Seaweeds are not just tasty snacks or ingredients in cosmetics. They hold a lot of potential for science too. But studying them isn't easy. Scientists face big hurdles when trying to extract RNA, a key molecule for understanding how seaweeds work. This is especially true for the 11 edible seaweed sp
Minnesota is in for a calm and cool Friday, with temperatures dipping to around 15 degrees. The northern parts of the state will feel even chillier, with single-digit temperatures. Winds will be light, making the day feel quiet and peaceful. As the day progresses, clouds will clear out, giving way
Up on Mount Hamilton, a historic telescope is in trouble. A fierce storm on Christmas morning tore open the dome housing the Great Refractor telescope. This telescope, built way back in the 1880s, is a big deal in astronomy. It's still a star attraction, drawing crowds to peek through its lens. But
Many people struggle to make ends meet, especially those relying on fixed incomes like Social Security. For some, the monthly check disappears quickly, leaving little for essentials like food. This is a reality for many older adults and low-wage workers who find themselves in a tough spot. They earn
Bitfarms Ltd. , a well-known Bitcoin mining company, made a bold decision to leave Latin America. This move comes as a surprise to many, but it's not entirely unexpected given the challenges in the crypto mining world. Bitcoin mining involves using powerful computers to solve complex math problems a
Kindly MD, a company blending healthcare and crypto, saw its stock rise on the first trading day of 2026. This comes after a tough period, including a warning from Nasdaq about being removed from the exchange. The company, which started as a healthcare provider, merged with a crypto firm in mid-2025
A Navy veteran recalls a stark contrast between a past mission of compassion and a recent event that left him disheartened. The veteran, who served on the USS Saginaw from 1978 to 1981, remembers a time when the Navy's role was to save lives, not take them. In 1980, the USS Saginaw was redirected t
Ginseng powder is a popular health supplement, but it's often mixed with cheaper plants or wheat flour. This can trick buyers and even harm their health. A recent study found a way to quickly spot these fakes using a combo of near-infrared light and smart computer programs. The team used 1, 680 sam
A recent study has shed new light on the ancient species Sahelanthropus tchadensis, suggesting it might be the oldest known human ancestor. This species, found in Chad's Djurab desert in the early 2000s, has been a topic of debate among scientists. The big question was whether it walked on two legs,
People across China are feeling the heat this summer, and their online chatter is revealing a lot about how they're coping. A recent study looked at millions of posts on Sina Microblog to understand how people perceive high temperatures. The findings show that the southeastern regions of China are t
