Wheat straw, often seen as farm waste, has a new role in cleaning up water. Scientists have found a way to tweak it chemically to soak up a harmful dye called Rhodamine B. This dye is tough to break down and can be toxic. The modified straw, now called EWS, is a game-changer. EWS is made by treatin
Lane Kiffin's sudden move to LSU has sparked a heated debate. The former Mississippi coach and the university's athletic director, Keith Carter, are at odds over what really happened. Kiffin claims he wanted to coach the team through the College Football Playoff. He says the players also wanted him
Recent changes in U. S. immigration policies have sparked strong reactions from various groups. The government has decided to pause immigration applications from 19 countries already under travel restrictions. This move comes after a shooting incident involving a national from one of these countries
A recent investigation by the Pentagon's watchdog has raised serious concerns about a high-ranking official's use of a popular messaging app. Pete Hegseth, the Defense Secretary, is at the center of this controversy. He shared details about a planned military operation in Yemen using the Signal app.
New Orleans is now in the spotlight as federal authorities kick off a major immigration enforcement operation. The focus? Individuals with serious criminal records who are living in the city illegally. Think home invaders, armed robbers, car thieves, and those accused of rape. The U. S. Department o
A well-known British TV host, Laura Woods, surprised viewers when she fainted during a live soccer match. She was quickly taken to the hospital, but later shared that she was feeling better. Woods, who is 38 years old, posted on her Instagram story, saying she was sorry for worrying everyone. She me
In the UK, police forces are set to use face-scanning tech more widely to catch lawbreakers. This tech is already in action in London, leading to over a thousand arrests in just two years. It's helped nab rapists, abusers, and violent criminals, plus over a hundred sex offenders who broke their rule
Missouri's legal system is currently grappling with a contentious issue: the wording of a proposed constitutional amendment that aims to ban most abortions. The debate has intensified as abortion rights advocates argue that the summary of this amendment is misleading and violates rules against combi
Semaglutide, the star ingredient in weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, just took a big hit. Two major trials showed it doesn't help people with early Alzheimer's or mild memory issues. Thousands of people aged 55 to 85 took part, but the results were clear: no improvement in memory or daily funct
The Caribbean strike story has everyone talking. Some say it was a war crime. Others say it was just a job done. The truth? It's not clear yet. First, let's talk about the claims. Some news outlets say Secretary of War Pete Hegseth ordered a "kill-everybody" mission. They say he wanted to strike a
