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When Ash Meets Lead: Changing Rules for Lichens and Mosses

January 12, 2025

Lichens and mosses are great thermometers for tracking atmospheric deposits, especially the isotope 210 Pb. Scientists often use a method called gamma spectrometric analysis to measure this. But sometimes they need to boost the sensitivity by concentrating 210 Pb. One common way to do this is

science

Hunting Explosives: A New Forensic Tool

January 12, 2025

Crime scenes are full of clues, but finding the right ones can be as tricky as finding a needle in a haystack. Forensic scientists often need help to detect explosives. Enter laser desorption-ion mobility spectrometry (LD-IMS), a cutting-edge technique developed by MaSaTECH. This method zaps samples

technology

Blue Origin's Giant New Rocket: When Will It Launch and What's Its Goal?

January 11, 2025

Get ready! Blue Origin, the company owned by Jeff Bezos, is gearing up to launch its massive New Glenn rocket—which stands at 320 feet tall—into space for the very first time! This rocket has been in development for almost a decade and could shake things up in the commercial space industry and in th

health

Saving Moms: Why Measuring The Right Things Matters

January 11, 2025

In 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) set global targets to reduce maternal deaths by 2030. This plan, part of the Sustainable Development Goals, involves looking beyond just medical care. Instead, it focuses on big social, economic, and political issues that affect maternal health and surviv

technology

Galaxy S25: Leaked Specs and Images Unveiled!

January 11, 2025

In just a few days, Samsung's new Galaxy S25 series will be officially launched. But why wait? Today, leaks have spilled the beans on these highly anticipated phones. Over 70 new images and detailed specs have surfaced, giving us a sneak peek into what to expect from the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ul

technology

Meet the Camera That Shoots Paintballs at Intruders

January 11, 2025

Ever imagined a security camera that can shoot paintballs? Well, meet the Eve PaintCam. This unique system isn't your typical security setup. It's designed to tackle intruders and even wildlife by spraying them with paintballs. The Slovenian startup, OZ-IT, showcased their innovative idea at CES 20

politics

Senate Democrats and Republicans Team Up on Immigration Bill

January 10, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, many Senate Democrats joined Republicans on Thursday to move forward with a bill that would require authorities to detain undocumented immigrants accused of specific crimes. This comes as a shift in strategy for Democrats, who are trying to pick their battles wisely a

business

Ford's New Supercar: A Nod to History

January 10, 2025

Ford has unveiled a special edition of its high-performance Mustang GTD, priced at an impressive $325, 000. This special model, dubbed the "Spirit of America, " pays homage to the historical jet-propelled cars that once shared the same name. The car is painted white, with distinctive red and blue s

health

Improving Retinal Disease Detection: Turning OCT Images into Confocal Microscopy

January 9, 2025

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) and confocal microscopy are crucial tools in eye imaging. OCT gives quick, non-invasive images but can have clarity issues and motion artifacts. Confocal microscopy provides high-resolution, detailed color images but is invasive and raises ethical concerns. To comb

politics

Freedom Flights: Italian Journalist Returns Home After Iranian Detention

January 8, 2025

An Italian reporter, Cecilia Sala, has safely landed in Italy after being held in Iran for three weeks. Her release came about through intense diplomatic efforts, sparked by her arrest in Tehran on December 19. Sala, a journalist for Il Foglio, was accused of violating Iranian laws. Her detention co