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The Tiny Bosses: How MicroRNAs Control Insect Growth

March 13, 2025

Insects go through some serious changes as they grow. This isn't just about getting bigger; it's a whole transformation process. MicroRNAs, or miRNAs, are tiny molecules that play a huge role in this process. They work with hormones like 20-hydroxyecdysone (20E) and juvenile hormone (JH) to make sur

finance

Stocks in Asia-Pacific: A Mixed Bag

March 13, 2025

In the world of stocks, things can get pretty confusing. On a recent Thursday, the Asia-Pacific markets were all over the place. This happened after a report from the U. S. showed that inflation wasn't as bad as some people thought. This report helped two out of three major stock indexes in the U. S

science

SpaceX Crew-10: A New Journey to the ISS

March 13, 2025

The SpaceX Crew-10 mission is all set to blast off from Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39A at 7:49 PM ET tonight. The weather is looking good. The Dragon spacecraft will be carried into orbit by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. It will meet up with the ISS around 6:00 AM ET on March 13th. T

environment

Weather's Role in Almond Disease

March 12, 2025

Almond orchards face a significant threat from a fungus called Diaporthe amygdali. This fungus causes two nasty diseases: twig canker and shoot blight. Researchers wanted to understand how weather affects this fungus in Mediterranean climates. They created a special test using quantitative PCR (qPCR

finance

Trump's Tariff Talk Triggers Market Turbulence

March 12, 2025

Trump's recent threats of steep tariffs against Canada sent shockwaves through the market on Tuesday. Investors were left in a state of confusion. Stocks initially dropped sharply before recovering some losses by the end of the day. The S&P 500 index hit a low point, falling 1. 5 percent before c

celebrities

Swiss Ski and Swim: Hunter McGrady's Alpine Adventure

March 12, 2025

Hunter McGrady, a 31-year-old model, recently made headlines by posing in a bikini amidst the snowy landscapes of Switzerland. This wasn't your average beach photo shoot. No, McGrady traded in the usual tropical setting for a winter wonderland. She rocked two different swimwear looks, one a baby blu

entertainment

Hollywood's DEI Efforts Fade in Trump's Second Term

March 12, 2025

In recent years, Hollywood has faced a significant shift in its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). After a brief push for greater representation following the racial reckoning in 2020, the entertainment industry has seen a notable decline in DEI efforts. The change began wh

finance

Trump's Tariff Threats Shake Up Global Markets

March 11, 2025

On Tuesday, the stock market took a hit. Investors were left scratching their heads over President Trump's latest tariff threats. This time, Canada was in the crosshairs. The S&P 500 index dipped almost 1 percent, adding to Monday's losses, which was the worst day of the year so far. The tech-focuse

politics

Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Skyrocket

March 11, 2025

A recent announcement has made waves in the global market. The United States has decided to hike up the tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada by an additional 25%. This move brings the total duties to a whopping 50%. This decision comes as a response to Ontario's recent 25% tax on ele

business

Trump's Tariff Tumbles: Will They Shake Up the Economy?

March 11, 2025

The past few weeks have been a rollercoaster ride for the economy. Tariffs with Canada and Mexico have been all over the place. There have been cuts to the federal workforce and fears of a government shutdown. And let's not forget the stock market's wild ride. The Dow Jones Industrial Average took a