Lakes are getting more and more algae blooms. This is a big problem. When algae die, they sink to the bottom. There, they rot and use up all the oxygen. This creates a bad environment for many creatures. But some worms, like Limnodrilus hoffmeisteri, can handle this mess. These worms burrow around,
Scientists have found a key protein in the sticky stuff that holds together sludge granules in seawater. This protein might be the reason these granules stay strong and can remove phosphate from water. The granules were grown in a special reactor using seawater and acetate, a common carbon source. T
People are looking for ways to make engines work better and pollute less. One idea is to use two different fuels at the same time. This is called RCCI, or Reactivity Controlled Compression Ignition. It uses a mix of fuels with different properties to burn more efficiently and produce fewer harmful g
Tiny plastic pieces, called microplastics, come in different shapes and types. Scientists wanted to see how these tiny plastics move through sand. They looked at two kinds: polystyrene (PS) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). PS was in tiny spheres, while PET came in both spheres and fragments. T
BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, saw its shares drop by 5% after releasing its second-quarter earnings. The results were a mix of good and not-so-good news. Revenue went up by 12. 9% compared to last year, reaching $5. 42 billion. However, this was a bit less than what experts expected,
Detroit is buzzing with excitement as the Big3 basketball league brings its unique brand of hoops to town. This time, the city has its own team, the Detroit Amplifiers, or "Amps" for short. The league's founder, Ice Cube, has a soft spot for Detroit, dating back to the late 1980s. He's been a fan of
Researchers in Denmark recently looked into how physical fitness, mental health, and social background affect how well kids aged 10 to 12 do in school. They wanted to see if being active, feeling good, and having a supportive environment make a difference in how kids think and learn. The study focu
Donkey Kong Bananza on the Switch 2 has some impressive features, but it also has some flaws that might bother players. The game's environment is praised for being interactive and destructible, which opens up new paths. The camera also works well, even when underground. However, there are some issu
NVIDIA keeps enhancing gaming experiences with its cutting-edge tech. This week, they've added Marvel Rivals, War Thunder, and RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business to their list of games benefiting from DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation and NVIDIA Reflex. For Marvel Rivals fans, the timing couldn'
Lamine Yamal, a young star from Barcelona, is under scrutiny for his recent 18th birthday bash. The event, held in a rented villa near Barcelona, was a star-studded affair with influencers, YouTubers, and even some of his Barcelona teammates. But it's not the guest list that's causing a stir. It's t
