Scientists have made cocaine from the tobacco plant
Cocaine is perhaps best known as a dangerous drug. But it is also legally used as a local anesthetic for operations. Scientists in China have genetically engineered a tobacco plant…
Sierra Canyon 4-star small forward AJ Swinton has committed to Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech basketball has landed its first commitment of the 2024 recruiting cycle. On Friday, Sierra Canyon (Calif.) four-star small forward AJ Swinton announced his commitment to Hokies hoops with…
Imhotep Institute CB Kenny Woseley Names Top 4 Schools, Commitment Date
Imhotep Institute (Pennsylvania) four-star cornerback Kenny Wasley has received offers from 28 different programs, according to 247Sports. Over the weekend, Wasley made the announcement narrowing his list to the top…
Understanding how dementia causes death
Signs of dementia can cause anxiety and fear in anyone who is aging and experiencing cognitive decline. These concerns are often reflected in the psyche of family members, friends and…
Durable goods orders: more slowdown, still no recession
– by a New Deal Democrat I usually don’t pay much attention to durable goods orders. This is because they are very noisy. They don’t always give up before the…
Do essential oils expire?
Essential oils have been used for nearly 6,000 years — intended for therapeutic, hygienic, and spiritual purposes — and remain quite popular today. Claims for their benefits range from stress…
Centennial boys basketball 3-peats as slam dunk champs
With the title game tied at 56 on Saturday, St. John Bosco (Bellflower, Calif.) had possession as the seconds ticked off the clock. A made basket would have cemented the…
‘The Last of Us’ actor, deaf young hockey player meets Alexander Ovechkin in heartwarming video
Even actors can still be stellar. 10-year-old Kevon Woodard, recognizable from the hit TV show The last of uspractically froze when he walked into the Washington Capitals locker room on…
Insane Maine HS basketball final features 4 lead changes in last 21 seconds
In a stretch during a Maine Class AA regional semifinal that spanned less than an NBA shot clock, there were three separate shots that were potential game-winners before a fourth…
Earth has many different minerals, but only a limited supply
Last year, scientists announced the discovery of two new minerals: Elaliite and elkinstantonite. These were fascinating finds, perhaps even more so because they came from a 15-ton meteorite that flew…