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Seas in Stress: How Warming and Acidification Mix It Up for Tiny Plants

July 16, 2025

In the coastal waters of Southern East, tiny plant-like organisms called phytoplankton are facing some big changes. The ocean is getting warmer and more acidic. This is not good news for these little guys. They are super important because they help make the oxygen we breathe. Scientists wanted to s

business

Businesses Rush to Beat Tariff Deadlines, Causing Shipping Surge

July 16, 2025

The Port of Los Angeles experienced its busiest June ever, with 892, 000 container units processed. This is an 8% increase from the previous year. This sudden surge in shipping volume is a direct result of businesses trying to avoid upcoming tariffs. The port's executive director, Gene Seroka, belie

science

Boosting Solar Cells with Smart Molecules

July 15, 2025

Solar cells are getting a smart upgrade. Scientists have found a way to make them more efficient and stable. They did this by adding special molecules between layers of the solar cell. These molecules do more than just one thing. They help align energy levels, reduce defects, and protect the cell fr

crime

A Kentucky Church Shooting: What Led to the Tragedy?

July 14, 2025

A man with a troubled past caused chaos in a small Kentucky town. Guy House, 47, was supposed to be in court for a domestic violence case. But instead of facing a judge, he shot a state trooper, stole a car, and then opened fire at a church. Two women, Beverly Gumm, 72, and Christina Combs, 34, were

science

Tea Plants and Their Secret Weapon Against Fungi

July 13, 2025

Scientists have found a special protein in tea plants that helps them fight off a nasty fungus called Colletotrichum camelliae. This fungus causes a disease known as tea anthracnose, which is a big problem for tea growers. The protein, called CsJAZ11, works by teaming up with another protein called

lifestyle

A Colorado Company's Heartwarming Gesture

July 13, 2025

In Colorado Springs, a local business decided to put kindness before profits. Around The Clock Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electric stepped in to help a family in need. Eddie Williams, who has congestive heart failure, couldn't afford to fix his old air conditioner. With temperatures ri

science

What Happened to the Air India Flight?

July 12, 2025

A recent report has shed light on the tragic Air India plane crash that happened in June. The plane, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, was on its way to London but crashed just moments after taking off from Ahmedabad airport in western India. The crash resulted in the deaths of 260 people, including passen

business

How Do Visits from Analysts Influence Company Risks?

July 12, 2025

In China, companies listed on the stock exchange are under constant scrutiny. One interesting aspect is how visits from institutional analysts affect how these companies take risks. Researchers looked into this and found something surprising. More visits in one year can lead to managers taking bigge

health

How Money and Race Affect Heart Emergency Care

July 12, 2025

When someone's heart stops outside a hospital, quick action is key. But not everyone gets the same help. A recent study looked at how money and race play a role in who receives life-saving heart medicines. First, let's talk about the basics. Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) is a serious event.

science

How Vitamin K2 Fights Obesity: A Closer Look at Its Effects on the Body

July 11, 2025

Vitamin K2 (VK2) is gaining attention for its potential to tackle obesity and related health issues. Researchers wanted to see how VK2 affects different organs in mice fed a high-fat diet. They split 28 mice into groups and gave them either VK2 or a placebo while feeding them high-fat or normal diet