Seaweeds are not just tasty snacks or ingredients in cosmetics. They hold a lot of potential for science too. But studying them isn't easy. Scientists face big hurdles when trying to extract RNA, a key molecule for understanding how seaweeds work. This is especially true for the 11 edible seaweed sp
Yemen is in a tough spot. A fight broke out between two powerful friends, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Both sides have been helping Yemen's government in its long war. But now, they're backing different groups. This could split Yemen in two. The UAE supports a group called the Souther
As 2025 wrapped up, the student loan forgiveness landscape saw some shifts. The Department of Education restarted several programs that had been on hold. Before leaving office, former President Joe Biden's administration had already greenlit billions in loan forgiveness. This relief came through var
Indium is making waves in the tech world. Scientists have found a clever way to grow tiny indium structures on silicon using a method called molecular beam epitaxy (MBE). They used special templates with shapes like inverted pyramids and V-grooves to guide the growth of these nanostructures. These t
In Uganda, young adults are increasingly looking to start their own businesses. But does gender play a role in who decides to become an entrepreneur? A recent study focused on final-year university students to find out. The study looked at students at Mbarara University of Science and Technology. I
The MBTA, or the T, has seen a drop in crime by 14% compared to last year. This is good news for everyone who uses public transport in the area. The police chief, Kenneth Green, shared this information at a recent meeting. He said that the police work hard every day to keep the system safe. Most of
New Orleans is getting ready for its first New Year's celebration since the tragic Bourbon Street attack. To ensure safety, the National Guard has been called in to help with security measures. This comes almost a year after a devastating incident that exposed serious security flaws in the city's fa
A stroke can leave a person feeling down. This is called post-stroke depression (PSD). Sometimes, this sadness sticks around for a long time. Why does this happen? Scientists are trying to figure it out. They looked at genes and how they mix with things like lifestyle, diet, and common health marke
Duos Edge AI is making big moves. They're not just sticking to Texas anymore. They've just set up shop in Illinois, specifically in the Greater Chicagoland Area. This is a big deal because it shows they're growing beyond their home turf. They've also added two new Edge Data Centers (EDCs) in Lubboc
In a move that has sparked debate, over 1, 250 local police departments across 40 states have teamed up with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This collaboration, known as the 287(g) program, allows local police to assist in immigration enforcement. The program has seen a significant increa
