In the UK, business leaders are urging Finance Minister Rachel Reeves to make tough decisions in the upcoming budget. The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) chief, Rain Newton-Smith, will criticize Reeves for not involving businesses in key discussions about energy costs and labor reforms. She
UK stores are feeling the pinch as shoppers hold back on spending. This isn't new - it's been going on for over a year. The latest figures show sales are still dropping. People are worried about what the finance minister might announce in the upcoming budget. The Confederation of British Industry (
The porcini mushroom, a beloved ingredient in many dishes, is more than just a tasty fungus. It's a key player in forest ecosystems, forming special partnerships with tree roots. Scientists have been eager to understand its genetics better, but until recently, detailed genetic maps were hard to come
Metagenomics is a powerful tool for studying the genetic material of entire communities of microorganisms. To make sense of all that data, scientists rely on reference databases. These databases are collections of known genetic sequences that help identify what's in a sample. One of the most widely
In the world of tough parasites, Teladorsagia circumcincta stands out. It is a real pain for sheep and goats in temperate climates all over the world. This nematode worm is notorious for developing resistance to drugs pretty quickly. To get a handle on its resistance, scientists recently created a h
An intriguing development has unfolded in Pueblo, Colorado, where the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has begun looking into possible wrongdoings at the state mental health hospital. The investigation comes amid reports that the hospital's chief of police, Rick McMorran, has taken a leave of
