Clean energy is a big deal, and hydrogen is a superstar in this field. One cool way to generate hydrogen is by breaking down urea in water. This happens in a process called urea oxidation reaction (UOR). Scientists have created a special electro-catalyst to make this happen in salty water, similar t
You might have heard about a thing called the debt ceiling. It's like a limit the U. S. government sets for itself on how much money it can borrow. Recently, former President Donald Trump suggested scrapping this limit entirely. This is a big deal, especially because Republicans used to use this lim
A man who played a part in the attack on the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, has been sentenced to probation, not prison. This former military veteran, who was a leader in the Oath Keepers group, faced off with police inside the Capitol, yelling and shoving. He later admitted his actions were wrong a
This week, billionaire Elon Musk caused a stir on social media. He posted over 100 times, sharing information about a government funding bill that wasn't accurate. Musk claimed lawmakers were getting a big raise, but the truth was different. The most they could get was a small increase of 3. 8%. He
In Pakistan, especially in Islamabad, there's a significant challenge when it comes to introducing sexuality education in schools. A recent study discovered that the community is either in denial or resistant to this idea. Why? Many people simply don’t understand what comprehensive sexuality educati
High blood pressure (hypertension) and type 2 diabetes are significant health issues causing illness and death among adults in Kenya. These problems are particularly challenging in rural areas, where access to healthcare is limited. A study orbited around understanding how factors like age, educatio
Texas is facing a real drought, yet McKinney's mayor, George Fuller, and city leaders are considering a $200 million surf park. This 35-acre development, named Cannon Beach, includes a surf lagoon and a resort-style hotel with an outdoor pool. But how much water will this entertainment destination n
Scientists explored how different types of tea compounds, called catechins, affect the physical and chemical properties of milk proteins, known as caseins. They found that catechins with added groups (esterified) attached more strongly to caseins than those without. This binding changed the structur
In the world of vaccines, spotting side effects early is crucial. Traditional methods take a while before we see any data. With COVID-19 vaccines rolling out globally, people are talking about their experiences online. That's where our team comes in. We're using a smart tool to monitor social media
The Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel shocked thousands of Jews, shattering their sense of safety. This violent event, known as Israel's 9/11, saw Hamas militants breach borders, kill 1, 200 people, and take 250 captive. The Israeli military's delayed response left many feeling vulnerable. In resp
