Scientists have found a way to make better batteries using seeds and a special coating. They used Indian trumpetflower seeds to create a type of carbon called hard carbon. This carbon is good for storing sodium, which is important for a kind of battery called sodium-ion batteries. But there are som
Alijah Arenas, a promising basketball recruit from Southern California, recently shared his harrowing experience of a car crash that left him in a critical state. The incident occurred last April when his Tesla Cybertruck collided with a tree, trapping him inside as flames spread through the vehicle
Tesla's electric vehicles (EVs) rely on lithium-ion batteries, which are common in most EVs today. These batteries are powerful and efficient, but they aren't perfect. They can lose charge even when the car isn't being used. This is called discharge. There are two main types of lithium-ion batterie
Cities are full of hard surfaces like roads and buildings. These surfaces can mess up water quality. A recent study looked at how organic stuff in water changes in cities. It focused on places like Xi'an, China. The study collected samples from different city areas. It found three main types of org
A peaceful protest turned tragic in Boulder when an elderly woman lost her life. Karen Diamond, 82, was one of many hurt in an attack on Pearl Street Mall. The suspect, Mohamed Soliman, is now facing serious charges, including murder, after throwing Molotov cocktails at the crowd. Diamond was a wel
A tragic event unfolded on a mountain in Idaho, where two brave firefighters lost their lives and another was critically injured. The suspect, 20-year-old Wess Roley, is believed to have started a fire to lure firefighters into an ambush. The victims were identified as Battalion Chief Frank Harwood,
Iran's judiciary recently shared some grim news. They said that at least 71 people died when Israel attacked the Evin prison in Tehran. This place is known for holding political prisoners and dissidents. The attack happened on June 23, just a day before a ceasefire between Israel and Iran kicked in.
In a relentless assault, Russia unleashed a staggering 537 drones and missiles into Ukraine overnight. The Ukrainian air force reported this massive attack, which marked one of the largest strikes since the war began. During the chaos, Ukraine lost one of its F-16 fighter jets and the brave pilot,
In Houston, Texas, Lynce Lucas is a symbol of resilience and hope. She was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2017, a type of blood cancer that affects Black Americans more than any other group. Lynce's journey began with a sudden loss of mobility, a stark reminder of the disease's impact on her bod
A week has passed since the U. S. launched a surprise attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, but the aftermath remains shrouded in uncertainty. The initial claims of complete destruction have been met with conflicting reports, leaving many to question the true impact of the strikes. The attack, order
