Worms are a big problem. They cause sickness and cost a lot of money. The usual medicines, like albendazole and ivermectin, are not working as well as they used to. This is because worms are getting resistant. So, scientists are looking for new ways to fight them. One group of scientists decided to
Scabies can quickly become a big problem in communities if it's not caught and treated early. Usually, people use a cream called permethrin to get rid of it. But there's a pill called ivermectin that might be easier to use. Researchers wanted to see if taking this pill twice could work just as well
Dogecoin is currently trading at around $0. 127–$0. 128, showing a slight drop of about 3%. It has been stuck in a narrow range for some time, with no significant price movements. While some traders believe it might be stabilizing, others are not convinced. The lack of interest from big players, su
Destin is making some smart moves to save money. They found ways to cut costs across different city departments. The library saved around $12, 000 by canceling unused subscriptions. Human Resources saved about $50, 000 by fixing worker classifications and changing how they hire people. The city is
In 2025, the federal government saw a big drop in employees. The number went down by about 9%, from 3. 015 million to 2. 744 million. This was a big deal because it was the largest reduction in peacetime history. At the same time, government spending didn't slow down. In fact, it went up by nearly
Crown-of-thorns sea stars (CoTS) are a big problem for coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific. They eat a lot of coral, especially certain types like Acropora. But why do they prefer some corals over others? Scientists think it might have something to do with coral venom. They looked at the venom of differ
BlackRock, Inc. just made a significant investment move. They recently increased their stake in Umicore, crossing the 5% threshold for voting rights. This happened on December 22, 2025, and was officially announced the next day. So, what does this mean? Well, BlackRock now has a bigger say in how U
The Utah electrode array (UEA) is a small but mighty tool. It's designed to help those who have lost sensation, mobility, or limbs. Essentially, it acts as a translator between the brain and the body. However, there's a snag: these tiny electrodes don't have a long lifespan, especially when transmit
In a surprising twist, the world of artificial intelligence is looking to the skies for a power solution. Boom Supersonic, known for its work on supersonic aircraft, has unveiled plans to adapt its engine technology for AI data centers. These modified engines, called Superpower turbines, are a spin-
The Clinton Clean Energy Complex in Illinois is getting a new lease on life. The plant, which was facing closure, has secured a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Meta, the company behind Facebook. This deal is a big win for the plant and the local community. The agreement means that the
