a person's voice. This is according to a recent study that focused on men with larynx cancer. The larynx, also known as the voice box, is where the vocal cords are located. When cancer affects this area, it can c
The U. S. has long relied on federal funding to fuel university research, a partnership that has driven innovation and economic growth. However, recent cuts and uncertainties under the current administration have left universities scrambling. The abrupt loss of federal grants can halt research, forc
On a night meant for meteor showers, something strange lit up the sky. On August 13, 2025, people along the East Coast saw spirals of light twisting above them. These weren't shooting stars. They were something else entirely. The show started after 9 p. m. ET. Videos popped up online from places li
Dads play a big role in childbirth these days. But what do they really think about it? Not much is known about their experiences and views. A recent study tried to change that by looking at lots of different stories from dads around the world. Most countries now let dads be there when their babies
Paramount is making big waves in Hollywood. After a recent merger, the studio is gearing up to release more movies than ever before. The new leadership team, including co-chairs Josh Greenstein and Dana Goldberg, is determined to make Paramount a top choice for filmmakers and talent. The studio's C
Taylor Swift made a splash on her boyfriend Travis Kelce's podcast, New Heights. It wasn't just about music; she shared personal stories and even some bread puns. Swift revealed she was the one who asked to be on the show, joking that she was jealous of Brad Pitt's appearance. She talked about her l
In Aurora, the CyrusOne data center is gearing up for repair work on Thursday, following a weather-induced delay. The initial plan was to tackle electrical equipment issues on Tuesday, but safety concerns due to changing weather conditions pushed the schedule back. This isn't the first time the data
South Carolina is feeling the heat again, with temperatures climbing back to what's normal for this time of year. A big area of high pressure is moving in, bringing back those classic summer days—warm afternoons and scattered thunderstorms, especially as the day winds down. For the rest of today, e
