Wenchang chicken, a prized dish from Hainan, China, is loved for its soft texture and special taste. But did you know that how you cook it can change its flavor? Two common ways to cook Wenchang chicken are steaming it over water (SW) and poaching it plain (PP). These methods affect the chemicals th
A beloved romantic tale is making a comeback. The 1995 movie "Sense and Sensibility" is hitting theaters again. This time, it's in stunning 4K. The showings are set for December 14th, 16th, and 17th. December 16th is extra special. It's the birthday of Jane Austen, the author who wrote the original
A recent global AI hackathon brought together over 1, 200 participants from 16 countries to tackle real-world problems in chemistry and materials science. This event, held at Duke University and other locations, challenged teams to develop prototypes using large language models (LLMs). Abstrax, a co
The US Senate Agriculture Committee has finally shared its draft on how to regulate the crypto market. This is a big deal because it shows that Congress is getting serious about setting rules for cryptocurrencies. The draft was put out by Republican Senator John Boozman and Democrat Senator Cory Bo
The U. S. Catholic Church is stepping into a new era with fresh leadership. Archbishop Paul Coakley from Oklahoma City has been chosen to lead the American bishops for the next three years. This comes at a time when immigration is a hot topic, both in the church and across the country. Archbishop C
Amazon MGM Studios has won a heated competition to secure the film rights for Rebecca Yarros' emotional romance novel, The Last Letter. This victory comes after a fierce bidding war that saw major players like Netflix and Paramount also vying for the rights. The novel, which was re-released this yea
In the lush hills of Himachal Pradesh, a sneaky virus is causing trouble for young cows. This isn't just any virus—it's the bovine respiratory syncytial virus, or BRSV for short. It's a big deal because it messes with the lungs, making it hard for calves to breathe. What's worse, this virus doesn't
Plant oils are packed with important fatty acids like omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9. These are good for our health, but measuring them accurately is tough. The problem? They are in tiny amounts and mixed with other stuff. Scientists have come up with a new method to tackle this issue. They created
In northern Nigeria, especially in the city of Kano, people's thoughts and feelings about the mpox vaccine are not well understood. A recent study tried to change that by looking at how aware people are about mpox, how much they think they are at risk, and whether they would get the vaccine. The st
A legal battle is heating up in West Virginia. A local group is suing the state's governor. They say he broke the rules by sending National Guard troops to Washington, D. C. The governor's office disagrees. They believe federal law backs up their decision. This isn't the first time this issue has b
