Dust storms are more than just big, ugly clouds. They play a huge role in how our oceans get the iron they need. Iron is super important for tiny ocean plants, called phytoplankton, to grow. These plants are at the bottom of the food chain and feed everything from tiny shrimp to giant whales. So, un
Scientists have found some interesting things about DNA damage repair genes in people with oral cancer in Pakistan. They looked at five specific genes: TP53, ATR, ATM, CHEK1, and CHEK2. Using advanced tools, they found 42 mutations, with some being completely new. Out of these, 28 were nonsynonymous
The former head of a federal watchdog agency has decided to stop fighting a legal battle to keep his job, according to a statement released on Thursday. This decision comes after a federal appeals court in Washington sided with the Trump administration, allowing the removal of the head of the Office
Imagine being able to move a robotic arm just by thinking about it. That's exactly what a man who was paralyzed by a stroke achieved. This wasn't a short-lived experiment, but a seven-month journey using a brain-computer interface (BCI) enhanced with AI. The BCI worked by picking up signals from th
The White House is gearing up for a significant shift in education policy. President Trump is considering an executive order that would start the process of dismantling the Department of Education. This move is part of a broader effort to reduce the size of the federal government. The order
Picture this: a bunch of people taking snaps of their drinking scenes. This isn't just about having fun. It's about understanding why and how people drink. Researchers wanted to figure out what makes people drink more than they should. They looked at different situations and settings where peopl
The world of hyperspectral images (HSIs) is like a giant puzzle with lots of pieces. Each piece has a unique color and shape, representing different types of land cover and rich spectral information. Traditional methods struggle with this complexity. They often miss important details because they us
Texas students have a big supporter in the U. S. Department of Education. This department sends billions of dollars to Texas for schools, colleges, and job training. These funds help with everything from school lunches to college tuition. The department also makes sure schools follow federal laws
The White House is buzzing with talk about a potential executive order to shut down the Department of Education. This news, first leaked by The Washington Post, has been making waves. The draft, labeled "pre-decisional, " was circulated on Wednesday and obtained by NPR. It directs the newly confirme
Ever thought a deli could be a front for a drug empire? Well, "Deli Boys" takes this idea and runs with it. The story kicks off with Mir Dar, a young executive, all set to take over his dad's corner store business, DarCo. But things take a dark turn when Mir and his brother Raj witness their father'
