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Warm Weather and Storms Hit Gap's Sales, but Holiday Season Looks Bright

November 22, 2024

Gap, the well-known apparel brand, had a bit of a rough third quarter. Hurricanes and unseasonably warm weather really took a toll on their sales. But, despite these challenges, they still managed to do better than expected. In fact, they even raised their annual sales guidance for the third time th

science

Eco-Friendly Catalyst: The Power of High-Entropy Oxides in Propane Oxidation

November 22, 2024

The challenge of efficiently oxidizing propane, a common type of alkane, still remains a hurdle in environmental catalysis. Enter high-entropy oxides (HEOs), which have a lot going for them. They're made of various elements that are well-mixed and stable at high temperatures, and they have plenty of

science

How Chicken Feed with Dihydroartemisinin Affects Growth and Health

November 22, 2024

Scientists ran a test to see how adding dihydroartemisinin to chicken feed might affect how fast chickens grow and the quality of their meat. They used 400 one-day-old male Arbor Acres broilers, dividing them into five groups with different amounts of dihydroartemisinin in their feed: 0, 5, 10, 20,

lifestyle

Why a Vacuum Makes the Perfect Holiday Gift

November 22, 2024

As holidays approach, many people think gifts should be fun and exciting, not practical. But from a busy mom's perspective, a gift like the Dyson V15 cordless vacuum can be a game-changer. Why? Because it helps tackle daily messes efficiently. This isn't just any vacuum; it's been named one of CNET'

health

Handling Trauma: Therapy for Kids Bereaved by Violence

November 21, 2024

When a child loses a loved one to homicide, it's tough. We need to help them cope. Researchers in Britain recently studied how kids and teens deal with this horror. They focused on a treatment called Traumatic Grief-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TGF-CBT). 222 kids, aged 8 to 25, who finished

sports

How Accurate is the Jump Power App for Soccer Players' Jumps?

November 21, 2024

Let's dive into the world of sports technology! A recent study explored whether the Jump Power app can reliably and accurately measure vertical jumps in professional soccer players. The researchers compared the app with the Optojump photoelectric cell system, a well-trusted method for such measureme

health

The Powerhouse of Cells: How Mitochondria Control Energy and Disease

November 21, 2024

Mitochondria are like tiny power plants inside our cells. They make most of the energy our cells need, called ATP, through a process called oxidative phosphorylation. This process uses the electron transport chain (ETC) to pump protons and create an energy gradient, which is then used to make ATP. H

environment

The Microplastic Boom: How Storms Shift Pollution in Chennai

November 21, 2024

Imagine diving into the coastal waters of Thiruvottiyur after a storm. Researchers spotted something alarming: a surge in tiny plastic pieces, known as microplastics. Before Cyclone Michaung, these debris were just 150 per kilogram of sediment and 1. 28 per liter of seawater. But after the cyclone,

finance

Big Crypto Gains Ahead? Why Robinhood Might Soar

November 21, 2024

Imagine if the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) turned pro-crypto. That's what analysts are banking on for Robinhood's stock to skyrocket. Gautam Chhugani from Bernstein sees a 44% upside for the online trading platform, especially with former President Donald Trump potentially easing regula

science

Capsaicin's Impact on Protein Gels: A Closer Look

November 20, 2024

Scientists studied how capsaicin, the spicy compound in chili peppers, affects muscle proteins when exposed to certain free radicals. They found that adding more capsaicin can actually improve how these proteins form gels. This is important because strong protein gels are key to making foods like me