Israel has a plan to make more money from the Dead Sea. They want to change the rules for taking minerals from this famous lake. The government says they want to make sure the public gets a fair deal. They also want to protect the environment. Right now, a company called ICL Group has the rights to
Israel has put forward a new plan to manage the Dead Sea's mineral resources. The goal is to make more money from these resources while also protecting the environment. The current deal, held by ICL Group for 50 years, is set to end in 2030. The government wants to open this up to more companies, ho
Rubidium is a valuable element found in salt-lake brines, but extracting it has been a tough job. The usual methods aren't great at picking out rubidium from other stuff like sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. But now, there's a new trick: using a special material with lots of sulfonic acid
Clean water is a big deal. It's not just about staying hydrated. It's about staying healthy. And it's not just a problem in far-off places. It's a global issue that affects millions, including those in developed countries. So, investing in a good water filter is a smart move for any family. Waterdr
Recent events have put a spotlight on the safety of common medications. Two major drug recalls have raised alarms about contamination and quality control issues. The first recall involves over 580, 000 bottles of a blood pressure medication. Tests showed it was tainted with a chemical that could cau
Scientists have been experimenting with different materials to help bones heal better. They've created a new type of material that combines calcium phosphate with tiny amounts of sodium, magnesium, and zinc. This mix is then heated to a high temperature to make it strong. They also added a ceramic
Researchers have found a clever way to figure out the best conditions for a magnesium alloy called AZ91D to work well under heat. They used a computer model that mimics the human brain, called an artificial neural network (ANN), to predict how much wear and friction happen when the alloy is tested. ...
This week, there's a lot of fresh stuff to watch, listen to, and play. Let's start with the movies. "Sorry, Baby" is a must-watch on HBO Max. It's about Agnes, a grad student who faces a tough situation. The film is more about her life after the incident than the event itself. It's a unique take on
A painting by the famous artist Pablo Picasso recently sold for a huge amount of money. The painting, called "Bust of a Woman with a Flowered Hat (Dora Maar) 1943, " went for 27 million euros, which is about $31. 49 million. This sale happened at an auction in Paris. The painting had been kept priv
October 6th has seen the birth of many notable figures. It's a day packed with celebrities from various fields, including acting, music, and even engineering. Let's dive in and see who shares this special day. First up, we have Elisabeth Shue, who turns 62. She's known for her acting chops and has
