Photosynthetic bacteria (PSB) are known for their ability to clean up aquaculture waters by breaking down harmful substances like ammonia and nitrite. But here's a surprising twist: these bacteria can also tackle a much tougher challenge. They can degrade stubborn pharmaceutical residues, such as ci
Imagine this: a world where filters for cleaning our air and water are not just effective, but also eco-friendly. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, scientists have been working on making this dream a reality. They've discovered a way to use silk nanofibrils (SNFs) to create filters that can tackle b
In January, U. S. retail sales took a nosedive. This wasn't just because of the cold weather, which kept many people indoors. The drop was also influenced by other factors. The Commerce Department reported a 0. 9% decrease in retail sales from December. This was a bigger drop than experts had predic
Fatty acids, specifically those that are not attached to other molecules, can be harmful to various organs in the body. These acids, known as non-esterified fatty acids (NEFAs), have the ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. This raises an important question: Can NEFAs affect cognitive decline o
Europe is facing a tough time right now. The economy is slowing down, and energy costs are high. This is all happening because of the war in Ukraine. But there's more to it. The United States has decided to impose tariffs on European goods. This is a big deal because it could make things even worse
Trump has a new plan to shake up global trade. He wants to hit back at countries that charge high tariffs on American goods. This means countries like Brazil, India, Japan, Canada, and the EU could face extra taxes on their exports to the US. Trump's idea is to make tariffs fair by matching what oth
The U. S. and India are setting ambitious trade goals. They aim to boost their trade to $500 billion by 2030. This is more than double their current trade volume. The leaders of both countries, President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, met in Washington. They discussed ways to make t
Pesticides are a big problem for freshwater ecosystems. They harm many creatures, especially insects and other small critters. One such insect is Protohermes xanthodes, a freshwater predator. These bugs have special enzymes called superoxide dismutases (SODs) that help them deal with harmful materia
In a surprising twist, two South American countries, Brazil and Argentina, might see some benefits from the recent trade tensions between the U. S. and other nations. The U. S. has been imposing tariffs on various countries, including China, Canada, and Mexico. This move could potentially open up ne
The U. S. has done it again. This time, they've slapped a 25% tariff on Canadian aluminum. It's a move that's more than just a slap on the wrist for Canada. It's a shot in the foot for the U. S. economy. The U. S. President, Trump, has a history of this. In 2018, when he was in his first term, he d
