As Donald Trump approaches his presidency, conservatives see an opportunity. Universities, typically a minor topic in politics, were a regular theme in Trump's campaign. He and his running mate, JD Vance, targeted elite schools, their costs, and politics. This has inspired right-wing activists, cong
Toni Breidinger made history this year as the first Arab-American woman to compete in NASCAR. At just 25 years old, she's not only a fierce racer but also a model who's caught the attention of big brands like Victoria's Secret. But her latest gig might be her biggest yet—she's featured in the SI Swi
Have you ever thought about how bacteria can help plants soak up more nutrients? Scientists have been exploring this, especially with selenium, a vital mineral. They've found that Bacillus cereus SESY, a type of good bacteria, can significantly boost the growth and selenium content in Brassica napus
Did you know that the proteins in cow's milk can help keep you healthy? But first, they have to make it through your stomach and intestines intact. Scientists wanted to see how well proteins like beta-lactoglobulin and lactoferrin survive the journey. They used fancy tools like LC-MS/MS and SDS-PAGE
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has started gathering information about Microsoft's cloud business practices, following numerous complaints. Microsoft has been accused of using unfair tactics to keep customers tied to its Azure platform. Some of these tactics include making Office 365 products in
In 2007, a little-seen video of Donald Trump with his then-10-month-old son Barron resurfaced. Trump, a billionaire at the time, was receiving the Hollywood Walk of Fame award. He described baby Barron as "strong, smart, tough, vicious, and violent. " Fast forward to 2024, Barron is now 6 feet 9 inc
Throughout history, authoritarian leaders have used similar tactics to undermine democracy. Recently, concerns have been raised about potential policies that mirror these authoritarian actions. However, the United States has a strong tradition of protecting human rights and democratic institutions.
Ever wondered how politicians communicate just by their facial expressions? A study explored this by watching 150 video clips of American politicians being interviewed. They found something surprising: politicians tend to mimic each other's facial expressions, whether they are agreeing or disagreein
Imagine hearing the voice of King Richard III from more than 500 years ago. Thanks to advanced technology, this is now possible. A project led by British vocal coach Yvonne Morley-Chisholm has managed to recreate the voice of the late king, showing the world what he might have sounded like. This isn
The TV show Yellowstone is facing a big change. Kevin Costner, who played John Dutton, left the show. So, the producers decided to kill off his character. John was shot by a hitman, but it was made to look like a suicide. His son Jamie and his girlfriend were involved, but Jamie didn't pull the trig
