There's a big problem with certain chemicals. Nitroaromatic compounds (NACs) and radioactive iodine can hurt people and the environment. Scientists are working hard to find ways to detect and clean up these harmful substances. They've created two special materials called HTAEA and HTMB. These are l
In a recent survey, a large number of Americans believe that democracy is in danger. Three out of four people think that politically motivated violence is a serious issue. This comes at a time when the country is deeply divided. The survey was conducted by Marist and included over 1, 300 adults. It
The opioid crisis is not just about those who use these drugs. It also affects families and communities. One way to fight this problem is by tracking prescriptions more strictly. This can help reduce domestic violence, especially against women. Strict rules on tracking prescriptions have been put i
Blue Origin is getting closer to sending its New Glenn rocket on its second trip to space. This time, the rocket might be heading to Mars. The company has already tested the second stage of the rocket in April. Right now, the first stage is being prepped at their Florida base. The second launch was
The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a big splash by trading for star cornerback Jalen Ramsey. This move comes after the Dolphins made it clear they were open to trading him. Ramsey, who is 30 years old, has been a top performer in the NFL, earning three All-Pro honors and seven Pro Bowl selections. T
Denis Villeneuve is set to helm the next James Bond film, but there's a catch. He won't have final cut privileges, and he's only committed to one movie. This isn't new for the Bond franchise. No director has ever had final say under the Broccoli family's watch, and that rule still stands even with A
Freeze-drying, or lyophilization, is a big deal in medicine. It's a process that makes drugs last longer, especially important ones like antibiotics. In fact, most of the antibiotics on the World Health Organization's Essential Medicines list are freeze-dried. This means they can be stored for a lon
Melissa Hortman, a prominent figure in Minnesota politics, was laid to rest alongside her husband, Mark, after a tragic and politically charged assassination. The couple, along with their beloved golden retriever, was killed in their home on June 14, shocking the community and the nation. The attack
The Supreme Court recently made a decision that didn't directly address the big question: Can the president end birthright citizenship? Instead, they focused on whether individual judges can block federal policies across the entire country. This decision is complex but important, as it changes how f
Badar Khan Suri, a scholar from Georgetown University, found himself in a tough spot. He was held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for months. During this time, he had to get creative to stay connected with his three kids. He told his twin sons a story about being lost in the clouds, try
