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Small Metal Particles, Big Performance Boost!

November 19, 2024

Scientists are boosting the power of tiny metal particles by making them more porous and packed with multiple metals. Imagine a small house (the core) with a unique shape, surrounded by a wall made of many types of bricks (the shell). When these tiny 'houses' are made just right, they can do amazing

science

Water-Sensitive Color-Changing Composites

November 18, 2024

Imagine a material that changes color when it comes into contact with water. Sounds like magic, right? It's actually the work of hydrochromic materials, which are hot topics in sensing and security. Perovskite materials are known for their water-induced color changes, but making this happen in perov

sports

NBA's Big Fines: LaMelo, Edwards, Rivers Pay Up

November 18, 2024

Recently, the NBA handed out some hefty fines. LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards, and Doc Rivers all got hit with penalties for different reasons. LaMelo said something offensive in a post-game interview, and the league didn't like it. He had to pay $100, 000 for that. Anthony Edwards flipped off a fan d

technology

Why Do NFT Collectors Jump Between Similar Art Collections?

November 17, 2024

Ever wondered why some people who collect non-fungible tokens (NFTs) seem to bounce from one art collection to another? Well, it turns out they might be drawn to visual similarities between these collections. NFTs are like special tokens on blockchain networks that prove ownership of digital images.

celebrities

Former Yeezy Worker Blows Whistle on Kanye's Alleged Antisemitic Remarks

November 17, 2024

In a recent legal development, a former employee of Kanye West's Yeezy brand, Murphy Aficionado, has filed a lawsuit against the rapper. The lawsuit covers a wide range of issues, including claims of discrimination, a hostile work environment, and unpaid wages. One of the most notable allegations is

celebrities

Sunny Hostin Stands Up Against Elon Musk's X Platform

November 17, 2024

Sunny Hostin, the well-known co-host of "The View, " has decided to leave the social media platform X. She shared her reasons on the "Behind The Table" podcast, explaining that her departure was a "patriotic" act. Hostin, who is a Democrat, feels that the platform, now owned by Elon Musk, has become

health

How Online Comments Influence Health Opinions in a Divided World

November 16, 2024

These days, people's views on health issues are all over the place, especially on social media. Comments can range from super supportive to downright against something, and they often include rude language. But how do these comments really affect how people think about health? A study looked into ho

business

Alibaba's Revenue Rises as Profits Boosted by Investments

November 16, 2024

Alibaba, China's big name in e-commerce, entertainment, and tech, saw its revenues go up by 5% to about $33. 7 billion in the recent quarter. This was the result of a 63% jump in net profits to $6. 25 billion. But it's not all straightforward - some of this boost came from changes in the value of th

health

The Impact of Pain, Sleep, and Well-being on Daily Life for Those with Chronic Back Pain

November 15, 2024

People who live with chronic low back pain often struggle with doing everyday activities. This issue is what researchers call "pain-related functional interference. " A study looked into what factors contribute to this problem in people who are part of a physical exercise program. It turns out that

finance

Fed Chair Powell: Hold Your Horses on Rate Cuts!

November 15, 2024

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell dropped a hint in Dallas about future interest rate cuts. He said, "We're in no hurry. " Why? Inflation is still hanging around, and the economy is doing just fine. He's got a point. When things are steady, there's no rush to change them. Economists think the Fed