In the world of high-tech gadgets, especially those used in space, tiny silicon carbide (SiC) switches are super important. But there's a big problem: these switches can act up when hit by tiny space particles. This isn't just a small issue; it's a huge deal for safety and reliability. Traditionall
The recent Louvre heist might have seemed like a job for big-time criminals, but the suspects in custody tell a different story. They are local folks from Seine-Saint-Denis, a suburb north of Paris. The group includes three men and one woman, all with records, but not the kind you'd expect from mast
The government shutdown continues, with President Trump showing little interest in negotiations. He's been spending time in Florida, making it one of his many trips since the shutdown began. Meanwhile, Democrats are being blamed for the ongoing situation. The House, controlled by Republicans, has pa
The Buffalo Bills showed everyone why they are a force to be reckoned with in the NFL. They beat the Kansas City Chiefs for the fifth straight time in the regular season. This win was not just about the score. It was about how they did it. The Bills controlled the game from start to finish. They hel
First responders see a lot of intense situations. They handle emergencies and care for very sick people. This job can be really hard on their minds. It’s easy to see why they might develop mental health issues, like posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). People deal with stress in different ways. So
Pregnancy is a time when health matters more than ever. For some moms-to-be, gestational diabetes can complicate things. This condition affects how the body manages sugar levels. It's important to catch and handle it early. A recent study looked at two ways to monitor sugar levels. One is the usual
The human body is a symphony of rhythms. From the steady beat of the heart to the ebb and flow of sleep, these rhythms keep us ticking. Now, scientists have uncovered a surprising link between the gut and the brain. Researchers at the University of California San Diego have found that the gut's rhyt
Insects can be a big problem. They spread diseases. Scientists have a plan. They want to use radiation to sterilize them. Then, release them into the wild. This is called the sterile insect technique (SIT). The goal is to reduce the insect population. A special machine was tested. It's called the P
Office Depot and OfficeMax, two big names in office supplies, are shutting down almost 100 more stores. This is not just a recent thing. It has been going on for a while. The company that owns them, ODP Corporation, has been struggling. This is because people are buying things online more often. The
The Detroit Tigers are kicking off their offseason with some roster tidying. After the World Series wrapped up, the Tigers, like other teams, are diving into the routine tasks that come with the end of a season. First up, the Tigers have 47 players on their 40-man roster. But six players are now fr
