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Sunflower Gene Boosts Plant Growth and Stress Resistance

February 20, 2025

Plants face many challenges, like drought and salty soil. They need special genes to help them grow well and survive these tough conditions. One such gene, HaNAC146, was found in sunflowers. This gene is part of a big family called NAC, which helps plants grow, age, and deal with stress. Su

health

Heartbeats in Sync: Mom and Baby's Connection

February 20, 2025

Ever wondered how moms and babies connect on a deeper level? It's not just about smiles and coos. Scientists looked into how moms and babies' heartbeats sync up, especially when moms have gone through a tough time during childbirth. They wanted to see if this syncing, or physiological synchrony, was

health

Smartphone Addiction: A New Kind of Fear

February 19, 2025

Smartphones are everywhere. They're like an extra limb for many people. But what happens when you can't find your phone? Some people feel a real panic. This fear is called nomophobia. It's a big deal and it's becoming more common. This is especially true for young people. It's important to understan

health

Measles: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe

February 19, 2025

Measles is a highly contagious disease that can cause serious problems, especially for young children. It can lead to blindness, pneumonia, or even brain swelling, and in some cases, it can be deadly. This is especially true for kids under 5 years old. In fact, about 1 in 5 unvaccinated people with

environment

Whales in Distress: A Struggle for Survival on Tasmania's Shores

February 19, 2025

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, over 150 false killer whales found themselves trapped on a remote beach near Arthur River in Tasmania. This was a tough situation for everyone involved. The beach was far from easy to reach, and the ocean conditions were rough, making it nearly impossible for exp

sports

New Leader for USA Swimming

February 19, 2025

Chrissi Rawak, the former Director of Athletics at the University of Delaware, has been chosen to lead USA Swimming as its new President and CEO. This announcement comes after Tim Hinchey stepped down last August. Rawak's journey in swimming began in her hometown of Newton, Pa. , where she competed

health

How Your Childhood Shapes Your Old Age Resilience

February 19, 2025

The way we grow up can have a big impact on how we handle life's challenges when we're older. This is what a recent study found out. Researchers looked at people born between 1934 and 1944. They wanted to see if tough times in childhood and the atmosphere at home affected how well these people could

politics

ICE's Detention Dilemma: Who's Really Getting Arrested?

February 19, 2025

The Trump administration has been vocal about focusing on the "worst of the worst" when it comes to immigration arrests and deportations. However, recent data from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) tells a different story. In the first two weeks of February, over 1, 800 people were detained

politics

When Power Gets Out of Hand

February 19, 2025

The President of the United States has a big job. They rely on a team of helpers to get things done. These helpers are part of the executive branch and have a lot of power. But they have to answer to the President, who ultimately answers to the people. This is how the system is designed to work, wit

politics

Government Shake-Up: A Look at Job Cuts and Changes

February 19, 2025

The new government administration has started making significant changes, with thousands of federal employees losing their jobs in the first month. This isn't just happening in Washington, D. C. More than 80% of the 2. 4 million civilian federal workforce lives outside the national capital region.