In a fascinating study, scientists examined how asparagine (C4H8N2O3) behaves in water at cold temperatures. Using a technique called Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR), they looked at the dielectric properties of asparagine in water over a wide range of temperatures and frequencies. They found two mai
Get ready for a thrilling matchup between North Carolina Central (NCCU) and North Carolina A&T State (NC A&T) this Saturday. These two teams bring a rich history to the court, with NCCU leading their head-to-head series by a slim margin of 84-76. The game will be broadcast live on CBS, giving fans e
In a surprising move, outgoing President Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to hit the pause button on a law that could potentially shut down the popular app TikTok. This comes as his administration seeks a negotiated solution to address national security concerns while keeping the app availab
2025 is set to start with a bang as key state and local races kick off across the U. S. These contests aren’t as flashy as the presidential elections, but they’re crucial for understanding the political landscape. In Virginia, special legislative elections in January will decide the control of the s
The shipping industry is continuously facing a shortage of seafarers. As the global economy evolves and workers' mental needs change, seafarers' spiritual needs are becoming more important when it comes to their job choices. Research suggests that the values seafarers place on their work could expla
``Bloodstain pattern analysis (BPA) can be quite complex due to the similarities between impact spatters and fly spots. Expertise is currently the gold standard, but it has its drawbacks such as low efficiency, high error rates, and vulnerability to external factors. To improve this process, researc
Richard Parsons, a prominent figure in the world of business, passed away recently at the age of 76. Known for his influential roles at Time Warner and Citigroup, Parsons left a significant mark on corporate America. Diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2015, he continued to contribute to various boar
This year, I've tested a lot of smart tech devices, and a few stood out so much that I just had to keep them. Let's start with the Brisk It smoker. It's not just a smart grill, but a smart smoker that makes cooking a breeze. You pick what you want to cook on your phone, send the recipe to the grill,
Ever wondered how secondhand smoke can silently kill? A recent study dived into this, looking at how many people died from heart diseases linked to secondhand smoke from 1990 to 2019. This is a big deal because not many global studies have done this before. The researchers wanted to fill this gap in
It's no secret that small and medium enterprises (SMEs) often struggle to get the financing they need to grow. This study takes a closer look at how the government, banks, and guarantee institutions can work together to make SME finance more sustainable. Imagine it as a big game, where each player h
