The Little Rock Board of Directors recently turned down a proposal that aimed to bring more openness about the police department's use of surveillance tools. This decision has sparked discussions about transparency and community trust. The rejected ordinance, backed by At-Large Director Antwan Phil
Vertical Aerospace is making waves in the UK's aerospace industry. This company is working on electric planes, and it's expected to bring in a lot of money and create jobs by 2035. Right now, they have around 479 employees, but that number could grow to about 2, 200 in the next 12 years. This growth
In the world of science, there are many unsung heroes. One such hero is a person who worked in the pharmaceutical industry. Their job was to protect science from harmful policies. But their life changed when they faced a serious health issue. It all began with a bad backache. They ignored it at fir
Six former employees of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have taken legal action against the agency's administrator, Lee Zeldin. They claim their termination was a direct result of speaking out against what they saw as the politicization of science under the Trump administration. These emp
The Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition 2025 has revealed its winners, highlighting the beauty of science through photography. This year, the competition, run with the Royal Photographic Society, showcased images that blend art and science, revealing hidden natural wonders. Dr. Martin
Twins have always fascinated people. They share a unique bond, but sometimes, that bond comes with challenges. Take, for example, a set of fraternal twins where one has Turner syndrome and the other doesn't. This rare situation raises questions about how such differences affect their lives and their
Let's talk about nerves and sugar. Ever wondered why some people with diabetes have nerve damage? Researchers dug into this. They wanted to see what makes nerves go wonky, especially in folks with diabetes. They looked at the sural nerve. It's a small nerve in your leg. When it's not working right,
Juan Orlando Hernandez, the former leader of Honduras, won't be coming home right away. He's been in a U. S. prison for drug trafficking, but he got a pardon from Donald Trump. His wife, Ana Garcia, said he's staying away because it's not safe for him in Honduras. Hernandez was president from 2014
The CDC recently updated its webpage on autism and vaccines, suggesting a possible link between the two. This change has raised concerns, especially in places like San Diego, where vaccination rates are already dropping and preventable diseases are on the rise. The CDC's new wording is problematic b
A serious problem has been found in a popular smartphone chip. It can't be fixed with updates. This chip, made by MediaTek, is in many Android phones. Researchers found a way to take control of the phone by using special electromagnetic pulses during startup. This attack can't be stopped by software
