The University of Kansas has maintained its top spot in the latest Associated Press Top 25 men’s college basketball poll, with 44 first-place votes. The Jayhawks’ 92-89 win over North Carolina was a significant victory, but they struggled to hold onto their lead at various points during the game. Gonzaga moved up two spots to … Read more
A group of Texas lawmakers met on Monday to discuss how diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs are being implemented in college courses and their connection to faculty senates. The discussion revolves around the role of these groups and the influence they have on campus decisions. The controversy began with a bill that banned DEI … Read more
Scientists at Vilnius University’s Life Sciences Center have discovered a new way to silence specific genes without cutting DNA. Led by Prof. Patrick Pausch, the research team has developed a system that uses an RNA-guided “effector” complex to recruit an enzyme called DinG, which moves along DNA and silences targeted genes in a more subtle … Read more
AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D, the latest flagship CPU for gaming, has sparked a frenzy among PC enthusiasts. However, stock is scarce, leading many to look for prebuilt machines featuring this processor. Stormforce Gaming has now added another high-end gaming PC to its lineup, offering an unbeatable combination of performance and value. The Prism 1032 from … Read more
SpaceX is developing a network similar to its successful Starlink service, but designed specifically for communication between Earth and Mars. The project was announced during a recent meeting of the Mars Exploration Program Analysis Group (MEPAG), which supports NASA’s Martian surface missions. The proposed system will consist of multiple satellites in Mars orbit, providing “full … Read more
A recent study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence found that heavy cannabis users experience a drop in relationship satisfaction when combining cannabis with alcohol, while light users did not show significant changes. The study aimed to fill the gap in research on cannabis use in relationships by examining daily cannabis use within couples. Researchers … Read more
New York State Attorney General Letitia James announced Friday it won’t bring criminal charges against an NYPD officer who sped through a red light and fatally struck a young woman in 2020. The decision comes after a 71-page report concluded that the officer, Ceasar Munoz, couldn’t prove beyond a reasonable doubt he committed a crime. … Read more
Deadline reports Daniel Zolghadri is set to star in sci-fi/horror movie The Temple, alongside directors Yonah Lewis and Calvin Thomas. The film follows an orphaned millionaire’s quest to find the ghosts of his parents with a radiation scientist’s help. Ridley Scott expressed interest in Alien: Covenant having a sequel during an interview with THR. He … Read more
Apple recently introduced two new Macs with the M4 chip, including the MacBook Pro and iMac. The company has also announced a new Mac mini, which features Thunderbolt 5 ports for faster connectivity. The new Mac mini supports speeds of up to 120Gb/s, triple that of Thunderbolt 4. This upgrade is expected to be adopted … Read more
The rapid growth of Dallas-Fort Worth roads has left residents feeling frustrated and limited when it comes to transportation options. A recent survey of over 4,400 people by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) revealed that respondents believe roadway infrastructure is not keeping pace with growth, transit options are inconvenient, and walking and … Read more