Bees are super important for our environment. They help plants grow by pollinating them. But, a common fungicide called iprodione might be causing problems for Chinese honeybees. This fungicide is used to protect crops from fungal diseases. However, it can also harm bees, especially the male ones, c
Bees are in big trouble. Their numbers are dropping fast. In just 22 years, things could get really bad. This is the starting point for a new play called "The Apiary. " It's a mix of science fiction and theater. The play asks big questions. Like, how far should we go to save a species? The play is
Santa Fe Brewing, a well-known name in New Mexico's craft beer scene, has just launched something new and exciting. They've created the first non-alcoholic beer brewed in the state. This isn't just any non-alcoholic beer, though. It's a Pilsner called Santa Fe NA, and it's made using a special yeast
Ever wondered how the Spelling Bee game keeps people hooked? It's all about the challenge and the thrill of finding new words. Players dive into a hive of letters, searching for valid words that fit the daily puzzle. The game is designed to be fun and engaging for everyone, from casual players to wo
Beef tallow, a type of fat that was once shunned by health experts and the government, is now gaining attention in the latest dietary guidelines. This fat, derived from beef, has been quietly gaining fans over the past few years. Chefs love it for its ability to make fries and doughnuts extra crispy
The beef industry is a tough business. It's not for everyone. Ranchers face many challenges. High prices, low profits, and unpredictable markets are just a few. In 1973, a young rancher learned this the hard way. He bought 20 steers. It was his first big investment. But the market crashed soon after
The craft beer industry is going through a rough patch. Many breweries are closing their doors. This is happening after a few years of struggles. The situation might get worse before it gets better. Over 250 breweries in the U. S. have already closed this year. More are expected to follow. Some bre
In York County, a man named Cameron Spath turned a small beekeeping hobby into a big business. Honeystrong, his company, grew quickly. It started with removing bees from homes. Then, people needed more help. Soon, Honeystrong became the largest beekeeping business in South Carolina. But now, the bi
In a surprising twist, scientists discovered that ancient bees had a peculiar nesting habit. They didn't build their homes in typical places like trees or flowers. Instead, they chose to nest inside the bones of dead rodents. This happened over 5, 000 years ago on the island of Hispaniola, which is
Bees are usually known for their big hives in trees, but most of them are actually loners. They build their nests in the ground or inside old logs. However, scientists recently found something strange. They discovered tiny ancient bee nests inside a limestone cave on the island of Hispaniola. These
