Wheat straw, often seen as farm waste, has a new role in cleaning up water. Scientists have found a way to tweak it chemically to soak up a harmful dye called Rhodamine B. This dye is tough to break down and can be toxic. The modified straw, now called EWS, is a game-changer. EWS is made by treatin
The recent fire in Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court apartment complex left deep scars. Many lives were lost, and countless families were left homeless. People were shocked and angry. They wanted answers. They wanted to know what went wrong. They wanted those responsible to be held accountable. But instea
Europe's plan to back Ukraine with a massive financial boost is facing some serious hurdles. The idea was to use frozen Russian assets worth up to 210 billion euros to give Ukraine a strong hand in talks with Moscow. But getting all European countries on board has been tricky, especially with Hungar
Kate, the Princess of Wales, shone brightly at the German state banquet. She wore a special tiara that hasn't been seen much. This tiara, called the Queen Victoria Oriental Circlet, is quite old. It was made in 1853 for Queen Victoria by her husband, Prince Albert. But it has a sad story. Prince Alb
A well-known British TV host, Laura Woods, surprised viewers when she fainted during a live soccer match. She was quickly taken to the hospital, but later shared that she was feeling better. Woods, who is 38 years old, posted on her Instagram story, saying she was sorry for worrying everyone. She me
Northern California’s coastline has always been a source of inspiration. From the dramatic cliffs of Big Sur to the misty shores of Marin, the natural beauty has sparked a new wave in luxury home design. Modern coastal homes are now blending sleek design with the raw power of the ocean, creating stu
Europe is trying to build a new fighter jet. It's called the Future Combat Air System (FCAS). Germany, France, and Spain are working together on this project. They plan to talk about it on December 11. The goal is to have this new jet ready by 2040. It will be worth 100 billion euros. That's a lot o
In a recent turn of events, the crew members of a cargo ship that was attacked and sunk in the Red Sea have been released. The ship, named Eternity C, was operated by a Greek company and flew the Liberian flag. It was targeted by Yemen's Houthi rebels in July, leading to its eventual sinking. The c
Stomach cancer is a big deal worldwide, ranking as the fifth most common cancer. It's not just one thing that causes it, but a mix of genes, lifestyle, and environment. Honduras stands out with some of the highest rates in the western hemisphere, and it's not the same everywhere in the country. Res
A cold wave is sweeping through the northern United States, and Pennsylvania is in its path. The polar vortex is to blame for this sudden drop in temperatures. The National Weather Service in State College predicts a low of 23 degrees tonight. Things won't warm up much on Thursday, with a high of 38
