Deaf and hard-of-hearing college students face unique challenges. One area that's not often talked about is how their faith impacts their drinking habits. Researchers wanted to know if religion plays a role in their decisions about alcohol. They spoke to 50 students at Gallaudet University. The stu
In Poland, scientists found something interesting: tiny red yeasts that can break down fats. They tested 130 different types of these yeasts. Out of all of them, 12 stood out because they were really good at breaking down fats. These special yeasts are all from the same family, called Rhodotorula.
Food waste and plastic pollution are two major environmental issues. Scientists have found a clever way to tackle both at once. They used a special bacteria called Stenotrophomonas geniculata to turn food scraps into a useful biopolymer. This biopolymer, called PHBV, is similar to natural rubber. I
Cockroaches might not be everyone's favorite insects, but they play a crucial role in keeping ecosystems balanced. Unfortunately, these critters are also getting a dose of carbendazim, a common fungicide used in farming and food production. This chemical is everywhere: in water, soil, air, and even
A tropical storm named Chantal has formed near the South Carolina coast, causing concern for residents and beachgoers. This storm, with winds reaching 40 mph, is moving slowly northward and is expected to strengthen before making landfall. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring its progress clo
The recent tax bill signed into law has some surprising twists for private colleges. While big names like Princeton, MIT, and Harvard will see higher taxes on their endowment earnings, smaller schools with significant wealth are getting a break. This shift comes from a change in the rules that now e
Michael Douglas was at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival to show a restored version of "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. " He took the chance to share his worries about democracy in the U. S. He thinks the country is at risk of becoming an autocracy. He believes democracy is fragile and needs constant
Julian McMahon, a beloved actor known for his roles in "Nip/Tuck, " "Fantastic Four, " and "Charmed, " has passed away at the age of 56. His wife, Kelly McMahon, shared the sad news, stating that he died peacefully after a brave battle with cancer. She highlighted his love for life, family, friends,
Japan is no stranger to earthquakes, but recent tremors have sparked quite a stir. Over 1, 000 quakes have shaken the Kagoshima prefecture in just two weeks. The strongest so far was a 5. 5-magnitude quake near Kyushu island. This has led to some people getting worried and even evacuating. Rumors a
For the first time in over a century, Parisians are diving into the Seine River. This historic moment comes after a massive cleanup effort that cost over 1. 4 billion euros. The river now meets European water quality standards, making it safe for swimmers. On a recent Saturday morning, dozens of pe
