A key chemical tag on messenger RNA, called m6A, is common across all eukaryotes. Cells control how much of this tag appears by adding or removing it with specialized enzymes known as writers and erasers. In plant cells, the chloroplast—a site of photosynthesis—contains many mRNAs that carry this ta
The Olympic arena in Milan felt less like a battlefield and more like a giant playground where people from all over the world could shout for their own athletes while still respecting those cheering for others. Before heading to the airport, a man bought several American flags and wondered if wav
In a fresh poll released by Glengariff Group, U. S. Rep John James shows no support from Black voters at all, while former Detroit mayor Mike Duggan leads the pack with 59. 3% of that demographic. The three candidates—James, Democrat Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and Duggan running as an indepe
Kim Jong‑Un made a surprising offer at the Workers’ Party congress that could change how the United States views North Korea. He said he would be willing to improve relations if Washington officially recognized the country as a nuclear‑armed state. The congress, held every five years, is a key momen
The Buckeyes entered the matchup hoping for a strong showing that could keep their NCAA hopes alive. Instead, they were outplayed by the Hawkeyes in a game that ended 74‑57. Iowa’s defense was dominant, limiting Ohio State to just 41. 9 percent from the floor and shutting down star guard Bruce Th
Variety is launching its first True Crime Summit during the SXSW festival, with Investigation Discovery as the main sponsor. The event will bring together leading voices from film, TV and podcasting to discuss why audiences worldwide keep turning to stories of mystery, justice and deception. The
A casino operator in Australia has reached an agreement to restructure its debt with a major financial group. The deal is expected to replace the company’s current borrowing and give it extra cash to support a turnaround strategy. The agreement is still in draft form, so it does not guarantee a f
A new learning hub is opening its doors for kids in Ogle and Lee counties who need a different classroom vibe. The place is called the Chana Education Center, and it’s built to help students who face anxiety, trauma, or learning differences thrive. Instead of a huge lecture hall, Chana offers a t
South Portland’s girls basketball squad has had to shift its game plan this season. Because the Maine Principals’ Association moved many schools into Class A, the early rounds of the state tournament now take place at the Portland Expo Center instead of on a team’s own gym. The change means ev
THORChain, a network that lets people swap digital coins without needing permission, has become the center of a debate about who really runs it. The project claims that decisions are made by node operators voting together, but recent incidents have shown a single administrator can pause the whole sy
