Plants are strong, they have to be to deal with bugs and weather. They have a secret weapon called phenolic compounds, which act like natural armor. The amount of this armor can change based on where a plant lives. For example, a plant at the base of a mountain might make more phenolic compounds to
Ever felt like you're on a sports trivia rollercoaster? Today's puzzle game is all about sports. The game is called Connections: Sports Edition. It's a fun way to test your sports knowledge. The game is now out of its testing phase and is available to play. It was released on the day of the Sup
In May 2024, the Earth faced a powerful reminder of its vulnerability to space weather. A series of solar flares sent multiple coronal mass ejections (CMEs) toward Earth, merging into a major event that caught scientists off guard. This event, later known as the Gannon storm, highlighted how even sm
South Carolina is in for a damp and chilly day today. The weather will be dominated by rain and drizzle, thanks to a persistent cold-air damming pattern. This means temperatures will stay low, hovering in the low to mid-40s for most areas, with a slight warm-up in the southern Midlands. The cold fr
Kids often face tough times early in life. This is a fact. But what if they could learn to overcome these challenges? This is where resilience comes in. Resilience is like a superhero power that helps kids deal with tough situations. But can this power be taught? That's the big question. Resear
Some people taking popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are facing serious eye problems. Researchers found nine cases where people lost their vision after taking these medicines. These drugs, originally made for diabetes, have become super popular for weight loss. They work by copying
Samsung is facing a challenge in the battery race. While Chinese competitors are embracing silicon-carbon batteries, Samsung is lagging behind. The tech giant was rumored to be planning a 7, 000mAh battery for the Galaxy S26 series, but a tipster claims otherwise. According to this tipster, Samsung'
The US has been busy making changes to how electronic nicotine delivery systems, or ENDS, are sold and marketed. First, a nicotine warning statement became mandatory in September 2018. This was a big deal because it meant companies had to clearly state the risks of nicotine. Then, in December 2019,
Imagine a material that can change its structure just by being zapped with plasma. That's vanadium dioxide (VO2) in a nutshell. This stuff is a superstar in the world of nanoelectronics. It all starts with something called phase transition. Picture it like a superhero changing forms to save
Wisconsin is making a big move towards changing how students learn. Students in La Crosse got a unique chance to show off their skills. For decades State Superintendents have focused on just tests and boring classes. But this time is different. This time it was all about hands-on learning. Dr. J
