Emerging contaminants (ECs) are pollutants that have started to show up in our waterways. They come from things like personal care products, antibiotics, painkillers, hormone disruptors, and even psychiatric medications. Scientists have gotten better at finding these pollutants, but we still need mo
Have you ever wondered what goes on in the area where a lake meets the land? This zone, known as the lake riparian zone (LRZ), is crucial for moving stuff between the land and water. But what about chemicals that can mess with hormones, called endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs)? Scientists wanted
Athletes often use cold or heat treatments to speed up muscle recovery. But do these thermal interventions really make a difference? Some research shows that cold might not be so great for growing muscles. It can slow down protein creation and muscle repair after workouts, leading to weaker gains. O
So, President-elect Donald Trump had a chat with Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum. This was their first talk since Trump said he'd raise tariffs on Mexico and Canada. Trump seemed happy, calling it a "productive conversation. " He said Sheinbaum agreed to stop migrants from coming into the U. S.
The US government is set to announce new measures on Monday that aim to limit China's ability to develop advanced artificial intelligence. This includes potentially sanctioning around 200 Chinese companies that make equipment for semiconductors and restricting some chip manufacturing plants linked t
The Green Bay Packers and Miami Dolphins are set to clash on Thursday night in a chilly showdown at Lambeau Field. The Packers might have a slight edge due to their recent bye week and home advantage, but the Dolphins aren't pushovers. Their quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa, is playing very well and thei
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, given their roles in President-elect Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), are gunning to scrap federal regulations. They point to Supreme Court rulings in 2022 and 2023 that limit agency regulatory power. However, legal experts believe these rulings coul
Thanksgiving is a big deal in the NFL, and this year promises some exciting matchups. We're breaking down the top games with our experts' picks. The Detroit Lions, fresh off a hot streak, are favored to crush the Chicago Bears. John LanFranca thinks the Lions will score big, while Billy Ward is bett
Auburn's Tigers made history at the Maui Invitational, becoming the first SEC team in 31 years to take home the championship. Coach Bruce Pearl praised his team's dominance, saying, "Our kids were excited to play every game. We controlled that match from start to finish. " The key player was Johni
Russia's ruble has been on a wild ride, hitting a low not seen since the start of the Ukraine war. The central bank had to step in to shore up the currency, which slid to 114 against the dollar. This sharp fall has experts worried about the country's economic health. They see signs of a full-blown c
