Get ready for some wet holidays! California is bracing for a series of storms that might ruin some travel plans. Starting Sat morning, rain will hit San Francisco and Oakland, expect about a quarter to a third of an inch. The same day, North Bay valleys could get half an inch to three-quarters, whil
Scientists have been exploring how an enzyme from Mucor hiemalis, known as Endo-M, can stitch together sugar clusters on cyclodextrins. This enzyme is particularly interested in sugars attached to β-cyclodextrin, which are tiny, donut-shaped molecules. The game changes when these cyclodextrins have
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow. One of the main culprits behind AML is a gene called FLT3. When this gene gets messed up, it can make the cancer grow faster. Scientists have been trying to find ways to stop FLT3 from helping the cancer. In search
On a chilly December evening in rural Viola, Wisconsin, an unexpected turn of events took place on Church Road. An SUV, driven by an adult, swerved off the road and smashed into a guardrail. The impact caused the vehicle to tumble down a hill and into a nearby creek. Fortunately, the driver and pass
This holiday season, Americans are set to overspend on unwanted gifts, racking up a whopping $10. 1 billion in disappointing presents. That's right, nearly 53% of adults in the US will unwrap at least one gift they don't like. The average cost of these unwanted gifts has risen to $72, up from $66 la
Scientists set out to figure out how various drinks could impact modern dental materials called resin matrix ceramics (RMCs). These materials are used in tooth replacements and are made using computers. The team wanted to know how different liquids that mimic the effect of food and drinks in our mou
It's been a tough year for Diddy. After being arrested last September on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, he's been waiting behind bars for his trial set to start in May 2025. To make things worse, the Bad Boy Records founder is also facing several lawsuits involving allegations of sexua
In Idaho, medical boards have agreed to put a stop to investigations into healthcare providers who refer patients to other states for abortions. This decision comes as a result of an ongoing legal battle involving Planned Parenthood and two Idaho doctors. They sued Idaho's Attorney General, Raúl Lab
Mark Ronson, the musician known for hits like "Uptown Funk, " and Justin Theroux, the actor from "The Leftovers, " threw a big holiday bash at Pebble Bar. This spot is a celeb hangout with a secret entrance under Rockefeller Center. The party was their third annual event, and they managed to get Gho
In the world of vaccines, spotting side effects early is crucial. Traditional methods take a while before we see any data. With COVID-19 vaccines rolling out globally, people are talking about their experiences online. That's where our team comes in. We're using a smart tool to monitor social media
