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Breakthrough quantum phase observed, paving the way for advanced computing and sensing Scientists at Rice University and EPFL experimentally confirmed the superradiant phase transition (SRPT)—proposed by Robert Dicke in 1954—and dissipative phase transitions (DPTs). SRPT involves synchronized quantum fluctuations between light and matter, while DPTs describe phase shifts in open quantum systems losing energy to the environment. Rice researchers bypassed theoretical limitations by using magnons (spin waves) instead of light, […]

Nourishing the gut to nurture the mind: How plant-based foods support children with autism The gut-brain axis (GBA) is a communication pathway between the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the brain, playing a key role in behavior, cognition and mood in individuals with ASD. Foods with in antioxidants, dietary fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and polyphenols can promote beneficial gut bacteria linked to reduced inflammation and better brain function. Berries, green tea, flaxseeds, […]

Eat your MEAT! Study finds children need to eat more animal protein for survival and development A groundbreaking study reveals that animal protein is crucial for child survival and development, while plant-based proteins promote longevity in adults over 60. Essential nutrients in animal products (e.g., complete proteins, iron, zinc) support growth in children, whereas plant-based diets reduce chronic disease risks in older adults. Analysis of 101 countries (1961–2018) shows higher […]

Russia’s migrant dilemma: Balancing security and human rights amid rising xenophobia The March 22, 2024, terrorist attack at Moscow’s Crocus City Hall — linked to Tajik suspects — killed 144 people, triggering a surge in xenophobia, discriminatory policies and violence against Central Asian migrants in Russia. The Kremlin’s response includes mass expulsions, occupational restrictions and weaponized citizenship laws, mirroring failed Western European migration policies rather than Russia’s historical "Moscow model" […]

Possible biosignatures detected on Exoplanet K2-18b, raising hopes for alien life Astronomers found potential biosignatures of life on exoplanet K2-18b using the James Webb Space Telescope. Dimethyl sulfide (DMS), a molecule linked to life on Earth, was detected in K2-18b’s atmosphere. Scientists remain cautious, needing further data to confirm the findings at a five-sigma confidence level. If verified, this would be the first evidence of life-supporting conditions on a habitable exoplanet. The discovery […]

Dr. Martin Makary has barred pharmaceutical and regulated industry employees from serving as official voting members on FDA advisory committees to prevent corporate influence on scientific decisions. The move aligns with Makary's promise to prioritize "radical transparency" and restore public trust by ensuring independent evaluations of new products, though industry representatives can still attend meetings as observers. The new rules expand roles for patients, caregivers and independent experts in advisory discussions, while […]

El Salvador's President Rejects Return of Wrongfully Removed Maryland Father"Homegrowns Are Next": Protests Erupt as Trump Proposes Sending U.S. Citizens to Salvadoran PrisonsTrump Orders Military to Take Control of Vast Stretch of Southern BorderTrump Administration Seeks $45 Billion to Expand ICE Detention CentersICE Arrests Mohsen Mahdawi, Columbia Protest Leader and Green Card HolderJewish Peace Activists Mark Passover with Protest at New York ICE OfficeTrump Administration Freezes $2.2 Billion in Grants […]

“Wartime Homefront Essential Skills” on BrightU: How to grow and preserve food at home In episode 1 of  "Wartime Homefront Essential Skills," Marjory Wildcraft introduces a three-part system to grow half your annual calories in under an hour a day, even for beginners with limited space. Wildcraft shares how raising six hens (1,500 eggs/year), growing 100 pounds of potatoes or 33 pints of tomato sauce in small spaces and off-grid preservation techniques can provide a reliable food supply. This episode […]

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg said Wednesday he has “probable cause” to hold the Trump administration in criminal contempt of court over its “willful disregard” of his order last month to halt flights transferring immigration detainees from the U.S. to the notorious CECOT mega-prison in El Salvador. Judge Boasberg noted that Trump officials have since “failed to rectify or explain their actions,” giving the administration one week, until April 23, […]