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The Temperature Dance of KaiB: A Closer Look

December 13, 2024

Ever wondered how tiny creatures like cyanobacteria tell time? It's all thanks to a protein called KaiB, which has a neat trick up its sleeve. KaiB can change its shape, switching between two states: a stable one and an unstable one. This switch is crucial for the bacteria's internal clock, creating

health

Fat Turnover in Belly Fat Linked to Heart Health

December 12, 2024

Did you know that the fat in your body, especially the kind under your skin, plays a big role in your heart health? Scientists have found that how quickly this fat is made and broken down can affect your risk of heart problems and a condition called metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is like a

technology

TikTok Takes Canada to Court Over Shutdown Order

December 11, 2024

TikTok has decided to fight back against Canada's decision to make it shut down its business in the country. The company filed a case in Vancouver's Federal Court on December 5, hoping to overturn the government's order. Why did Canada do this? Because of concerns about national security, linked to

health

Thyroid and Cold: A Study of Greenlandic Hunters

December 11, 2024

Imagine being a hunter in the freezing lands of East Greenland, where temperatures often dip below zero. It turns out that our thyroid hormones play a vital role in keeping us warm when we're exposed to the cold. One study delved into this by looking at a group of Greenlandic hunters who are no stra

education

Medical School's New Grading System: Helping the Underserved?

December 11, 2024

Imagine a medical school where grades are simply pass or fail, instead of the usual 1 to 5 scale. This was the case for a group of medical students who were part of a study comparing two classes: one with the old, competitive grading system, and one with the new pass/fail system. Researchers wanted

science

New AI Model Beats Traditional Weather Forecasts

December 10, 2024

Recently, a groundbreaking machine learning weather forecast model named GenCast has shown it can outperform traditional systems in certain situations. Developed by researchers at Google DeepMind, this model uses a diffusion approach similar to AI image generators to create multiple forecasts quickl

politics

Is Putin Really Gearing Up to Use Nuclear Weapons?

December 10, 2024

Lately, Russia has been making some big threats about using nuclear weapons. This started after Ukraine was given the go-ahead to use some long-range missiles from the West. On November 19, President Vladimir Putin signed a new law making it easier to use nuclear weapons. Two days later, Russia show

education

Sunway's Hands-On Partnership: Boosting Southern Malaysia's TVET Students

December 10, 2024

Sunway Group and the Ministry of Higher Education have joined forces to boost technical and vocational education and training (TVET). This three-year partnership focuses on sharing skills, creating industrial training programs, and developing human capital. Ibrahim Sultan Polytechnic, under MOHE, wi

celebrities

Gone Too Soon: Radio Host Robin Ayers Leaves a Legacy

December 9, 2024

Beloved LA radio host Robin Ayers, known for her show "The RA Report with Robin Ayers, " passed away at 44 years old after a battle with cancer. Ayers was a well-loved personality at KBLA Talk 1580, where she discussed entertainment and pop culture daily. She had been fighting leiomyosarcoma, a rare

science

Arctic Ice Particles: Mysteries Unveiled in Ny-Ålesund

December 8, 2024

In the chilly Arctic town of Ny-Ålesund, scientists discovered that tiny particles in the air, called ice-nucleating particles (INPs), play a crucial role in forming clouds and affecting weather patterns. These INPs can come from various sources and change over time, making them tricky to understand