Brad Pitt's upcoming F1 movie, "F1: The Movie, " took a unique path to authenticity, starting with a big "no" at Daytona International Speedway. The film's creators wanted to shoot Pitt's character, Sonny Hayes, winning the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona. But IMSA, the sports car series that oversees the race, had other ideas. The filmmakers initially wanted to win the r...
Plants have a clever way of managing their DNA. They use special proteins called REM transcription factors and a helper protein named GDE1 to direct tiny RNA molecules to specific spots on the DNA. These RNA molecules act like guides, helping to add chemical tags called methyl groups to the DNA. This process is crucial for plants, especially in their reproductive par...
Afghanistan, a country once torn apart by war, is now seeing a slow but steady rise in tourism. People from all over the world are starting to explore its stunning landscapes and rich history. The Taliban government, which took control over three years ago, is eager to welcome these visitors. Tourism can be a big money-maker for countries. For Afghanistan, it's a ch...
The G7 recently made a big decision. They agreed to let the US off the hook on a global minimum tax. This tax was supposed to apply to all big companies worldwide. The idea was to make sure everyone pays their fair share. But the G7 said the US doesn't have to follow this rule, at least not right now. This deal comes at a tense time. The US and the EU are in the mid...
In Gaza, getting food has become a life-threatening task. Soldiers have come forward, sharing disturbing accounts of being ordered to shoot at starving crowds near food distribution sites. These sites, controlled by Israel, operate unpredictably, often leaving people desperate and vulnerable. The Israeli military faces serious accusations. Soldiers claim they've bee...
The National Weather Service in La Crosse confirmed that seven tornadoes touched down in their area on Wednesday. Most of these, six to be exact, happened in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Specifically, Houston County saw three tornadoes, La Crosse County had two, and Winona County experienced one. The tornadoes were rated EF-1 and EF-0, with wind speeds reaching up to 100...
Teachers play a big role in helping nurses who come from other countries. These nurses often need extra training to work in their new home. But what is it like for the teachers? Not many people talk about this. In Sweden, two universities run special programs for these nurses. The goal is to make sure they know what they need to work there. But the teachers in these...
In the vast world of animals, some have taken a different path. Instead of becoming more complex, they've become simpler. This is especially true for parasites. Scientists have been studying a group of tiny creatures called Syndermata. This group includes rotifers, Seisonidea, and thorny-headed worms. Some of these creatures are free-living, while others are parasiti...
Nike's stock price surged after the company shared its fiscal fourth-quarter results. The sportswear leader saw a 12% drop in revenue compared to last year, but it still managed to exceed what analysts had predicted. The company's profit also took a hit, falling to $211 million from $1. 5 billion the previous year. However, this was still better than what experts had...
Bill Moyers, a name that echoes through the halls of journalism and public broadcasting, has passed away at the age of 91. His journey was anything but ordinary, starting as a young preacher and evolving into a prominent journalist who left an indelible mark on television. Moyers' career was a mosaic of diverse roles. He served as a press secretary, a newspaper publ...