Have you ever wondered how tiny particles like cells can be moved around in tiny tubes? Scientists often use something called acoustofluidics to do this. It's like using sound to control the dance of these particles. One common tool for this is a microchannel made of a material called polydimethylsi
Ever wondered how different cultures around the world connect various social ideas and religions? Researchers recently analyzed the Google matrix of Wikipedia articles from eight different language editions: English, Arabic, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, and Chinese. They focused on 23
In a surprising move, two columnists have left the Los Angeles Times. They weren't happy with the paper's owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong. They think he's too cozy with President-elect Donald Trump. Harry Litman, who wrote for the LA Times for over 15 years, announced his resignation in a newsletter. He
Bitcoin, the top cryptocurrency, just crossed $100, 000. On December 5, it reached an all-time high of $103, 679, after starting at just a few bucks in 2011. Despite critics from big finance and economists, Bitcoin kept climbing. Now, with a new government that likes crypto, everyone's wondering: wh
As cryptocurrency becomes more popular, so do crypto influencers sharing investment tips. But are their recommendations worth following? According to a new study, not really. While their tweets might grab attention and initially boost crypto prices, the hype doesn't last long. Prices often drop soon
Bitcoin made history by crossing the $100, 000 mark late on Wednesday. This milestone came just hours after former President Donald Trump announced his choice for the new Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair, Paul Atkins. Atkins is known for his support of cryptocurrency, which could lead
It was 2 a. m. when several stars, including Chance the Rapper and Kehlani, hit Miami nightclub E11even to start their Art Basel celebrations. They joined Anderson . Paak, who was spinning tunes under his DJ alias, Pee Wee. The crowd included Janelle Monáe, Joey Bada$$, Jeezy, and even Marcus Jordan
NASA's Artemis program has hit a few bumps on the road to the moon. The plan to land astronauts there by 2026 has been pushed back to at least mid-2027. This isn't the first delay for the program, which has been adjusting its timeline as it prepares for its first crewed mission to the moon since the
Lululemon, the popular athletic apparel brand, has seen some interesting shifts in sales. While growth in the U. S. is slowing down, the company is making big strides abroad. This international success has led to a 9% increase in overall sales compared to last year. The company just shared its finan
The crypto world just hit a big number: Bitcoin reached $100, 000. We've all heard about it, but what's next? Figuring out the value of Bitcoin isn't easy; people use different ways to guess what it's worth. One guide from the CFA Institute suggests four methods: imagining everyone switched to Bitco
