You might think that all greenhouse gas emissions come from factories and cars, right? Not in Brazil! Here, the biggest source is actually farms and forests. That's because trees and plants can soak up carbon dioxide, making them natural air filters. We wanted to see how this affects Brazil's carbon
Imagine you're in school, and you're asked about how your school handles diversity. Now, think about what your teacher might say. Turns out, kids and teachers often see things differently! A recent study in Belgium developed a special tool to measure how students and teachers think about diversity i
Week 14 of the NFL season is here, and we're looking at some interesting betting opportunities. First off, Juwan Johnson of the Saints could be a key player to watch. With Taysom Hill out due to injury, Johnson might see more action on the field. Last week, he had a season-best seven targets, and th
Scientists have been studying a tiny part of a heat shock protein found in tiny, heat-loving organisms called archaea. This particular part, called the alpha crystallin domain, is super important for helping proteins stick together and work properly. The team designed four extra small peptides based
Ever wished you could bring your favorite characters or even famous personalities to life on your screen? There's an AI for that! Introducing Aurora, an AI-powered image generator that turns your creative ideas into lively, realistic pictures. You can start with a free trial, but for unlimited fun,
Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson found herself in a tight spot financially. She decided to hire a family member to her staff, while hiding their relation from the city. This was just the start of her scheme to misuse taxpayer money. She planned to get a $13, 000 bonus for the staff mem
Have you ever wondered if there are physical signs that give away a liar? Research shows that detecting deception might trigger specific changes in our bodies. This review took a closer look at eleven studies that examined the kind of physiological responses detectors have when they sense someone is
Citadel, a sneaky malware that swipes financial info, is a big threat. The FBI and Microsoft teamed up to knock out its command centers, but it's still causing trouble. This malware is tough to crack due to its complex design and smart tricks. We're sharing what we found out about how Citadel works
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
