Imagine a space rock, named 2024 YR4, cruising through the cosmos. Scientists have given it a 2% chance of hitting Earth in 2032. That might sound alarming, but let's break it down. First off, this asteroid is not a "planet-killer. " It's much smaller than the one that wiped out the dinosaurs 66 mi
Two astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, launched to the International Space Station (ISS) in June. Their trip was supposed to be short, but things didn't go as planned. The Boeing Starliner spacecraft had some issues with its thrusters. This led to a lot of discussions and investigations on
Imagine tiny sheets of boron nitride, so small that you can't see them with the naked eye. These sheets, called boron nitride nanosheets (BNNSs), have some amazing properties. They're strong, stable, and can be used in many different ways. But there's a catch. Making them and getting them to mix wel
Scientists have been looking into how tiny molecules called tetracarboxylic acid (H4IMD) behave when they are left to their own devices. These molecules have a special part called an imidazole group. When two of these molecules get together, they form a bond through something called N-H···O hydrogen
Fashion's dark side has been under the spotlight for years. The industry's rapid pace and cheap prices have led to a lot of waste and harm to the environment. As a result, sustainable fashion has become a trend. But what drives women to choose sustainable fashion? And what stops them? A recent study
The world has seen a big change in how social care is handled. Over the past ten years, digital or electronic records have become more common. These records help keep track of important information for providing services. The COVID-19 pandemic sped up this change. In the UK, the government even set
Microplastics, tiny particles smaller than 1 mm, are everywhere. They come from factories making plastic and from bigger plastic waste breaking down over time. These tiny bits of plastic behave differently in the environment because of their small size and unique surface chemistry. Think of it like
In the dead of night, a Russian drone struck the damaged nuclear power plant at Chernobyl. The target was the massive concrete shelter built to keep radiation in check. This shelter, known as the New Safe Confinement, was damaged in the attack. The shelter, a marvel of modern engineering, was comple
The Jets have made a big move. They said goodbye to Aaron Rodgers. This wasn't a surprise, but it's a risky decision. The new leaders, head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey, have a tough job ahead. They have a team with some good players, but they don't have a starting quarterback
Dongmen Village, nestled in the heart of Fujian Province, China, is more than just a place on a map. It's a community where people's deep love for their home drives them to take action for sustainability. The villagers here don't just talk about their love for their village; they show it through the
