Have you ever wondered why some molecules glow brightly when they're together but barely shine when they're alone? This is what scientists call aggregation-induced emission (AIE). One such molecule is the dibenzoylmethanatoboron difluoride complex. In simple terms, this complex has a special trick u
Russia launched a huge number of missiles and drones, targeting Ukraine's power plants. This was one of the biggest attacks since the war began. Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said the attack happened overnight and into the morning. Ukrainian air defenses managed to shoot down many of the
Victoria Kjær Theilvig, a 21-year-old entrepreneur and aspiring lawyer from Denmark, has become the first Dane to win Miss Universe. She beat over 120 contestants at the annual beauty pageant held in Mexico City on Saturday. The evening was hosted by Mario Lopez and former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo
Malaria has a sneaky way of spreading from humans to mosquitoes, thanks to tiny structures called gametocytes. These act like mysterious switchboards, turning on and off when needed. So, what's the secret to their quick transformation? A team of researchers decided to zoom in on the mitochondria, th
Have you ever thought about flies as potential villains in the fight against superbugs? These tiny insects can spread dangerous bacteria that are resistant to our strongest antibiotics. One such group of bacteria, called carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE), is causing a lot of worry around t
Adipose tissue is a dynamic organ crucial for survival roles like immune responses and thermogenesis. New studies reveal it has a complex anatomy and physiology. Vasoactive intestinal peptide, known as VIP, and its receptors (VPAC1 and VPAC2) play significant roles in various bodily functions. Howev
Did you know that the far side of the moon, the part we never see from Earth, had its own share of volcanic activity? This was proven by a recent study that analyzed rocks and dirt brought back by China's Chang'e-6 spacecraft. Scientists found fragments of volcanic rock that were over 2 billion year
The heavyweight fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson was a massive hit online, with Netflix reporting that around 60 million households tuned in. The peak viewership reached 65 million at one point. This is big news for live streaming events. While the exact numbers aren't out yet, Netflix says th
A recent report has highlighted some serious issues in the Santa Clara County Office of Education. The 42-page report found that the county’s education board wasn’t following its own rules, leading to a strained relationship with the office’s administration. This could end up costing the county and
Echinoderms are a group of sea creatures known for their unique bodies and rich fossil history. One of their standout features is Mutable Collagenous Tissue (MCT), a special kind of connective tissue that can change shape quickly. This makes it hard to trace their evolution in the geological record.
