Insecticides are a big deal in the world of farming. They help control pests but can be a problem for tiny, helpful creatures like Trichogramma ostriniae. This tiny wasp is a big helper in managing pests in agroforestry. But, the widespread use of insecticides can harm it. Four insecticides were te
China and the United States are locked in a high-stakes game over rare earth minerals. These minerals are crucial for many industries, from cars to military tech. The US has been pushing China to ease restrictions on these exports. The US President recently claimed that China's leader had agreed
Tesla, the leading electric car maker in the US, is in a pickle. The company's CEO, Elon Musk, has a tense relationship with President Trump. This political spat could cost Tesla big time. Why? Because Trump's allies in Congress are pushing for policies that could harm the electric car industry. The
In Delaware, housing aid comes with a seven-year deadline. This isn't just about counting down the days. It's about pushing people to improve their lives. Becca Morris, a single mom, saw this deadline as a motivator. It drove her to go back to school and secure a better future for herself and her so
The story of medicine is often told as a tale of men. But women have always been part of it. They have been patients, healers, and innovators. Yet, their contributions are often overlooked. One such overlooked figure is Dora Gerson. She was a doctor in Dresden. She was one of the first women in Germ
In today's world, kids from lower-income families often have easy access to junk food and screens. These things can lead to unhealthy habits and weight gain. A recent experiment looked into how fun activities might help change this. The study involved 60 children aged 5-10. The goal was to see if fu
Type 2 diabetes is a serious condition that requires careful management. One big challenge is sticking to the medication routine. When people don't take their pills as prescribed, it can lead to serious health problems. So, finding ways to help people stay on track is crucial. One interesting appro
A high school student in Massachusetts found himself in a tough spot after being held by immigration officials. Marcelo Gomes da Silva, an 18-year-old from Brazil, was on his way to volleyball practice when he was stopped and taken into custody. This happened because his father was the real target o
In the heart of Pennsylvania, a unique blend of art and science is at work. The goal is to preserve a set of 80-year-old murals that have seen better days. The murals are in a church in Millvale. These murals are not just any artwork. They are the work of the late Croatian American artist Maxo V
Federal funding can change how colleges handle sexual violence reports. The Office on Violence Against Women's Campus Program grant is one such funding source. It is designed to support colleges in addressing sexual violence on their campuses. This program has been studied to see how it affects t
