Bacillus safensis might sound like a mouthful, but it's a tiny powerhouse in the world of soybean fermentation. Researchers took a close look at four strains of this bacterium to see if they're safe and what they can do for our food. First, they checked if these bacteria are resistant to antibiotic
Poverty and crime have been linked in many studies, but there's still a lot we don't understand. One big question is whether poverty changes how people are treated in the criminal justice system. A recent study looked into this, focusing on how poverty in teen years affects adult outcomes like arres
McDonald's and Krispy Kreme are calling it quits. The two big names in fast food and sweets teamed up last year, but it didn't work out like they hoped. Krispy Kreme donuts were sold at over 2, 400 McDonald's spots, but the numbers weren't adding up for both sides. McDonald's says they were selling
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a big deal in the world of skincare and medicine. But making it in a cost-effective way is still a challenge. Scientists have been experimenting with different temperatures and pH levels to find the best conditions for producing HA using bacteria. They tested four temperatur
YouTube is a big deal for teens. It's where they go to laugh, learn, and sometimes, escape. But it's not all fun and games. Teens use YouTube for different reasons. Some watch to feel better, others to forget their worries. But it's not always easy to understand why they do what they do. Teens feel
The anime industry is always on the lookout for the next big thing. But how do producers know if a new show will be a hit or a miss? That's the million-dollar question. A recent study tried to find an answer using publicly available data and advanced technology. Researchers used a combination of te
Tourism is big business. It's not just about fun; it's a major part of the economy. But planning a trip can be tough. There are so many places to see and things to do. That's where computers come in. A new way to plan trips uses smart computer programs. These programs learn from lots of data. They
People who inject drugs often face big hurdles when thinking about quitting. A recent study looked at what makes someone ready to change their drug use habits. Researchers talked to 472 people in Los Angeles and Denver between 2021 and 2022. They found that people were at different stages of readine
Copper nanoclusters are like tiny teams of atoms that can do big things, like helping to turn CO2 into useful stuff. But these teams often fall apart because copper atoms are too reactive. Most of the time, scientists use copper(I) atoms to build these clusters, but they're not as good at their job
Religious slaughter, where animals are killed without being stunned first, is a hot topic. It mixes animal rights, religious freedom, and food safety. The European Union has been looking at this issue closely. Courts have been making big decisions about how to handle it. The European Union values r
