Ever wondered how tiny creatures like fruit fly larvae get a sudden burst of energy to move around? Scientists have found that when these larvae, known as Drosophila, are hungry, their nervous system kicks into high gear. A type of neuron called type II octopaminergic motor neurons (MNs) starts firi
At CES 2025, JBL unveiled a bunch of new audio gadgets, but one pair of headphones really stood out: the Tour One M3. Unlike other high-end headphones from brands like Sony, Bose, and Apple, the Tour One M3 comes with a handy accessory called the JBL Smart Tx audio transmitter. This little gadget le
When the 2023 NBA season ended, something unexpected happened. Shannon Sharpe, a legend in the NFL, left his long-time gig at FS1. He'd been working with Skip Bayless for six years, but now he was looking for a new path. Many wondered if his podcast, Club Shay Shay, would be enough. That's when Step
A U. S. District Judge, Aileen Cannon, has been making some unusual decisions favoring former President Donald Trump. Her latest? She blocked the Justice Department from releasing a special counsel's report about Trump's potential crimes. The problem? Some say her actions are illegal. She doesn't ha
As President-elect Donald Trump inches closer to his second term, his lawyers are pulling out all the stops to prevent a special counsel's report from being made public. Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Trump's handling of classified documents, is facing pressure from both the Justice D
Have you ever wondered how stories can be retold in ways that break the rules? Ali Smith, a creative writer, does just that in her books Girl Meets Boy and The First Person and Other Stories. She takes old tales, like Ovid's Metamorphoses, and gives them a fresh, queer spin. In Girl Meets Boy, Smith
In a surprise move, the Lakers traded away D’Angelo Russell and sent three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets. In return, they acquired Dorian Finney-Smith, a skilled forward known for his three-point shooting and defense. This swap allows the Lakers to gain some much-needed flexibility under t
Stephen A. Smith is a familiar face on ESPN, known for his unique blend of accents and presenting styles. He's not just paid handsomely—reportedly around $120 million for one deal—but he also has several endorsements to his name. Despite this success, Smith often faces criticism for making bold stat
Skylar Aleece Smith, the talented actress who stole the show in 'The Piano Lesson, ' has signed up with Cultivate Entertainment Partners for representation. Smith plays the crucial role of Maretha in the film, which is based on August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning play. The movie boasts a star-stu
In 1903, American mountaineer Annie Smith Peck led an expedition to Bolivia's Mount Sorata (Illampu), aiming for the peak's 6, 367 meters (20, 892 feet). This journey is notable for being one of the first to employ supplemental oxygen on a great mountain. Instead of using heavy oxygen cylinders or r
