Scientists tested a new type of concrete made mostly from red mud, a leftover from aluminum production. They wanted to see how long it could last in salty water and when it gets wet and dry over and over. Instead of just watching if it cracked or broke, they measured how strong it stayed, how easily
For many young men of color—especially Black students—the barbershop isn’t just about sharp fades and fresh lines. It’s a meeting spot where ideas flow as freely as the clippers buzz. A Connecticut university turned this familiar space into a structured support system called Barbershop Talks—where f
SEVENTEEN’s Vernon and The8 are teaming up for a new album under the name V8, set to drop on June 29. This isn’t just another side project—it’s part of SEVENTEEN’s plan to keep music flowing while most members serve in the military. The group has a history of splitting into smaller units for release
A large survey of over 1, 100 university students from twelve cities shows cinema is still mostly a group activity for this generation. Instead of seeing movies as a way to escape loneliness, most students said they go to laugh and chat with friends afterwards. The big screens and surround sound als
The West Virginia University baseball team made history last weekend by earning its first-ever trip to the Men's College World Series. After a dominant 17-1 victory over Cal Poly in the Super Regional, the Mountaineers should have been celebrating. Instead, Mother Nature decided to crash the party.
A single pine tree clings to the rocky peak of China’s Huangshan Mountain, its twisted branches reaching out like welcoming arms. Known as the Guest-Greeting Pine, this thousand-year-old survivor stands as both a tourist magnet and a fragile symbol of nature’s endurance. For the past sixteen years,
Work zones on highways slow down traffic but also force drivers to merge suddenly. Signs like flashing speed limits or digital message boards try to guide this process. A new look at real driving data from cameras and weather reports shows how these signs actually affect the choices drivers make. R
New York is gearing up to welcome thousands of World Cup fans this summer, and state officials aren’t missing a chance to teach visitors how to use marijuana the legal way. With soccer matches just a train ride away and over 200 licensed dispensaries in the area, the state wants fans to know where t
Bitcoin recently slipped below $60, 000, a fresh low in its current cycle, and investors are scratching their heads over what’s behind the slide. While some might blame a single factor, the reality looks more complex. A mix of hot trends in AI and big tech stock listings is pulling money away from c
Lawmakers in Washington are finally rolling up their sleeves on crypto taxes. The House Ways and Means Committee dropped seven draft bills recently, signaling the start of serious talks on how digital assets should be taxed. These aren’t just random ideas—they’re the first real steps toward turning
