New research fueled in part by citizen scientists reveals that the meadow spittlebug—known for the foamy, spit-like urine released by its nymphs—can feed on at least 1,300 species of host plants, more than twice the number of any other insect.
Researchers have developed a superhydrophobic surface with a stable plastron that can last for months under water. The team’s general strategy to create long-lasting underwater superhydrophobic surfaces, which repel blood and drastically reduce or prevent the adhesion of bacterial and marine organisms such as barnacles and mussels, opens a range of applications in biomedicine and industry.
Kevin Spacey, the notable American actor who was recently found not guilty in a U.K. court, was rushed to the hospital fearing a heart attack after he reportedly felt his “entire left arm go numb for about eight seconds” at a film festival in Uzbekistan.
An updated COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax has been authorized by the FDA, joining the two vaccines already cleared for use.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy said Monday he wanted to use the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce romance against the Kansas City Chiefs star.
The price of Steam Deck SSD upgrades continues to fall, as Integral's 2230-sized PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD has dropped to £69.95 at Amazon UK. That's a great price for a drive that more than doubles even the highest capacity Steam Deck sold by Valve, and makes a tremendous upgrade for 512GB and 256GB Steam Deck owners too.
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Rebooted as a direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand, Jenny Craig will now benefit from the widespread expansion of its audience beyond just the locations it can service within reach of brick-and-mortar locations. Following the weight loss brand’s acquisition and relaunch by Wellful, an omnichannel health and diet food company, Steve Mikulak, president of Wellful’s Nutrisystem brand, explained in […]
Читать дальше...Colombia, pursuing healthcare savings, plots compulsory license for ViiV's HIV drug dolutegravir fkansteiner Wed, 10/04/2023 - 15:03
Saudi Arabia announced on Wednesday it plans to bid to host the 2034 World Cup, the latest step in a campaign to turn the kingdom into a global sports powerhouse. The bid “intends to deliver a world-class tournament and will draw inspiration from Saudi Arabia’s ongoing social and economic transformation and the country’s deep-rooted passion
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The American summer of strikes is slowly growing to include the fall. On Wednesday morning, 75,000 nurses, medical technicians, and other health care workers employed by Kaiser Permanente went to picket lines instead of to work in hospitals and at...
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Speaking on the occasion of the 55th foundation day of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), the minister said the introduction of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, simplification of regulatory framework, decriminalisation of minor offences and tax changes are among the reforms that have also bolstered the country's business climate.
A new study shows that a single dose of the vaccine, administered in mouse models, put immune cells into 'Incredible Hulk' mode, providing rapid protection against nine different bacteria and fungi species that lurk in healthcare settings.
It is hoped the skeleton of the whale will eventually be put on public display for educational purposes.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES: Mark Wood is set to give England a huge boost by signing a three-year central contract and committing to next year's Test tour of India.
The second iOS 17.1 beta adds some new StandBy mode options.
Arrival of banks on bourse boosts activity.
From Fleet Week fun to an opera based on Steinbeck's 'Of Mice and Men,' a new Steinway Society concert and the return Litquake, there is a lot to see and do this weekend.
Moreno Prioretti married his partner at Ristorante La Rotonda in Frosinone, Italy, but things turned sour when it was alleged the couple didn't pay for their experience
A FAMILY of three was ready to build their dream home.
In just five months, they turned a self-described “disaster” of a space into a modern haven, complete with new floors and walls.
TikTok/aunandmanalA creative and DIY-loving couple shared the home renovation that they’re so proud of[/caption] They changed the carpet floors to wood and ripped out the dated wallpaper before decoratingTikTok/aunandmanalA couple (@mjhomes) with a passion for flipping homes revealed their... Читать дальше...
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the rest of the Blue Jays have their back against the wall. | Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images
It’s the 11th hour for Rays and Jays
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Although there is no confirmation yet from football's governing body FIFA, there were clues Wednesday morning that the 2030 finals might be played under a format never seen before in the competition's history that will be celebrating 100 years then.