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Pests are a big problem for crops and health. Scientists have been working on a smart solution called the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT). This method involves releasing sterile insects into areas where pests are a problem. The goal is to reduce pest populations in a way that's safe for the environme

politics

Texas Floods: A Storm of Neglect and Misinformation

In central Texas, heavy rains led to deadly floods, sparking a closer look at the U. S. President's actions against climate research and disaster readiness. The National Weather Service (NWS) did warn about the flood, but many key positions were empty before the disaster. This raised questions about

How Cold Weather Slows Down Flowering in Plants

Plants have a clever way of knowing when to flower. They use a special protein called florigen, made in the leaves, to tell other parts of the plant it's time to bloom. But how does this protein move around, and what happens when it's cold outside? Scientists wanted to understand how florigen trave

Decoding the Genetic Links to Aggression: X and Y Chromosomes Explored

Violence is a serious issue globally, claiming over 475, 000 lives annually, with women and children often bearing the brunt. While factors like upbringing and environment significantly influence aggressive behavior, genetic components also play a role. Specifically, the X and Y chromosomes may prov

Earth's Days Getting Shorter: What's Happening?

Earth's spin is about to pick up speed, making some days shorter than usual. This change is due to the moon's position relative to Earth. On three specific days in the coming months, the moon's gravitational pull will cause Earth to rotate faster, making each day up to 1. 51 milliseconds shorter. N

technology

Big Tech Deal: CoreWeave Expands AI Infrastructure

CoreWeave Inc. is making a bold move in the AI world. They are buying Core Scientific Inc. for a whopping $9 billion. This isn't just any purchase; it's a strategic play to take charge of the physical side of AI. By buying Core Scientific, CoreWeave gains control over more than a gigawatt of data-c

technology

A Space Burial Mission Goes Awry

A German space company is trying to figure out what went wrong with a mission that was supposed to bring back the ashes of 166 people from space. The Nyx capsule, part of the "Nyx Mission Possible, " was on its way back to Earth after orbiting the planet twice in late June. But something unexpected

health

How Long Should Treatment Last for Lung Cancer Surgery?

Lung cancer is a serious disease. Doctors often use a mix of treatments to fight it. One common approach is neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy. This treatment happens before surgery. It aims to shrink tumors and make them easier to remove. But how long should this treatment last? That's a big question.

finance

Family Offices Bet Big on Biotech in June

In June, family offices, which manage wealth for the ultra-rich, stepped up their investment game. They made 60 direct investments in companies, a jump from May's 47 deals. However, this is still a 40% drop compared to last year. Despite the overall decline, biotech and healthcare were hot topics, w

A Giant Cosmic Drifter: Unraveling the Mysteries of 3I/ATLAS