Saccocalyx satureioides, a plant native to Algeria, has been studied for its health benefits. Researchers found that the plant's extracts contain high levels of polyphenols, ranging from 170. 47 to 285. 56 micrograms of gallic acid equivalents (GAEs) per milligram of extract. It also showed strong a
Get ready, folks! The weather is about to take a chilly turn. A Winter Weather Advisory is in place until Wednesday afternoon for Ashtabula and Lake Counties. Expect some light lake-effect snow and bone-chilling wind chills throughout the day. The snow will taper off in the afternoon, making way for
Did you know that China's nuclear tests could have impacted Kazakhstan? Between 1964 and 1980, China performed these tests at Lop Nor, not far from Kazakhstan. While the Soviet Union's tests were centered around Semipalatinsk, the southeast Abai oblast of Kazakhstan might have gotten radioactive fal
Imagine you're trying to steer a huge, complex system, like an ecosystem or a healthcare network. Agent-based models (ABMs) help us simulate these systems, but controlling them can be tough. Enter surrogate modeling: a clever technique that simplifies things. This method turns complex ABMs into smal
Choosing a tablet for your kid can be a tough decision. You want something that's both fun and educational, right? Let's break it down. First off, think about what your kid needs. Younger ones might be happy with a tablet that's more like a toy, while older kids might want something that feels more
Ever wondered why January in South Carolina often feels colder than December? You're not alone. The reason lies in how the Earth stores and loses heat. Even though winter starts in late December, it takes time for the ground and air to cool down after the warmth of summer and fall. This delay, calle
Ever since the death of dancer and DJ Stephen 'tWitch' Boss in December 2022, his wife Allison Holker and his family have been entangled in a bitter dispute. At the heart of the feud is a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) that prevents Boss's family from profiting from his life story. This NDA, which w
Pete Hegseth, a decorated veteran and former Fox News host, is set to face the Senate Armed Services Committee for his confirmation hearing to lead the Pentagon. His nomination comes with a trail of controversies, including allegations of sexual assault and misconduct in the workplace. Despite denyi
Ever wished your Android device's volume slider looked a bit more modern? Android 16 might just be answering that wish! The latest developer preview showed off a new look for volume controls. Instead of the usual horizontal bar, Google is switching to a vertical slider. One side is dark, and the oth
Soils near an industrial park in Shandong Province, China, were found to contain 81 different perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This was done using a new approach that helps scientists find unknown compounds without needing to know their structure beforehand. Among these PFAS, 12
