Let’s think about trying to attract a diverse group of people to work for your company. Some companies say they care about diversity, but others go further and set clear goals, like hiring one woman or person of color for every White man. Does this make a difference to people looking for jobs, espec
The season finale of Landman on Paramount Plus hit a nerve with fans due to an unexpected strip club scene involving senior citizens. The show, which follows the adventures of Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton), an oil and gas company's 'landman', took a surprising turn when Angela (Ali Larter), Tomm
Apples are loved globally, but did you know that most of the apples we eat today come from just a few types? This makes our apple supply very vulnerable to bad weather, pests, and diseases. Wild apples are a great way to bring in helpful traits to make our apples stronger, but they're hard to breed
The University of South Carolina is marking a big milestone this school year—it's the 50th anniversary of women's varsity sports! The university threw a special celebration to honor the female student-athletes who have made a mark on Gamecock Athletics. On Sunday, over 250 former athletes, represent
Want to find rare fish without actually seeing them? Scientists have come up with a clever way using something called eDNA. This stands for environmental DNA, which is basically tiny bits of DNA that living things leave behind in their environment. To detect this eDNA, scientists use a combination
Did you know that plastic waste can take hundreds of years to break down? That's why scientists are on the hunt for better solutions. One promising find is polyhydroxybutyrate, or PHB, a biodegradable polymer made by microbes. Mexico, with its diverse microbial world, is a hotspot for these tiny hel
It's no secret that cutting down on meat is good for both people and the planet. University cafeterias, where millions of students eat daily, offer a great chance to encourage young folks to try meat-free meals. This study looked at why some students in a French university cafeteria picked vegetaria
In a surprising turn of events, the Chargers almost closed the gap but the Texans' special teams had other plans. Quarterback Justin Herbert managed to toss an 86-yard touchdown pass to Ladd McConkey, despite facing a critical third-and-26. McConkey's catch and run saw him escaping several tackles a
Boston's MGH and Brigham and Women's hospitals are growing, adding new buildings and acquiring smaller hospitals. This growth isn't cheap. The massive $1. 9 billion expansion project on Cambridge Street is proof of that. But what's the cost to patients? With more market power, these big hospitals ca
In response to Donald Trump's upcoming presidency, several major tech companies like Meta and Amazon are rethinking their diversity initiatives. They're not alone; other corporations across the U. S. are making similar moves. Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, recently informed its
