In hot and humid places, roads take a beating. The main issue is something called rutting, where tire tracks get deep over time. This is a big deal because it affects how we plan road maintenance. But predicting this has been tricky. A group of researchers decided to tackle this problem. They gathe
Maize is a big deal. It's a staple food for many people around the world. But growing it in dry, arid places is tough. That's why scientists are always looking for new types of maize that can handle harsh conditions and still give good harvests. Recently, researchers in Egypt tested 14 new kinds of
In Atlanta, a unique soccer showdown took place. It wasn't just about Lionel Messi facing his old team, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Many players on both sides had history with PSG. Luis Enrique, the coach of PSG, once managed Messi, Luis Suárez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets at Barcelona. On the ot
Cooper Flagg is making waves, not just in basketball but also in his home state of Maine. This young athlete is all set to make history as the first No. 1 pick from Maine in the NBA draft. It's a big deal for a state known more for its scenic beauty than its basketball talent. Flagg, who hails from
In China, electric vehicles (EVs) are not just a trendy choice but a practical one. Drivers like Lu Yunfeng and Sun Jingguo prefer EVs because they are cost-effective and eco-friendly. This shift is not just about individual choices but about a national strategy. China, once known for its bicycles,
Europe is looking to reduce its dependence on American tech. This move comes after a series of events that highlighted the risks of relying heavily on US technology. The spark came when the US government took action against Karim Khan, the head of the International Criminal Court. The ICC had issued
The World Health Organization supports two types of medication abortion. Both are safe and effective. One combines two drugs, mifepristone and misoprostol. The other uses only misoprostol. In the US, most medication abortions use both drugs. However, political and legal pressures may change this. Mo
A recent court decision has thrown a wrench into a presidential attempt to change how elections are run in the U. S. A federal judge in Massachusetts put a stop to an executive order that aimed to shake up voting procedures nationwide. The order, issued in March, wanted states to demand proof of cit
Sleep is crucial for making good choices. Yet, many studies focus on broad behaviors and miss the details of how sleep loss messes with our brains. This piece looks at how missing out on sleep affects different parts of decision-making. It also points out some big problems with how these studies a
The protein p53 is a big deal in the world of cancer research. It's known for its ability to stop cells from turning cancerous. It does this by keeping an eye on DNA and fixing any issues that pop up. But when p53 gets mutated, it can't do its job properly. In fact, these mutations are found in over
