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surface machines

Irritated Waters: Boats, Mines and a Burning Question

March 12, 2026

The Gulf of Oman saw a night of chaos when small boats, said to be from Iran and packed with explosives, struck two fuel tankers near Iraq. The attacks set the ships ablaze and killed a crew member, while four other vessels were hit by projectiles in nearby waters. The tankers carried fuel from Iraq

celebrities

René Redzepi Steps Down Amid Growing Calls for Change

March 12, 2026

The famed chef behind Copenhagen’s Noma has announced he will leave the restaurant and resign from his own nonprofit, following a wave of abuse claims that surfaced last month. The decision comes after a New York Times report detailed alleged physical and verbal abuse in the kitchen between 2009

science

Nanoparticle and Surfactant Dance in Water Revealed by Simulations

March 12, 2026

Scientists used a simplified computer model to watch how tiny silica particles that repel water attract and bind with a common soap‑like molecule called CTAC. They set up a virtual box 20 nanometers wide and let the system run for 250 nanoseconds at room temperature. The box held one silica particle

business

Trust Betrayed: A Tale of Fortune, Fraud and Family

March 12, 2026

Kathy Ireland and her husband Greg Olsen have filed a lawsuit against former managers Jason Winters and Erik Sterling, accusing them of serious misconduct. The couple claims the men misled them about their finances for more than three decades, presenting false reports while siphoning money for perso

sports

Arlington’s New Speed Stage: A Street‑Race Takeover

March 12, 2026

Arlington, Texas, has long hosted big games and shows, but this year it’s adding a high‑octane twist: an IndyCar street race that snakes through the city’s entertainment hub. The event isn’t just another ticket sale; it’s a chance to display Arlington’s landmarks—AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, a ne

politics

Sea Drones Strike Tankers, Raising New Shipping Threats

March 12, 2026

Recent incidents in the Gulf show that unmanned surface vessels, or sea drones, are being used to attack oil tankers. Two separate attacks have already occurred since the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran began. The first hit a tanker named MKD VYOM about 44 nautical miles off Om

technology

A Smart Fiber That Bounces Back and Keeps Water Out

March 11, 2026

The new fiber is built from stretchy polyurethane that can be shaped into a tiny helix, much like the coiled springs found in nature. Scientists first weave the polymer into a multi‑level braid, giving it a strong yet flexible skeleton. Then they heat the material in a controlled way that lets the s

health

Future Paths in Medical Ethics: Lessons from a 50‑Year Journey

March 11, 2026

The Journal of Medical Ethics marked half a century in 2025, sparking thoughts about how the field has evolved and where it should head next. At that year’s Institute of Medical Ethics conference, researchers gathered opinions from attendees to map out the discipline’s future. They asked three key q

science

Surviving the Flood: How Wild Mustard Plants Adapt

March 11, 2026

Wild mustard species have found clever ways to live in water‑logged places. When rain turns a field into a pond, these plants do not simply drown. Instead they grow special air‑filled tissues that let oxygen reach their roots. Some species develop extra roots on the surface, while others ch

technology

AI Is Helping Workers, Not Taking Their Jobs

March 11, 2026

The new wave of artificial intelligence is sparking debate about its impact on everyday life. A leader at a telecom company says the truth is different from the fear. He argues that AI boosts productivity instead of stealing work. In a recent discussion at a federal event, he noted how employees no