In the warm regions of south China, farmers battle a tiny foe of the cowpea plant: Megalurothrips usitatus. This thrips is a real pest. To figure out how to control them, researchers have been raising these bugs in the lab for many generations. But the key to success is making sure they
Imagine this: The President of the United States sees Gaza, a place torn apart by war, as a giant plot of land. A place to build and make money. This is what we learned in an interview with Trump on a plane headed to the Super Bowl. Trump said that he didn't want to let people return to G
In a sudden turn of events, Hamas decided to delay the planned release of hostages from Gaza. They cited Israel’s alleged breaches of the ceasefire agreement, which had been in effect for some months. The group Sheikh Abu Obeida, the spokesperson for Hamas’ military wing, announced on his social med
Anaerobic digestion (AD) is a method where microorganisms convert organic materials, like food scraps and sludge, into biogas, which can be used as a renewable energy source. The efficiency of AD can be influenced by different types of fatty acids. Fatty acids are found in many products and
A temporary pause in fighting is pushing forward in Gaza as Israeli forces step back from a key route between the north and south sides of the region, handing a victory to Hamas. The move is part of a broader deal to ease tensions and extend a fragile peace, but talks didn’t seem as sild as clouds m
The war in Gaza has reached a pivotal moment. Hamas has finally disclosed the names of the next three Israeli hostages to be freed in the next cease-fire exchange. But the road to peace is not smooth and full of bumps. The hostages, Eli Sharabi, Or Levy, and Ohad Ben-Ami, are set to be released
The International Criminal Court (ICC), based in The Netherlands, found itself in a hot debate. The court's work and independence were threatened by new sanctions imposed by the Trump administration in the U. S. The ICC needs to stay independent and fair, so the court took a stand. The ICC
Deep in southern Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina, near the coast, lies a treasure trove of ancient history. These lands hold some of the oldest coastal pottery in South America. The people who lived here, thousands of years ago, left behind earthen mounds called Cerritos. The Cerritos were built arou
President Trump, in a surprising executive decision, proposed a new vision for Gaza, turning this volatile region into a luxurious Riviera-style haven. By doing so, the president didn't just shuffle around another policy, but he shook things up, forcing the world to rethink its approach to the Isra
The 2024 presidential election in the US saw an unexpected twist when Donald Trump, the 45th president of the United States, announced his intention to take over Gaza. This move was met with shock and dismay from many, particularly from those who advocate for Palestinian rights. Uncommitte
