Parents play a big role in how stressed their kids feel about school. A study looked at how moms and dads influence middle school students' physical exhaustion from schoolwork. It found that when both parents are on the same page, kids feel less stressed. But when one parent is strict and the other
Ivermectin is a drug that doesn't dissolve well in water. This can make it less effective because it doesn't absorb well in the body. Scientists have some data on how well it dissolves in single solvents and a few mixtures, but not enough in more complex combinations. Researchers decided to study h
Plastic particles, too small to see, might be sneaking into hospital IVs. These tiny bits, called nanoplastics, come from the plastic bags and tubes used for infusions. Scientists have known about bigger plastic bits in IVs, but these nanoplastics are a newer concern. They are hard to detect and mea
The Zonta Club of Austin is calling out to young women who are making waves in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). If you're between 18 and 35 and have made significant strides in these fields, this is your moment to shine. The club is now accepting applications for the 2026 Zonta Wom
Prisons in Spain are dealing with a tough issue: how to help inmates, especially those linked to terrorism, get better mentally. A new study talked to 24 prisoners and found out that fixing their minds is just as important as punishing them. These prisoners have given up their old ways, but changing
In September, a major global crypto exchange saw a huge jump in activity. Trading volume for new tokens shot up by 537%. More people started trading these new tokens, with a 64% increase in active traders. The exchange also added 34% more new tokens compared to August. Some tokens did really well,
Droughts are getting worse. They're lasting longer and hitting harder. Scientists have been studying how this affects grasslands and shrublands all over the world. They looked at 74 different places and found some interesting things. First, most ecosystems can handle droughts for a while. They migh
The world's oil market is a complex web of politics, economics, and global events. Recent conflicts and policy shifts have reshaped how countries think about energy security. For instance, Russia's actions in Ukraine have disrupted traditional oil flows, pushing countries to seek new suppliers and r
The tech world is buzzing with exciting developments. One standout is AI model distillation. This process shrinks large, costly AI models into smaller, more affordable ones. The goal? To make AI tools accessible to more people and businesses. Chris Lattner, a former Apple executive, is leading the
The NASCAR lawsuit is finally nearing its end after a long year of arguments. It all started when teams disagreed with NASCAR's rules and payments. Now, two teams, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, are fighting for a better deal. This week, a judge scheduled a meeting to help both sides agree.
