Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has taken a firm stand against corruption by targeting his former business partner, Timur Mindich. Zelensky imposed sanctions on Mindich, who is accused of being involved in a major corruption scandal within the country's energy sector. The scandal involves a s
Ayahuasca, a plant-based drink used in spiritual ceremonies, has two main active ingredients: DMT and harmine. DMT is a psychedelic compound, while harmine helps the body absorb DMT better. Recently, scientists wanted to see if these compounds could protect brain cells from the harmful effects of co
In a bold move, the United States has slapped sanctions on a Myanmar militia group for its role in cyber scams. This group, the Democratic Karen Benevolent Army, along with four of its leaders, is now in the U. S. Treasury Department's crosshairs. The sanctions also extend to entities and an individ
In a lively Tokyo bar, a group of strong, muscular women are breaking the mold of traditional Japanese beauty standards. These women, known as "Muscle Girls, " are challenging the norm that women should be thin and delicate. They are showing that strength and muscle can also be beautiful. The bar,
Oregon's lawmakers claim they've finally met the school funding targets set by the Quality Education Commission. This is the first time in 25 years they've said this. But not everyone is convinced. The commission said the state needed $13. 5 billion to fully fund schools. Lawmakers approved $11. 36
The U. S. is stepping up its game against crypto scams. A new team, called the Scam Center Strike Force, is joining forces to take down these frauds. This team includes the DOJ, FBI, Secret Service, and others. They aim to stop scams that trick people out of billions of dollars. These scams, known
Adam Brian Kaiser's journey from a science background to becoming a chocolatier is quite the story. It all started when he moved to Syracuse and began making bonbons as a hobby. His friends and family loved his creations, which sparked an idea: why not turn this passion into a business? Kaiser didn
Antia Veal is a scientist with a story to tell. She's not just a professor at Quinsigamond Community College, teaching human biology to aspiring nurses. She's also a voice for change, speaking out about the need for more diversity in medical studies and the importance of accurate science communicati
Gamma-ray bursts are intense flashes of energy that light up the universe. They were first spotted in the late 1960s, making them a relatively recent discovery in space science. These bursts are short-lived, lasting from a fraction of a second to a few thousand seconds. The bursts are caused by ext
In the 2030s, Japan's space agency has big plans. They're thinking about sending a spacecraft called GREX-PLUS into space. This isn't just any spacecraft. It's packed with tools to help us understand how galaxies and planets are made. GREX-PLUS has a big mirror, 1. 2 meters wide, that's kept super
