Scientists have cooked up a clever way to tackle a nasty pollutant called formaldehyde. This stuff is everywhere, from factories to dirty water, and it's not great for our health. The trick? They've given yeast cells a superpower boost. First, they tweaked the yeast to produce more of an enzyme that breaks down formaldehyde. Then, they added tiny nano-particles that...
Oklahoma's defense is on fire. They just shut down Missouri's powerful rushing attack, holding them to just 70 yards on the ground. This is the same defense that upset Alabama last week. They're looking like a playoff contender, but there's a big problem: their offense isn't keeping up. John Mateer, Oklahoma's quarterback, threw for 173 yards and two touchdowns. But...
A professor at Texas A&M University is back in the spotlight after a committee said the school made a mistake by firing her. The professor, Melissa McCoul, was let go earlier this year after a video of her class went viral. In the video, a student questioned a lesson about gender identity. The committee found that the university did not follow the right steps to fir...
Researchers dug into how weight and gender might change healing after arm surgeries. They looked at people who had surgery to fix broken arms. The study found that heavier people had more problems both soon after the surgery and two years later. The team checked records from all over the country. They wanted to see if being overweight or obese made a difference in h...
The Oregon Ducks made a big statement on Saturday. They beat the USC Trojans 42-27 at Autzen Stadium. This win was the Ducks' 10th of the season. They are now 10-1 overall and 7-1 in the Big Ten. The Ducks are really close to making it to the College Football Playoff. Dan Lanning, the head coach of the Ducks, talked to the media after the game. He had a lot to say a...
Jellybean Johnson, a key figure in the Minneapolis music scene, has passed away at the age of 69. His death was confirmed by his longtime friend and bandmate, Morris Day. The cause of death has not been revealed. Johnson was more than just a musician; he was a driving force behind the Minneapolis Sound. He was the original drummer for the Time, a band that blended f...
Brandon Buckingham, a well-known YouTuber and musician, has been fighting a serious health battle. He recently shared that he's in the ICU with multiple organ failures. This news came as a shock to his fans, who have been following his journey closely. Just a few days before, Brandon had told his followers that doctors suspected he might have tuberculosis, septic pn...
The recent United Nations climate conference in Brazil wrapped up without a clear plan to reduce fossil fuel use. This was a big letdown for many countries, including over 80 that pushed for a roadmap to move away from coal, oil, and natural gas. The final agreement didn't even mention fossil fuels, which are the main cause of global warming. The United States didn'...
The discovery of Celeste Rivas' body has left investigators with more questions than answers. The body was found in a shocking state, making it difficult to determine the cause of death. Sources close to the investigation reveal that the body was frozen, decapitated, and dismembered, with limbs cut into multiple pieces. All parts were partially frozen and had been th...
North Carolina is feeling the heat from a recent Border Patrol operation. The agents' focus on Charlotte, with brief stops in Raleigh and Durham, has sparked a mix of reactions. People are divided. Some folks, like Ami-Luise Badger, an independent who usually sides with Democrats, are not happy. They stood outside a Home Depot in Charlotte, protesting the agents. Sh...