Fungi are wily opponents. They can alter their form to evade the effects of medications. Scientists chose two familiar fungi, Aspergillus fumigatus and Candida albicans, to observe their reactions to two common antifungal drugs: AmBisome and Caspofungin. AmBisome is quick. It halts fungal growth ra
A top scientist at MIT was shot dead in his home. Nuno Loureiro, 47, was a big deal in nuclear science. He was known for his work on nuclear fusion and plasma science. Loureiro was also the director of MIT's Plasma Science and Fusion Center. He had a long career, studying at places like Imperial Col
Canada's top financial watchdog has decided to keep the extra safety net for the country's six largest banks at the same level. This safety net, called the domestic stability buffer, is currently set at 3. 5%. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) believes these banks are
Workplace skin reactions, often called occupational contact urticaria (OCU), happen when someone's skin reacts to something they touch at work. These reactions can be caused by chemicals or proteins. There are two main types: nonimmunologic (irritant) and immunologic (IgE-mediated). The immunologic
December 18th is a special day for many famous faces. Let's dive into the lives of some well-known figures celebrating their birthdays today. First up, rock legend Keith Richards is ringing in his 82nd birthday. He's not just any rocker; he's one of the founding members of The Rolling Stones. Imagi
The search for the person behind the Brown University shooting is still on. Police have a suspect in mind, but they haven't caught them yet. The suspect is a man, about 5-foot-8, with a stocky build. He was seen walking around the campus area on the day of the shooting. Witnesses say the suspect ma
The Trump administration has a plan to split up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Colorado. This is a big deal because NCAR is one of the largest centers for studying climate and weather in the U. S. Russ Vought, who works at the White House, shared this news on X. He said the N
President Trump is set to speak to the nation tonight. His approval rating is low. Many people are unhappy with the economy. They worry about prices and jobs. Trump has been talking about the economy a lot. He says it's great. But many people disagree. Trump has been traveling around. He tells peop
In a move that surprised many, the House of Representatives recently turned down two proposals. These proposals aimed to restrict President Trump's ability to launch strikes inside Venezuela and to require congressional approval before any military action. The votes were mostly along party lines, sh
A man lost his life when a tree crashed into his home during a fierce windstorm that swept through the Inland Northwest. The storm, which peaked early Wednesday morning, left over 70, 000 people without electricity, causing widespread disruptions. The storm's intensity was staggering, with wind gus
