Feeling a bit guilty about your carbon footprint? Consider picking a credit card that's actually helping the planet instead of adding to the problem. But don't go getting fancy ideas in your head, it's not all sunshine and roses. Plastic is not as bad as it was first envisioned, but there are eco-f
Researchers have looked at natural ion channels for inspiration. This is because they are good for moving ions across cell membranes. Imagine you're building a battery with water-based electrolyte. Water likes to stick to ions, making it hard to move them around. This causes problems because wa
The 2025 Grammys in Los Angeles, California, turned heads when Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori showed up. Censori, an Australian architect, showed off a see through mini dress. She ditched her fur coat on the red carpet. The event brought up conversations about whether this was an a
Big changes are coming to the General Services Administration. Leaders are planning to cut spending and reduce staff in a significant way, complex and critical tasks need to be considered. The new plan is to reduce expenses by 50% across all programs and personnel. This means fewer employees, b
What drives our decisions? Our food and drink picks, the views we share, and the beliefs we hold are not just random. They're shaped by who we are and what's around us. Think about it: why do people who love the same political team also love the same foods? It's because their choices are not just ab
Fed government employees across the US are reviewing a offers. The deadline to make a decision is ticking closer The next step can change the many careers out there. Federal workers a special kind of treatment. to do great for Americans in different departments. On to some tricky It w
CAPRI challenges are a way for teams to prove their skills in predicting how biomolecules will work together without any prior knowledge. This story looks at two teams, humans lead by Zou and a server group run by MDockPP, as they took on 9 rounds of these CAPRI challenges known as 47-55. One of th
Weather is unpredictable, and snowfall predictions are particularly tricky. Look at the facts: multiple forecasts can show different results. Which one to believe? Imagine this: One forecast says 8-10 inches of snow, while another predicts only 3-5 inches. Its like no one can agree
In the vibrant city of Lagos, Nigeria, a significant number of women of childbearing age are well-versed in maternal healthcare services. A recent survey conducted between July 2022 and March 2023 brought to light some eye-opening insights. This survey of 453 women revealed that 99% of women were f
Alzheimer's disease is a tough opponent in the world of neurodegenerative disorders. Early detection is crucial. Scientists have been trying to figure out the best ways to identify this disease early. They've decided to focus on two key biomarkers Aβ42 and Aβ40. These biomarkers are tiny clues th
