In Switzerland, rain often causes sewage systems to overflow. This sends untreated wastewater into rivers and lakes. But no one really knows how bad this is. Cheap sensors could help track these spills. Yet, most wastewater groups don't use them. It's not a tech problem. It's more about politics and
Scientists have created special tiny wires, called nanowires, that are really good at turning CO2 into useful stuff. These wires are made of two metals, palladium and copper, arranged in a unique way. The special thing about these wires is that they have tiny surfaces that are under stress, which ma
Ghislaine Maxwell, the former ally of Jeffrey Epstein, is currently behind bars for her role in Epstein's abuse of young girls. She's trying to get the Supreme Court to review her case, claiming that a deal made with Epstein should protect her from prosecution. Maxwell argues that a clause in Epstei
A peaceful Sunday turned tragic in Lexington, Kentucky, when a man opened fire at a local church. The incident began earlier that morning when the suspect, Guy House, shot a state trooper during a traffic stop. House then fled the scene, carjacked a vehicle, and headed to Richmond Road Baptist Churc
The top ethics official at the US Justice Department, Joseph Tirrell, was recently let go. This move is part of a bigger picture where high-ranking officials are being replaced. Tirrell, who had been leading the ethics office since 2023, announced his firing on LinkedIn. The letter he received from
The beloved animated series South Park is facing an uncertain future as a high-stakes financial dispute unfolds behind the scenes. The creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, are locked in a battle with Paramount Global and the incoming studio owner, Skydance. At the center of the conflict is a propos
The world of Harry Potter is coming to life again, this time on TV. HBO has started filming a new series based on the famous books by J. K. Rowling. The show will be a fresh take on the beloved story, with young actors stepping into the roles made famous by the movies. Dominic McLaughlin, an 11-yea
Love Island USA is not just another reality TV show. It has become a cultural phenomenon, drawing in viewers who usually don't watch dating shows. The seventh season, which aired on Peacock, has been a huge hit, with people tuning in six times a week. This is surprising in an era where streaming ser
The healthcare system is under pressure as the population ages. Hospitals are often overcrowded, and seniors frequently find themselves in a revolving door of visits. But what if technology could change this? Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a tool that could help. It allows doctors to keep an eye
Ever wonder how yoga affects your brain? A recent study used a special device called fNIRS to check out what happens in the frontal lobe during yoga. The experiment included 27 healthy adults who practiced yoga for about 23 minutes. This wasn't your typical yoga session; it mixed active poses with r
