Recent science shows that a simple gas—hydrogen—is more than just a building block of water. Because it is so small, the molecule can slip through cell walls and even the blood‑brain barrier, reaching places that many medicines cannot. Researchers have tested hydrogen in a variety of ways: breathing
A woman in San Rafael was killed on 1 Feb 1966. Her husband, a banker, had just left for surgery, so the victim was alone when an unknown intruder entered. Investigators found three Salem cigarettes in a table ashtray – the victim never smoked that brand, so they kept them as evidence. Back then, p
The governor has named a state of emergency for Baker, Deschutes and Umatilla counties because the rain is far below normal. The drought began in late spring and has not eased, with forecasts showing even less rain for the summer. Officials warn that the lack of water will hurt farmers, ranche
President Donald Trump has reportedly talked about removing Attorney General Pam Bondi, according to several unnamed insiders. He is unhappy with what he calls her lack of vigor in pursuing his political opponents and how she handled the Epstein investigation. The president has even suggested tha
Out in the Mediterranean’s murky waters lives a creature most people never notice. Smaller than a thumbnail, this shrimp-like bug—Idotea balthica—quietly holds more genes than humans do. Researchers only noticed because its genetic mix was too complex to ignore. Even now, one-third of those genes mi
Feminine fashion used to get dismissed as weak or silly. But something has changed recently. Online creators are turning heads with bright colors and playful styles not just to stand out, but to make a point. They wear pink wigs, heavy makeup, and sparkly outfits on purpose. This isn’t just about lo
Some people say you shouldn’t mix politics with fun things like music or puzzles. But history shows that when famous faces speak up, they often light a path through dark times. Think of Billie Holiday, whose song about injustice became a weapon against oppression. Even though she was dying, authorit
This year has brought warmer temperatures sooner than usual to Santa Clarita Valley, waking up rattlesnakes earlier and pushing them into areas where people walk, hike, or just hang out. Unlike some animals that hide from cold, these snakes actually prefer the heat and become active as soon as the s
Scientists found a protein in farmed tilapia that acts like an infection alarm. Called IRF5, it helps fish cells recognize threats like viruses and bacteria. When attackers show up, IRF5 gets more active in the fish’s head kidney—a place where immune cells are stored. This isn’t just some minor reac
A special kind of crystal, made from both organic and inorganic parts, can change how it interacts with light when squeezed. Scientists usually expect that squeezing such materials will weaken their ability to produce a second‑harmonic signal, a process where incoming light doubles its frequency. Th
