Cilia are tiny, hair-like structures that stick out from cells. They act like antennae, helping cells sense their environment and communicate with each other. To function properly, cilia need a well-organized transport system called intraflagellar transport (IFT). IFT is like a train system that mov
The Pacers and the Bucks were in a tight game. The Pacers were down by three points, and the clock was ticking away. Tyrese Haliburton received the inbounds pass. He was in the corner, and Giannis Antetokounmpo was right in front of him. Haliburton pulled up and shot a three-pointer. Antetokounmpo r
A recent decision by a federal judge in Boston has put a stop to the Trump administration's plan to slash hundreds of millions of dollars from teacher training programs. The judge, Myong Joun, agreed with eight states that had asked for a temporary restraining order. These states believed the cuts w
The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, was arrested on Tuesday. The charges? Crimes against humanity. This arrest was made possible by a warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC is an independent group based in The Hague. They look into and try people accused o
A tragic event unfolded at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on January 29, 2025. A PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet, carrying 64 passengers, was on its final approach to the airport. Simultaneously, a U. S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, with three soldiers on board, was conducting
Louisiana's plan to use nitrogen gas for an execution has been put on hold. A federal judge has stepped in, halting the state's first attempt to use this method. The execution, scheduled for next week, would have been the first in Louisiana in 15 years. The state's Attorney General has announced an
A prominent law firm is standing up to a presidential executive order that targets them. The firm, Perkins Coie, claims that the order is unconstitutional and an attack on their right to represent clients and causes that the administration opposes. The order, signed by President Trump, accuses the f
iRobot, the company that pioneered robot vacuums, has just unveiled eight new models. These aren't your typical Roombas. They've got a fresh look and some serious tech upgrades. The standout feature? Lidar navigation and mapping, a technology that's been around for a while but is new to Roombas. Thi
Idaho's public schools are facing a significant challenge. The state's funding model for K-12 education doesn't account for the extra needs of students with special requirements. This means districts with a higher number of these students are left with a substantial funding gap. The state's funding
The Department of Education has recently put 60 universities on notice. These schools are now under investigation for potential anti-Semitic discrimination and harassment on their campuses. The Office for Civil Rights sent out letters to these universities, warning them that they could face serious
