The journey from coal to graphite is no easy task. It involves pushing coal to its limits with extreme heat. This process was put to the test with coal from Huyan Mountain in China. The goal was to see how this coal behaves under intense heat, ranging from 2100 to 3000 degrees Celsius. The coal was
Ganoderma lucidum, a type of mushroom, is known for its beneficial sugars. These sugars are important in food and medicine. Nitrogen is key to making these sugars. However, the exact way nitrogen affects sugar production in mushrooms is not fully understood. To explore this, researchers looked at h
The U. S. economy is feeling the strain of the ongoing trade war. The job market has shown signs of slowing down. This is happening as the president's trade policies start to impact the broader economy. In April, the number of new jobs created was 177, 000. This is a slight decrease from the previou
In the heart of Pennsylvania, a troubling trend emerged between October 2024 and March 2025. This trend involved a surge in severe withdrawal symptoms among opioid users. This was not due to the opioids themselves, but rather a sneaky addition of medetomidine. This substance is usually a sedative
Respawn Entertainment, the team behind Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Jedi: Survivor, has made a significant change. They decided to stop working on two projects that were just starting out. Instead, they are putting all their energy into the upcoming sequel to Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and creatin
In the heart of Alabama, a serious health issue has been quietly affecting residents for over two decades. Lowndes County, where over 70 percent of the population is Black and the median income is around $35, 000, has been struggling with a lack of proper sanitation. This problem has led to a resurg
The United States has a long history of racial injustice, one of the most visible examples is the disproportionate number of Black individuals in prisons. This issue became more pronounced after the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994. This law led to a significant increase in the
A recent study has cracked open a new way to look at insect eyes. It's all about a tiny wasp. The wasp is called Megaphragma viggianii. This wasp is so small, it's hard to see with the naked eye. But don't let its size fool you. Its eyes are packed with details that are helping scientists under
The human shoulder is a complex joint. It allows for a wide range of motion. This makes it prone to issues as people age. One solution for severe shoulder problems is reverse shoulder arthroplasty. This is a type of surgery. It replaces the shoulder joint with an artificial one. The goal is to reduc
President Trump has decided to ease up on his 25% tariffs on cars and car parts. This is a big change, as these import taxes were causing trouble for U. S. car makers. The idea is to give automakers a break while they move more of their production to the United States. The administration is offering
