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Milk in Potato Chips: A Scary Surprise for Allergy Sufferers

January 31, 2025

Last year, the FDA in America announced a serious warning about some potato chips. The chips in question were Lay's Classic Potato Chips, which had a hidden ingredient: milk. This was dangerous news for people with severe milk allergies. Eating even one chip could trigger a deadly reaction. The FDA

technology

Farming Gets a High-Tech Boost With Corn Image Classifier

January 31, 2025

Picture this: farmers can use advanced tech to take super detailed pictures of corn. These images, called hyperspectral, are jam-packed with information about the corn's color, shape, and even its internal makeup. This tech is a game-changer for modern farming, making it easier than ever to plant, k

health

Uncovering 2-Methoxyestradiol in the Lab

January 30, 2025

Scientists set out on a mission to make sense of something called 2-Methoxyestradiol (2ME), a tricky compound that is tied to some serious, damaging pregnancy complications and has a significant effect on tumor growth. So what's the big problem with measuring it? First off, it's present in

politics

Meet the New DC Prosecutor Who Once Defended Jan. 6 Rioters

January 30, 2025

Ed Martin, a conservative activist, has taken the helm as the interim U. S. attorney for the District of Columbia. Martin was once a staunch supporter of Donald Trump's false claims about the 2020 election and represented some of the rioters who stormed the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. His appo

science

The Amazing Shell of Noah's Ark: A Nanoscale Adventure

January 30, 2025

Ever wondered how a tiny creature like the Noah's Ark shell (Arca noae) builds such intricate structures? Scientists dove deep into this question, using powerful tools like X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopes, and atomic force microscopes to understand the shell's makeup. They found tha

business

Thai Airways Upgrades Short Flights with New A320 Business Class

January 30, 2025

Thai Airways has just added a new twist to regional travel. They're introducing business class on their Airbus A320 planes, perfect for short trips. These planes will have 12 comfy recliners with plenty of legroom. No built-in screens, but you can stream movies and shows on your own device using WiF

entertainment

Prehistoric Horror Returns: Dino Crisis Hits PC & GOG Introduces dreamlist for Classic Games

January 29, 2025

Get ready, gamers! GOG has just dropped a major blast from the past with the release of Dino Crisis and its sequel on PC. This isn't just any old survival horror game; it's like Resident Evil, but with dinosaurs. The original game was even directed by Shinji Mikami, the mastermind behind Resident Ev

politics

Water Pump Mystery: Trump's Claims Face California’s Facts

January 28, 2025

President Trump caused a stir on Monday night with a claim on Truth Social that the military had entered California to turn on water pumps. He suggested that this action would send more water flowing from the Pacific Northwest. However, the state of California quickly responded with a statement of t

education

Brewing Science: MIT's Coffee Lab Unveils Secrets

January 28, 2025

Ever wondered why your coffee tastes bitter or acidic? Jeffrey Grossman, a professor at MIT, and his students are exploring the science behind the perfect cup. They've discovered that microwaving coffee for more than 30 seconds changes its chemistry, making it less enjoyable. In their class "Coffee

science

Understanding the Impact of Bacteria on Citrus Immune System

January 26, 2025

Citrus plants face a tough enemy in the form of Huanglongbing (HLB), a severe disease caused by the bacteria Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas). These bacteria can manipulate plant immune responses, making infection management crucial. Scientists have been studying three specific bacteria prot