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The Grass Genus Homolepis: A Journey in Plant Photosynthesis Evolution

December 17, 2024

Ever wondered how grasses adapt to different environments? Scientists have been studying the grass genus Homolepis to understand just that. This group of grasses is special because it shows different stages of an important process called C4 evolution. C4 evolution helps plants deal with hot and dry

education

Lesbian Identities: Shifting Sands or Firm Ground?

December 17, 2024

From 2013 to 2023, a scoping review dived into the changing seas of lesbian identities and communities. The term "lesbian" is a hot topic in academia, with some people thinking it's still super important and others saying it's getting outdated. Researchers picked 12 articles and found that there's a

environment

Saving the Siberian Crane: Genetics to the Rescue

December 17, 2024

The Siberian crane, a beautiful yet critically endangered waterbird, is facing a tough time. Its population has been declining due to changes in climate over time, which has led to a loss of genetic diversity and an increase in inbreeding. This means the birds are more likely to have harmful genetic

health

Calling an Ambulance: The Hidden Challenges of Language Barriers

December 17, 2024

In emergency situations, calling an ambulance is crucial. The person who answers the call, known as a call-taker, needs to quickly understand the problem so they can send help fast. Language barriers can make this tougher, especially when callers don't speak fluent English. A study in Australia foun

technology

Play with Images: Google's Whisk AI Generator

December 17, 2024

Ever wanted to create images without typing long descriptions? Google's got a new AI tool called Whisk that lets you use other images as prompts. You can tell Whisk what you want in the subject, scene, and style by showing it pictures. No need for lots of text! If you're stuck, just click a dice ico

celebrities

Lorraine O’Grady: The Artist Who Broke Barriers

December 17, 2024

Did you know that some artists don't start creating art until they're adults? Lorraine O’Grady is one of those people. Born in Boston in 1934, she was the daughter of Jamaican immigrants who valued education. She grew up near the public library, spending lots of time reading and writing. Before beco

entertainment

Why Aren't More Women at the Top of Music Companies?

December 17, 2024

Female artists are dominating the charts, but high-ranking women in music companies are stepping down. This year, top labels like Universal Music Group (UMG) and Warner Music Group (WMG) lost several female CEOs, including industry heavyweights like Michelle Jubelirer and Julie Greenwald. While the

health

Do Ketones Actually Boost Ultra-Endurance Efforts?

December 17, 2024

For quite some time, athletes have been curious about the ketogenic diet, a low-carb, high-fat plan. They believe it can jack up their performance and cut their recovery time after workouts. But what's the real deal, especially for those pushing their limits in ultra-endurance sports? Scientists are

business

Japan’s SoftBank to Invest in U. S. , Boost Tech Jobs

December 17, 2024

In a recent announcement, the Japanese tech giant, SoftBank, revealed plans to invest a whopping $100 billion in the United States. This significant investment is expected to create at least 100, 000 jobs in the fields of artificial intelligence and technology. The announcement was made by President

business

Japan's SoftBank and Trump Team Up for $100 Billion U. S. Investment

December 16, 2024

Japanese technology giant SoftBank and President-elect Donald Trump have unveiled a massive $100 billion investment plan aiming to boost growth in artificial intelligence (AI) and infrastructure projects in the United States. The initiative, first reported by CNBC, aims to generate 100, 000 jobs ove