The last 25 years have been a whirlwind of scientific progress. We've cracked the human genome, which is like having a massive instruction manual for building a person. This breakthrough has opened doors to new medical treatments and even the creation of synthetic life forms. CRISPR, a gene-editing
In a shocking turn of events, four individuals were taken into custody last week in Lucerne Valley, a small desert town east of Los Angeles. They are accused of planning a series of bombings across Southern California on New Year's Eve. The suspects are believed to be part of a splinter group called
HBO has been a big deal in the comedy world for a long time. It started the modern stand-up special trend and has helped famous comedians like Eddie Murphy and Chris Rock. Even though there are many comedy platforms now, HBO still stands out. It offers something different from the big, polished show
A rare guest from another star system is making a quick stop by Earth. This comet, named 3I/Atlas, is on a one-way trip through our solar system. It will be closest to our planet this week, but don't expect a close encounter. It's still very far away, about 167 million miles (269 million kilometers)
Lithium's price is climbing again, but it's not just electric cars driving this change. Energy storage is becoming a big deal. The cost of lithium has gone up by nearly half from its lowest point this year. It's still way below the crazy highs of 2022, but the trend is clear: lithium is making a com
The new auto loan interest deduction is causing quite a stir among banks, credit unions, and captive finance companies. The confusion lies in what exactly they need to tell car buyers about this tax break. There's no clear agreement on how to handle this yet. This tax break is part of a bigger law
KDE, a favorite among Linux users, just hit a major milestone. They raised over €297, 000, which is almost three times their goal of €100, 000. This is huge news for the Linux community, especially for those who are making the switch from Windows. KDE is known for its user-friendly interface and po
Amazon frogs are in trouble. Pesticides and climate change are teaming up to make life harder for them. Scientists wanted to see how these two problems affect frog tadpoles. They looked at two types of frogs: Osteocephalus taurinus and Scinax ruber. They tested how these tadpoles handle a pesticide
Anthony Joshua, a heavyweight boxing champion, has shown support for influencer boxing. This is a trend where famous people, who are not professional boxers, step into the ring. Joshua believes this is good for the sport. He thinks it shows that boxing can be successful without needing a championshi
Raya, the dating app known for its exclusivity, isn't exactly what many people think it is. It's often seen as a place where celebrities and influencers mingle, but the reality is quite different. Getting into Raya isn't easy. You have to apply, link your Instagram, and even get a referral from a c
