The use of artificial lighting in urban environments has been found to have a significant impact on insect herbivory, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The researchers observed that tree leaves in urban ecosystems exposed to artificial light show little signs of insect damage compared to those
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., made waves during his primetime appearance at the Democratic National Convention by reiterating his unwavering support for policies that diverge from Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign platform. Despite knowing that Harris does not share his stance on universal healthcare, Sanders boldly advocated for guaranteeing health care to all individuals as a
Travis Kelce, the recent Super Bowl champion, is set to star in an upcoming action comedy titled ‘Loose Cannons.’ Lionsgate is developing the film, with details of the plot being kept under wraps for now. As the NFL season is fast approaching, filming is expected to begin after the season. Kelce, known for his role
Vice President Kamala Harris has shattered records by raising close to $500 million in just one month following President Joe Biden’s exit from the presidential race. This incredible amount includes contributions to Harris’ campaign as well as various fundraising entities associated with her electoral efforts. There is an anticipation that this number will surge to
A recent ruling by a federal judge in Texas has put a halt to a U.S. Federal Trade Commission rule that aimed to prohibit noncompete agreements commonly used by employers. This decision was made on the grounds that the FTC overstepped its boundaries in trying to enforce rules that target specific business practices deemed unfair.
Waymo, the leader in the autonomous vehicle industry, has been making waves with its impressive growth. According to a recent LinkedIn announcement by co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana, Waymo is now providing over 100,000 paid robotaxi rides per week in the U.S. This marks a significant increase from the 50,000 weekly paid trips reported just a few
A recent randomized phase II study has proposed a novel strategy for dose reduction in the treatment of pancreatic cancer. The study, conducted by Frank Kullmann, MD, and colleagues, aimed to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of an alternating treatment approach in patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The study found that patients who received alternating
The threat of plastic pollution on human health remains largely unknown, but recent studies have revealed a disturbing reality – we are ingesting microscopic particles of plastic through our drinking water. This revelation has sparked concerns among the scientific community and the general public alike. However, researchers at the University of Missouri have come up
Final Fantasy XVI, the latest installment in the renowned Final Fantasy series, is finally making its way to PC after being initially exclusive to the PS5 for over a year. Fans of the franchise can rejoice as the game is set to launch on PC through Steam and Epic Games Store on September 17. This
In a gesture of support and solidarity, the King has decided to meet with some of the children who survived the tragic Southport knife attack. This private meeting will take place at The Hart Space community centre, where the attack occurred on 29 July. The monarch’s decision to meet with the young survivors and their