Targeted small molecule alleviates arthritis symptoms in mice
Researchers at the University of Helsinki, together with researchers from the United States, have discovered a small molecule that inhibits the formation in cells of cytokine proteins that promote inflammation. The mechanism is based on the fact that.....»»
Small, cheap, and weird: A history of the microcar
Tiny EVs come of age again in the third microcar renaissance. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson) European car manufacturers are currently tripping over themselves to figure out how personal transport and "last mile" solutio.....»»
BMW Concept Skytop may get very small production run
BMW's roadster concept based on the M8 Cabrio Competition, shown at Villa d'Este, could be built in 20 to 25 units and reach the market by 2026, the company's top designer said......»»
Hurry! Get the latest iPhone SE for $149 in Walmart’s Memorial Day sale
The iPhone SE 3 is an excellent small, yet powerful Apple iPhone, and this carrier deal from Walmart will bring it down to just $149......»»
Save $320 on HP’s flagship Spectre x360 laptop this weekend
HP's Spectre x360 14 is an excellent small and portable laptop, and with a 2.8k OLED screen, it's excellent to use, so be sure to grab this Memorial Day deal......»»
Boeing won"t fix leaky Starliner before flying first crew to ISS
Boeing is set to launch its first crewed space mission in June without fixing a small helium gas leak on its troubled Starliner spaceship, officials said Friday......»»
Is CBD Safe for Cats and Dogs?
Although studies are still mixed and products are often inconsistent, many scientists have hope that cannabidiol can help furry patients with arthritis, allergies and anxiety.....»»
After mice drink raw H5N1 milk, bird flu virus riddles their organs
No, really, drinking raw milk during the H5N1 outbreak is a bad idea. Enlarge / Fresh raw milk being poured into a container on a dairy farm on July 29, 2023, in De Lutte, Netherlands. (credit: Getty | Pierre Crom) Despi.....»»
Big brands are "failing to curb plastic sachet use"
Small plastic sachets commonly used in low- and middle-income countries must be phased out and packaging reuse systems promoted, urge campaigners and waste pickers, as new analysis reveals major corporations have failed to curb their use......»»
iOS 17.5.1: Is It Safe to Upgrade?
Apple recently rushed out a new iOS 17.5.1 update to address a glaring issue. It’s a small update, but it’s one most iPhone users should install today. Every time Apple releases a new version of iOS 17 we get questions from family, friend.....»»
Researchers develop tool for detecting foodborne pathogen that causes severe symptoms in children
The prevalence of pathogenic E. coli has meant the frequent misidentification of a similar bacterium of the Escherichia genus. E. albertii is an emerging zoonotic foodborne pathogen, first isolated in Bangladesh in 1991. Large-scale outbreaks of food.....»»
Constantly on the hunt for food: Harbor porpoises more vulnerable than previously thought to disturbances from humans
Summer is coming and that means more boats in the sea. Danish coastal waters are especially cluttered with small boats in the summertime: Locals water skiing, going fishing or just riding around the beautiful bays and fjords......»»
Study sheds light on how antibiotic "Velcro" kills bacteria
A small antibiotic called plectasin uses an innovative mechanism to kill bacteria. By assembling into large structures, plectasin latches onto its target on the bacterial cell surface, similar to how both sides of Velcro form a bond......»»
Mobile Mojo Mastery using Wireless Desktop CNC
The realm of desktop CNC machining is undergoing a creative explosion. What once felt like a niche hobby for techie types is now a super-powered tool for makers, artists, entrepreneurs, and even small-scale industrial applications. But there’s.....»»
Kenyan fishers face increased drowning risk from climate change
Fatal drownings are a big risk for small-scale fishers on Africa's largest lake, with many of those deaths attributed to bad weather—conditions that are likely to worsen with climate change, according to a new study......»»
Preteens use dating apps, and 1 in 4 are sexual minorities: Study
Though most online dating apps have a minimum age requirement of 18 years, a new study finds that a small number of 11–12 year-olds use them. Lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) preteens are 13 times more likely to report engaging in online dating com.....»»
Nuclear physicists make first precision measurements of radium monofluoride
For the first time, nuclear physicists have made precision measurements of a short-lived radioactive molecule, radium monofluoride (RaF). In their study published in the journal Nature Physics, the researchers combined ion-trapping techniques with sp.....»»
Repurposed protease controls important signaling molecule-activating protein
Efficient communication between cells is vital for many biological processes, such as recruiting immune cells to combat disease. The rapid release of at least 80 signaling molecules, including tumor necrosis factor and epidermal growth factor, is con.....»»
Dell Memorial Day Sale: Save $400 on the new XPS 14
The new Dell XPS 14 is perfect for those who want a small but powerful laptop outside of the Apple ecosystem......»»
How Lorelei and the Laser Eyes went from a small project to 2024’s most ambitious game
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes is a sprawling puzzle game, but developer Simogo originally set out to make something smaller than Sayonara Wild Hearts......»»
Non-invasive zaps to the spinal cord can treat paralysis—but no one knows why
The benefits may seem small, but they can make a world of difference, patients say. Enlarge / Trial participant Sherown Campbell manipulating a Rubik's Cube. (credit: UP-LIFT Trial) With a zap of electricity from well-p.....»»