A new technique has been developed to control brain activity without the need for invasive surgery or genetic changes. This method uses special nanoparticles to stimulate neurons deep within the brain using near-infrared light. This is a big deal because it allows scientists to study how the brain w
Blood cancers can be tough to beat. But there is hope. One method that has shown promise is allogeneic peripheral-blood stem-cell transplantation. This is a fancy way of saying using stem cells from a matched related donor. This process is often used after a patient has gone through myeloablative
Gaming enthusiasts have been buzzing about the PlayStation 6. Sony Interactive Entertainment's new leader, Hideaki Nishino, recently shared some insights about the company's plans. He spoke about the future of gaming consoles in a chat with investors. The discussion focused on whether cloud gaming c
The 2025 U. S. Open is proving to be a real test for golfers. Only a small group of 10 players out of 156 managed to finish the first round under par. This is a clear sign of how challenging Oakmont Country Club is this year. At the top of the leaderboard after the first round is J. J. Spaun. He sh
The House of Representatives made a significant move by voting to cut two years of funding, totaling $1. 1 billion, for public media outlets. This decision, which narrowly passed with a 214 to 212 vote, was largely along party lines, with only two Republicans switching their votes. The request for t
The Middle East is on edge following a series of Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and military leadership. Iran has promised a strong response, with its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, threatening "severe punishment. " The strikes have left many dead, including top military figures a
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has delivered a stunning snapshot of the universe, packed with thousands of galaxies. This image is not just a pretty picture. It holds a treasure trove of information about the universe's history. The COSMOS-Web team, led by Dr. Ghassem Gozaliasl from the Unive
Denver's beloved taco joint, El Taco de Mexico, is back serving its famous tacos. This family-owned restaurant has been a staple in the city since 1985. The family moved to Denver from California. They had to close temporarily due to a significant water leak. This news came as a relief to many custo
The quest to convert trash into biogas has led to some interesting discoveries. Scientists have been tinkering with temperature and particle size to see how they affect the breakdown of organic waste. They tested three types of waste: food scraps, paper, and yard clippings. The temperatures they use
Hyderabad, India, is grappling with a serious issue: flooding. This problem is getting worse due to two big factors: climate change and rapid urban growth. To tackle this, a detailed study was conducted. This study looked at how flooding might change from 2020 to 2075. It considered both how the cli
