Heat stress is a big problem for chickens, especially their guts. Scientists wanted to see if zinc could help. They did two experiments using tiny pieces of chicken intestines, called organoids. In the first experiment, they put these organoids in different temperatures. One group was at normal tem
Ever wondered how scientists study the tiny worlds inside our bodies? They use special tools to look at microbes, but sometimes, they need fake data to test these tools. That's where MHASS comes in. It's like a fake microbiome maker. It creates pretend data that looks real. This helps scientists che
A Pennsylvania company got some good news recently. The Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) said they could get part of their money back from taxes they paid. This was for the time between the end of 2021 and the start of 2024. The company makes parts that help join pipes together. They asked for a
A recent ruling by the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) has left a taxpayer with mixed results. The company, which deals in buying, selling, and repairing electronic products, had asked for a reduction in a sales tax assessment that covered the period from January 31, 2017, to Decembe
Get ready, Chicago! A winter weather advisory is in effect for the area, with snow on the way. The National Weather Service has issued the advisory for several counties, including Cook, DuPage, and Lake, starting at midnight. The snow is expected to start falling late Saturday night, with the heavie
The UK is in for a soggy start to the week, with more rain on the way after a wet weekend. The weather forecast looks pretty gloomy, with low-pressure systems causing trouble. On Saturday, December 6, heavy rain is expected to stick around, especially in northeast Scotland, south Wales, and southwes
In the quiet eucalyptus groves of Santa Cruz, a unique project is underway. Citizen scientists are using smartphones to track monarch butterflies. This is thanks to tiny Bluetooth tags called Blu+. These tags help researchers understand the migration patterns of these beautiful insects. The western
Local music groups and churches are gearing up for a series of holiday events. These events promise to bring joy and warmth to the community during the festive season. First up, RCS Chamber Singers will team up with New Winter, a Celtic group from Ohio. They will perform a concert featuring bagpipe
Netflix is making a huge move. It wants to buy Warner Bros. for a whopping $72 billion. This deal is a big shift in the entertainment world. It shows how streaming services are changing the game. First, let's talk about the deal. Warner Bros. Discovery is splitting into two parts. One part will be
Detroit is buzzing with holiday cheer, and the city's stages are no exception. This year, the Fox Theatre and Little Caesars Arena are set to host a variety of performances that will surely get you in the holiday spirit. The Fox Theatre, a beloved landmark in Detroit, is pulling out all the stops f
