Scientists are exploring a new way to turn carbon dioxide (CO₂) into useful chemicals. This process, called electrochemical CO₂ reduction (CO₂RR), uses a special setup called a membrane electrode assembly (MEA). The key is to design a good environment for the reaction to happen. This involves a laye
Have you ever heard of daprodustat? This medication is a game-changer for people on dialysis who struggle with anemia. It's designed to help your body produce more red blood cells, tackling a common issue in kidney disease. A recent study called ASCEND-D took a closer look at its effectiveness and s
Webtoon Entertainment, through its Japanese subsidiary LINE Digital Frontier, has made its first investment in a Japanese studio. The lucky recipient is No. 9, a prominent webcomic and manga studio based in Tokyo. This strategic move is aimed at boosting Webtoon's content pipeline in Japan, which is
Have you ever wondered what happens when a person from one country goes to fight in another? That's what Australia is trying to find out with one of their citizens, Oscar Jenkins. A video surfaced online showing Jenkins, a school teacher from Melbourne, being questioned and hit by a Russian soldier.
You've probably heard about the Wolverine cutting balloon catheter, a helpful tool for doctors treating tough-to-treat blockages in our heart's arteries. But even the best tools can have complications. This is where the MAUDE database comes in. It's like a big book where doctors and manufacturers re
Recently, some big shakeups have happened in NASA's Science Mission Directorate. Mark Clampin, the head of NASA's astrophysics division, is now filling in as the temporary second-in-command for the entire science division. This is because Sandra Connelly, who used to have that job, is retiring. Mark
People living in the Hirakud Command Area of Odisha, India, are battling a silent enemy—chronic kidney disease (CKD) and anemia. This isn't your typical CKD; it's a mystery version, known as CKDu. Researchers decided to dig deeper, linking these health issues to something alarming: pesticides and he
Day one of the Australian Open was filled with excitement, even though thunder and lightning ruled the skies. The practice courts were the place to be as fans flocked to see their favorite players warm up. Home favorite Alex de Minaur and last year's runner-up Daniil Medvedev were among the stars sp
You know how sometimes plans change because of the weather? That's exactly what happened with the NBA game between the Houston Rockets and the Atlanta Hawks. The game was supposed to happen on Saturday, but a winter storm in Atlanta made the roads too icy and unsafe. The NBA decided to postpone the
You might be wondering, what's special about North Carolina's new governor, Josh Stein? Well, he's having a unique start to his term. Instead of the usual outdoor inauguration ceremony in Raleigh, he's giving a televised speech indoors. Why the change? Blame it on the winter weather! Snow, sleet, an
