Blazars are among the most energetic and mysterious objects in the universe. They are a type of active galactic nucleus. They shoot out powerful jets of plasma that can be seen from billions of light-years away. To understand these cosmic powerhouses better, scientists are eager to use a special
The college basketball season wrapped up with some standout performances. Two young athletes made a significant impact. JuJu Watkins, a USC sophomore, dominated the women's side. She secured the AP Player of the Year award with an impressive 29 out of 31 votes. Her incredible stats, averaging 23.
Microsoft is celebrating 50 years since its creation. It started in 1975 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, under the name Micro-Soft. Bill Gates and Paul Allen were the founders. They had worked together before, in the early 70s, as part of the Lakeside Programming group. They also started a road traf
A well-known journalist is taking a step back from his long-time role. Eugene Robinson, who has been a familiar face at the Washington Post for decades, is leaving. This move comes after the newspaper's owner, Jeff Bezos, decided to change the focus of the opinion section. The new direction emphasiz
The skin of newborns is very delicate. Problems with their skin can lead to serious health issues. This is why nurses in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) have a big job. They must check newborns' skin regularly. This helps spot and treat any problems early. But here is the tricky part: nurses n
Lebanon is facing a waste crisis. The country's informal waste sector is a big part of the problem. The informal sector is made up of workers who collect and sort waste without any official rules or support. This might sound like a good thing, but it's not. It creates a lot of problems. The inf
A tornado was spotted near Canton, Texas, moving northeast around 3:11 p. m. The National Weather Service issued a warning, advising residents to take shelter immediately. This tornado was confirmed to be on the ground near the intersection of FM 17 and FM 1255, according to Captain Pete O’Reilly fr
Wastewater treatment plants are home to a vast and largely unknown world of tiny organisms. These plants use a process called activated sludge to clean water. This sludge is teeming with diverse microorganisms, many of which have never been studied before. Most research has focused on bacteria and v
Apple is switching things up with the iPhone 17 lineup. This time, they're taking cues from their popular smartwatch. The iPhone 17 family, especially the Air and Pro Max, is set to look quite different. For years, Apple has released four iPhone models: a basic one, a Plus, a Pro, and a Pro Max. But
The tech world is buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming Apple Watch releases in 2025. The Apple Watch Series 11 is expected to hit the market in September. This is not a surprise, as Apple has consistently launched a new Apple Watch model every year since 2014. The only exception was the ver
