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How TMAO Helps a Key Medicine Work Better

October 26, 2025

Proteins are the tiny machines that keep our bodies running. But some of these machines, like the enzyme urate oxidase (UOX), can be a bit wobbly. They don't work well in water, especially when it's hot. This is a big problem because UOX is used to treat certain medical conditions. Scientists have

business

Why Regular Check-Ins Might Be Holding Your Team Back

October 26, 2025

Ever feel like your calendar is running your life? Many managers find themselves stuck in a cycle of back-to-back one-on-one meetings. These meetings can feel like a necessary evil, but what if they're actually slowing your team down? A recent experiment at a tech company showed that ditching the r

environment

Drones and Forests: A New Way to Watch Trees Grow

October 25, 2025

Forests are always changing. They grow, they shrink, and they adapt. This is especially true in tropical areas where human activity puts a lot of pressure on these green spaces. To keep an eye on these changes, scientists are turning to drones. These flying gadgets can take pictures from above and h

education

School Board Drama: Meeting Cancelled Amid Controversial Text Scandal

October 25, 2025

In Marlboro, New Jersey, the school board has decided to postpone its upcoming meeting. The reason? Safety concerns, according to Brian Cohen, the board president. This decision has sparked quite a bit of debate among other board members and parents. Parents have been organizing peaceful protests o

politics

Chicago's Immigration Crackdown: A Closer Look at the Tactics and Controversies

October 25, 2025

In Chicago, a major immigration enforcement operation led by Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino has sparked heated debates. Bovino, who previously managed similar operations in Los Angeles, has defended the aggressive tactics used by federal agents. He claims that the use of force has been minimal a

science

How Heat Affects Milk's Taste and Quality

October 25, 2025

Milk undergoes changes when it's heated. Scientists looked at how different heating methods affect milk's taste and quality. They found that some methods keep milk's natural flavors better than others. Direct heating at high temperatures for a short time and mild indirect heating at lower temperatu

politics

Bay Area Breathes Easier as Immigration Raids Are Postponed

October 25, 2025

Plans for a big immigration crackdown in the Bay Area have been put on hold. This news came out on Friday from two federal officials who knew about the situation. President Trump had announced the day before that he had canceled the operation in San Francisco after talking to local tech leaders. But

education

Chicago Schools Face Tough Choices as ICE Raids Create Fear

October 25, 2025

In Chicago, a heated discussion is happening about how to keep students safe during ICE raids. Some school board members are pushing for online learning options. This comes after a student was detained on his way to school. The student was later released, but the incident has left many feeling uneas

finance

Biotech Stocks: A Bumpy Ride to Recovery

October 25, 2025

Biotech stocks have had a rough time since their peak in early 2021. They didn't join the market's rebound in 2022, but this summer brought a change. These stocks are tricky because most of them are in the early stages of development. They often don't have earnings or steady revenue, relying instead

crime

A Night of Tension at Alameda's Coast Guard Base

October 25, 2025

Late Thursday night, a tense situation unfolded at the Coast Guard base in Alameda, California. A vehicle, later identified as a U-Haul truck, tried to back into the secured area. Coast Guard personnel gave multiple verbal warnings, but the driver ignored them. Fearing for their safety, law enforcem