The Las Vegas Raiders have made a significant move by extending quarterback Geno Smith's contract. The deal is worth up to $85. 5 million over two years, with $75 million in new money and an additional $10. 5 million in performance-based incentives. Smith is now guaranteed $66. 5 million, securing h
The US South is facing a severe weather crisis. The storms have already claimed at least four lives. The storms have been particularly brutal in Western Tennessee and Missouri. The National Weather Service has issued warnings about the potential for more fatalities. The storms have caused signif
Brown trout are a fascinating example of how animals change their habits as they grow. This process, called ontogenetic niche shifts, greatly influences how many fish there are and how big they get. But here is the kicker: the environment where they live can limit these changes. To dive into this, a
The world of plants and animals is full of different types of organisms. Some have more than two sets of chromosomes. These are called autopolyploids. Others have the usual two sets, known as diploids. Scientists have studied how these groups interact and survive for a long time. The creation o
In the realm of blood cancers, tiny messengers are at work. These aren't your typical couriers, but minuscule particles called extracellular vesicles. They're like tiny bubbles that cells release, carrying a mix of molecules inside them. These bubbles are not just passive bystanders. They play a cru
Brain injuries from explosions are a big deal. They have become more common in both soldiers and civilians. The long-term effects can be serious, including problems with thinking and memory. But not everyone is affected the same way. Genes and gender play a big role in how well someone bounces back
Parkinson's disease is a tricky condition. It is influenced by a mix of genes, environment, and lifestyle. Roughly 30% of the risk comes from genes. However, a lot of the genetic puzzle is still missing. This is partly because most studies focus on European ancestry. Latin America offers a chan
The National Institute on Aging is on a mission to find ways to help people live longer and healthier lives. In 2013, they kicked off a special project called the Caenorhabditis Intervention Testing Program. This program uses a tiny worm, the C. elegans, to test different drugs. These worms live for
The quest for efficient hydrogen storage has led scientists to explore various materials. One such material is covalent organic frameworks (COFs). These structures are known for their large surface areas and adjustable pores. However, their interaction with hydrogen is often too weak. This is a prob
Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a leading cause of inherited blindness globally. It causes a slow but steady loss of both rod and cone photoreceptor cells. These cells are crucial for seeing in the dark and during the day, respectively. Most RP-causing genes only affect rods, but cones also die off lat
