Governor Rick Perry deserves praise for leading Texas in renewable energy. However, his recent statements on whales and renewable energy projects are off the mark. He's worried about whales, but so far, no U. S. whale has died due to wind turbines. There just aren’t that many offshore wind projects
Scientists are on a mission to pinpoint the exact moment when neurons, grown in a lab, reach full maturity. This time, they're using a nifty tool called Raman spectroscopy and a clever method known as Dynamic Network Biomarker (DNB) analysis. The goal? To spot the critical shift during neuron develo
Did you know that your old t-shirts could be adding to the planet's plastic pollution? A recent study found that the global apparel industry spits out over 20 million tons of plastic waste each year. This isn't just from packaging; it's from the clothes themselves. Most of our clothes are made of sy
Once a shining star in the National Football League (NFL), Aaron Rodgers' image has taken a nosedive. The Packers quarterback, known for his brilliance on the field, now faces criticism off it. The COVID-19 vaccine scenario revealed a side of Rodgers that upset many fans. Some see his actions as a c
Growing up is tough, and for kids with chronic diseases in Iran, it can be even tougher. These kids face extra challenges that can make their symptoms worse and lower their quality of life. So, scientists in Iran decided to look into different ways to help these kids feel better. They reviewed lots
Imagine observing how people move and interact in a bustling city without interrupting their daily routines. That’s the potential of using video cameras to assess physical activity and other well-being behaviors in urban environments. Traditional methods often rely on multiple human observers, which
Ever heard of hyperphosphatemia? It's a problem that many people with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) face. High phosphorus levels can lead to issues like hormone imbalances, bone problems, and even heart risks. The good news is that there are new treatments available. But the real question is
This week, the UK Ministry of Defense (MOD) announced a significant breakthrough. The British Army successfully tested a high-energy laser weapon, integrated on an armored vehicle for the first time. The laser effectively took down flying drones during the trial at Radnor Range in Wales. This laser
In recent weeks, something unusual has been happening above a U. S. military base and other spots in Germany. Unknown drones have been spotted flying over the Ramstein Air Base, as well as the companies Rheinmetall and BASF. The drones appeared in the evening of December 3 and 4, causing some concer
Lawmakers from both political parties are voicing concerns about how the federal government is handling mysterious drone sightings in the Northeast. On Sunday, they highlighted gaps in the response and called for more transparency. Officials have confirmed drone activity but insist there's no securi
