A sudden interruption in January brought a halt to a significant scientific endeavor. A call came in while a scientist was in the Sonoran Desert, escaping the cold of the Pacific Northwest. The message was clear: "All work on the National Nature Assessment must stop immediately. " This assessment wa
The last few months have been rough for Nvidia GPU users. It all began with the launch of the RTX 50-series cards in January. These new graphics cards brought with them a host of problems, including black screens, game crashes, and overall instability. This was not just an issue for new cards. Even
In China, the aging population is facing a double whammy. As people live longer, they are more likely to develop long-term physical health issues. These include problems like heart disease and diabetes. But that is not all. This age group is also at risk for mental health struggles. Think depression
A man who was wrongfully convicted of a 1993 murder in East LA was finally cleared of all charges. This man, Humberto "Beto" Duran, was locked away for nearly three decades before a judge officially declared him innocent. This declaration came after a lengthy process of legal battles and court proce
The UK's medical system is under the spotlight for its environmental impact. Plastic surgery procedures, known as free flap reconstruction, are a big part of this issue. These surgeries are lengthy and need a lot of staff and equipment. This means they use a lot of energy and resources. A recent
Soybeans are a big deal. They are a key player in the world of legumes and a top source of protein and oil for both animals and humans. The goal was to dive deep into soybean genetics. This is to help figure out how to boost protein production for both people and animals in the future. The study lo
In the quiet hours before dawn on April 21, 2025, a spectacular light display lit up the sky over Florida's Space Coast. This wasn't a natural phenomenon, but the result of a SpaceX launch. The company sent a Dragon spacecraft on its 32nd mission to the International Space Station. The Falcon 9 roc
A recent town hall in Florida turned into a heated debate when Congressman Byron Donalds faced a crowd eager to challenge his views. The event was anything but calm, with attendees frequently shouting and interrupting the congressman. Donalds, a member of the House Oversight Committee, found himself
Glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, has been a topic of debate for years. It has been found in various water sources, often accompanied by its harmful byproduct, aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA). This is a big deal because the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) labeled glyphosate a
In the mid-20th century, a significant portion of New Brunswick's forested areas faced severe defoliation. The solution? DDT, a powerful insecticide. Between 1952 and 1968, roughly half of the province's forests received aerial DDT treatments. This chemical was not a one-and-done deal. It stuck arou
