Imagine you're on an automated shuttle, zipping through the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. From July to December 2023, researchers were watching how well these shuttles handled their routes. They collected lots of data, like GPS information, disengagement records (when the shuttle hands
Imagine enjoying a nice meal of fish from Iseo Lake in northern Italy. That's what one person did, but a month later, they found an unexpected guest in their stool: a worm segment. This wasn't just any worm; it was a part of a tapeworm from the Dibothriocephalus genus. How did this happen? The fish
In the heart of Northeastern Brazil, there's a group of small shrubs known as the Mimosa Cordistipulae. These plants were first spotted by botanist Barneby in 1991. What makes them special? They're tiny, have sticky hairs on their leaves, and their flowers have three parts. Some of these plants are
IMAGE THIS: You're on the road, with your car talking to other vehicles, traffic lights, and even road signs. Welcome to the Internet of Vehicles (IoV)! It's a smart world of connected cars that can chat away, sharing info and making driving safer and more fun. But, hold on a sec – these car chats n
In a turn of events, four Israeli female soldiers were set free by Hamas. This release was part of a ceasefire deal. However, Israel has criticized Hamas, saying they haven't fully met their obligations under the truce. The deal aims to end a long-standing war in Gaza. The freed soldiers, aged betw
Mohammed Alshannat, a Gaza resident, has always been a voice for peace and Western democracy. Even before the recent conflict, he advocated for Arabs and Jews to live harmoniously. Now, as the cease-fire settles, Alshannat is grappling with the harsh reality of burying his relatives. He shared his d
The Dallas Cowboys are shaking things up on their coaching staff. After promoting Brian Schottenheimer to head coach, the team is parting ways with their quarterbacks coach, Scott Tolzien. Tolzien's contract has expired, and his future plans are unknown. Tolzien has been with the Cowboys since 2020
Eighty years ago, on Jan. 27, 1945, the Soviet army liberated Auschwitz, a death camp in Poland. The camp is infamous for the horrors committed by the Nazis. This year, world leaders are joining about 50 survivors to remember the past and discuss the future. Some of these survivors were children whe
Imagine you're sitting in a high-stakes meeting with key players from various U. S. government branches. The President has just dropped a memo on the table, reviving an old policy known as the Mexico City Policy. This policy, now back in action, means that U. S. funds won't support international gro
Imagine walking into an emergency room and finding it overcrowded, not because of physical injuries, but due to mental health crises. That's been a common sight in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. But there's hope on the horizon. Governor McMaster has proposed a budget that includes $2 million for
