Scientists have found something unusual in how certain materials behave when pressure is applied. These materials, known as amorphous solids, don't have a regular structure. When pressure is increased, they act like normal elastic materials. But when the pressure is reduced, they start to flow like
Texas Republicans have a plan to change the state's political boundaries. They want to gain five more seats in the House of Representatives. The new map would turn three Democratic districts into Republican strongholds. These districts voted for Kamala Harris in the last election, but under the new
Emergency funds act as a safety net, especially for those with unpredictable incomes. They prevent people from dipping into their retirement savings when unexpected expenses pop up. Research shows that having even a small emergency fund can make a big difference. People with at least $2, 000 saved a
San Jose is taking a close look at its housing plans. The city is reviewing its General Plan, which happens every four years. But there's a problem. The current plan might not be helping to build more homes. In fact, it could be making things worse. Before 2007, San Jose built about the same number
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Donald Trump's administration has taken a significant step to undo a key climate regulation. They want to get rid of a 2009 finding that said greenhouse gases, like carbon dioxide, are bad for public health and the environment. This finding h
SC State University is making big moves to tackle their housing problem. They're planning to build new dorms and renovate old ones to make room for more students. The university is looking to get some serious cash from a federal program to help pay for these projects. They're planning to build a hu
When we talk about Black moms' health, it's usually all doom and gloom. We hear a lot about the bad stuff, like how Black moms face more risks and challenges. But that's not the whole story. Black moms also have stories of joy, strength, and thriving. It's time to focus on those stories too. For a
In a surprising turn of events, several cryptocurrency regulation bills supported by former President Donald Trump faced a setback in the House of Representatives. The bills did not gain enough support to proceed to the next stage, with a vote tally of 196 in favor and 223 against. This outcome was
Bitcoin took a tumble recently, dropping below $117, 000. This happened after some crypto bills got stuck in Congress, unable to move forward. It's a big deal because bitcoin had been soaring, hitting record highs thanks to big investors buying into bitcoin ETFs. People were hopeful that new laws wo
House Republicans recently shook things up by voting against a key procedural measure. This vote was meant to advance several bills related to cryptocurrency and a Defense Department funding bill. The move caught many off guard, especially since it was supposed to be a big week for crypto under Pres
