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Boosting Plant Toughness with a Tiny Molecule

February 6, 2026

Plants and the microbes that help them survive harsh weather can be made stronger by boosting a natural compound called glycine betaine. This molecule helps cells keep the right balance of water and protects them from heat, salt or drought. Traditionally, betaine comes from plants grown in specific

technology

Parents Get a New Kid‑Friendly Phone That Lets Them Keep an Eye on Screen Time

February 6, 2026

AT&T has introduced a new phone aimed at children but designed mainly to give parents more control over their kids’ digital habits. The device, called the amiGO Jr. Phone, was unveiled on Friday along with a matching smartwatch. The company says it will help families manage how children use smartpho

crypto

Crypto's Slump: A Temporary Setback or a Long-Term Trend?

January 29, 2026

Bitcoin and Ethereum have been lagging behind other investments like stocks and precious metals. This isn't necessarily a bad thing. There are a few reasons why this might be happening. First, there's a lot of deleveraging going on. This means people are pulling out their money, especially in crypt

politics

A Sudden Exit: The Changing Face of the Kennedy Center

January 29, 2026

The Kennedy Center is going through a lot right now. First, it got a new name, which not everyone is happy about. Then, the person in charge of putting on shows, Kevin Couch, left his job after just a few days. He didn't say why he quit. The Kennedy Center hasn't said much either. This isn't the fi

finance

Charging Up: The US EV Boom Beyond the Hype

January 29, 2026

In the US, electric vehicle (EV) drivers now have more fast charger options than ever before. This surge in charging stations happened even though EV sales slowed down and federal incentives ended. The number of chargers grew the most in the last three months of last year. The growth in chargers is

crime

Bangor's Recent Air Tragedy: A Look into the Aftermath

January 29, 2026

A recent plane crash in Bangor has left the community in shock. Six lives were lost when a business jet crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport. The victims were part of a luxury travel company, and their identities have been shared by family and friends. The recovery process was dela

finance

Insuring the Future: Dubai Insurance Takes a Leap into Crypto

January 29, 2026

Dubai Insurance has made a bold move by introducing a crypto wallet for its customers. This wallet allows people to pay insurance premiums and receive claims using digital currencies like bitcoin. It's a big deal because Dubai Insurance is the first in the world to offer this service. The company w

entertainment

Reunited and Ready to Steal the Show

January 29, 2026

Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo are back on screen together for the fifth time. This time, they star in "Crime 101, " a new action-packed movie that had its big debut in London. Hemsworth plays Mike Davis, a clever thief who has been pulling off heists along the 101 Freeway without getting caught.

crime

San Bernardino's Big Step Towards Safer Streets

January 29, 2026

San Bernardino is getting a tech boost to fight crime. The city's police department just got over a million dollars from the federal government. This money is for a cool project called the Mobile Crime Prevention Program. The goal? To make the city safer by adding more eyes on the streets. Right no

business

MOGU: Fashion, Figures, and Future

January 29, 2026

In the first half of 2026, MOGU, a major player in China's online fashion scene, showed some impressive growth. The company's focus on live-streaming and working with key opinion leaders (KOLs) paid off, with a 24% increase in gross merchandise value (GMV). Total revenue also saw an 11% boost, reach