A big win just happened for actors in video games. After a long strike, the union SAG-AFTRA got a new deal. Most members, 95. 04%, said yes to it. This deal is a big step forward, especially for AI rules. It makes sure actors have a say in how their likeness is used in games. They can even stop new
In the world of farming, a tiny fungus might just be a big hero. Researchers have found that a specific fungus, called Purpureocillium lilacinum (YZ1), can live inside plants like maize, millet, and sorghum. This is not just any fungus; it can help these plants grow better and fight off harmful fung
Scientists are always looking for better ways to make medicines last longer and work better. One big challenge is keeping proteins, like those in some drugs, stable when they are dried out. Trehalose is a sugar that is often used to help protect these proteins. But there's a problem: trehalose can c
People have long known that exercise keeps the body healthy. But recent studies are digging deeper. They are looking at how exercise affects aging at a cellular level, specifically through changes in DNA. Epigenetic aging is a hot topic in science. It refers to changes in how genes are turned on an
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing health issue worldwide, with a heavy financial burden, especially when it reaches end-stage renal disease (ESRD). ESRD often requires expensive treatments like dialysis or kidney transplants, and costs are expected to rise significantly by 2030. One way to m
Orangeburg County is making a move to protect its residents. They are looking to pass a new rule. This rule would make it a minor crime to hurt or scare someone because of who they are. It covers things like race, religion, and more. If someone breaks this rule, they could go to jail for a month or
Military personnel with biotechnological enhancements face a unique set of challenges when they return to civilian life. These enhancements, designed to boost performance, can create complications when it's time to reverse them. The process of removing or modifying these enhancements is just as expe
Brazil is becoming a big deal in the world of cryptocurrency. Two new companies, Webull and Enegix, have recently entered the market. This shows that Brazil is a hot spot for digital money. The country has made rules for cryptocurrency that are clear and easy to understand. This is important becaus
In June, family offices, which manage wealth for the ultra-rich, stepped up their investment game. They made 60 direct investments in companies, a jump from May's 47 deals. However, this is still a 40% drop compared to last year. Despite the overall decline, biotech and healthcare were hot topics, w
In the world of biofuel production, breaking down plant material is a big challenge. Scientists have been working on ways to make this process more efficient. One promising approach involves using enzymes from a heat-loving fungus called Rasamsonia emersonii. This fungus naturally produces enzymes
