Pigs can get really sick from a virus called PEV-G. It causes problems like diarrhea, brain swelling, trouble breathing, and even issues with reproduction. Normally, finding this virus takes a lot of time and special tools. But now, there are new ways to detect it quickly and easily. Two new method
Plastic waste is a big problem. Sorting it correctly is super important for recycling to work well. Right now, most systems use fancy cameras or big computers that aren't very flexible. This makes recycling expensive and not very good at handling different types of plastic. A new study looked at a
In the world of small businesses, finding creative solutions to big problems is key. One such business, Keeley Electronics, has been hit hard by U. S. tariffs on imports from China. The company, which makes guitar pedals, relies on a specific component called a potentiometer, which can only be sourc
Scientists have stumbled upon something bizarre. Tiny clusters of frog stem cells, known as xenobots, are doing things that defy our usual ideas of life and death. These little creatures, designed by scientists, can move, heal themselves, and even work together. They're not quite alive, but they're
Ronald Meyboom was a man who spent his life making sure medicines were safe. He worked in a field called pharmacovigilance. This means he kept an eye on drugs to make sure they did not cause harm. His work was important because it helped people use medicines safely. He was born and raised in the Ne
California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, has been using crime statistics to defend the state's reputation. He often highlights that California's homicide rate is lower than some other states, like Missouri. However, this comparison is misleading. Missouri's high homicide rate is largely due to St. Louis
Bryan Kohberger's decision to plead guilty in the murder case of four University of Idaho students shifts the power dynamic in unexpected ways. By avoiding a trial, Kohberger keeps the full story to himself, leaving many questions unanswered. Experts suggest this gives him a strange kind of control,
Deep-sea microbes are the hidden superstars of our planet. They play a huge role in keeping Earth's systems running smoothly. Yet, most people don't know much about them. This is a big problem. These tiny organisms are often overlooked in favor of bigger, more visible sea creatures. Many stories ab
Difenoconazole, a common fungicide in farming, often ends up in rivers and streams. This can be bad news for fish. A recent study took a close look at how this chemical affects a type of fish called Pethia conchonius, found in the Teesta River. The study found that even small amounts of difenoconaz
Psoriasis is a skin condition that can be quite tough to deal with. It causes red, scaly patches on the skin and can make life really hard for those who have it. Recently, a new drug called risankizumab has been approved to help people with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. This drug works by tar
