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Home Depot billionaire Bernie Marcus' foundation donates $28.7 million to stem cell research that could repair hearts damaged by heart attacks

The foundation of late Home Depot cofounder Bernie Marcus has committed $28.7 million to stem cell research at the University of Southern California. The research aims to develop treatments for heart damage caused by heart attacks. The funding will support physician-scientist Charles “Chuck” Murry, director of USC’s Stem Cell Center.…

The Times of India

Why Do Some Pumpkins Turn Orange Long Before Harvest?

A pumpkin can flash its Halloween-ready orange weeks before the calendar says it should, leaving gardeners with one very reasonable question: Is that pumpkin actually ripe, or is it simply showing off? Color plays an important role in pumpkin maturity, but orange skin alone does not mean the fruit has…

Frugal Gardening

Billionaire Home Depot cofounder Bernie Marcus' foundation donates nearly $30 million toward stem cell research for heart attacks

The Marcus Foundation has made historic medical research donations during the past few decades.

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Japan's Former Currency Diplomat Says the Yen Is 'Clearly Too Weak,' Warns More Intervention From Tokyo and Washington Could Come 'at Any Time'

Japan and the U.S. could step in to support the yen again “at any time,” according to Mitsuhiro Furusawa, Tokyo’s former top currency diplomat, who also said the Bank of Japan should signal faster interest rate hikes to stem the currency’s decline.

Benzinga

University of Michigan to switch to pass/fail grades for first-semester students

School said it is pivoting away from letter-grading system to ‘curb the mental health crisis’ among college students

The Guardian - US

Summer bedding plants will continue to flower into autumn if you carry out this crucial task in August – don't miss out on a second flush of blooms

It's the gardening job you don't want to skip

Ideal Home

7 Low-Cost Ways to Protect Grapes as They Begin to Sweeten

Nothing tests a gardener’s patience quite like watching grape clusters finally plump up, only to discover that birds, wasps, raccoons, or hungry squirrels noticed them first. The weeks before harvest bring the biggest reward, but they also attract every creature in the neighborhood that appreciates a sugary snack. Protecting grapes…

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India's youth not merely competing with world, leading it: Pralhad Joshi

India's education system is now learner-centric and research-driven, preparing students for the future. Prime Minister Modi believes India's youth are key architects for a developed nation by 2047. Higher education enrollment has significantly increased, with many new institutions established across the country. Government initiatives expose children to innovation and technology,…

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Blaise Pascal: 'All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone' and the $100 billion industry built to keep you from doing it

In today's fast-paced world, the age-old human inclination to dodge self-reflection has intensified. Individuals often turn to myriad distractions to avoid confronting uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. This constant quest for entertainment can lead to poor decision-making and decreased well-being. Modern psychological approaches emphasize the importance of fostering moments of stillness…

The Times of India

Shikhar Dhawan praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting backs him for bright future

Shikhar Dhawan lauded Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's exceptional batting skills at a young age. Sooryavanshi achieved significant success in recent T20I and IPL matches. Dhawan also inaugurated a new STEM lab at Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, Pitampura. This initiative aims to enhance technology-enabled education for over 2,500 students. The Shikhar Dhawan Foundation supports digital…

The Economic Times

Why Are Your Winter Squash Vines Rooting Along the Ground?

Winter squash vines sometimes surprise gardeners by sending tiny roots into the soil along their long, wandering stems. It can look like the plant has decided to grow a second underground support system, and in a way, that is exactly what it is doing.

Frugal Gardening

Researchers Are Printing Bone Cancer Cells into Gel Cubes to Study a Tumor That Ignores Chemotherapy and Radiation

Rowan researchers are 3D printing chondrosarcoma cells into a hydrogel to study how the tumor recruits stem cells. Flat cell culture cannot answer this.

Medical Daily

Stanford Finds the Aging Brain Is Not Sealed off from the Body, Overturning a Long-Held Assumption

Stanford researchers found blood-derived immune cells enter the aging human brain, challenging the idea that it is immunologically sealed. What it means.

Medical Daily

UCLA Finds a Coronavirus Protein That Turns Immune Cells Against the Body's Own Blood Vessels

UCLA lab research found the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein amplifies macrophage inflammation and weakens heart vessel barriers. What it does and does not show.

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Quote of the day by Martha Nussbaum: 'Knowledge is no guarantee of good behavior, but ignorance is a virtual guarantee of bad behavior' and how our education system forgot the second half

Martha Nussbaum emphasizes that possessing technical skills isn't synonymous with ethical conduct. She points out that ignorance, whether intentional or overlooked, can lead to detrimental choices. Today's educational systems may churn out proficient employees but often lack the essential elements of critical thinking and empathy. The humanities, she argues, play…

The Conversation

How would NZ’s vital freight system handle a big earthquake? Our study sounds a warning

When we think of a major earthquake striking Aotearoa New Zealand, our minds first turn to collapsed buildings and the immediate toll on human lives.

The Economic Times

US employers rethink H-1B talent strategy as Trump policies tighten: Envoy Global

US employers are changing hiring and retention strategies for foreign professionals. This shift occurs as H-1B program changes make it more expensive and unpredictable. Companies now focus on long-term immigration plans starting with student visas. They are also accelerating green card sponsorships due to processing delays. This approach aims to…

The Times of India

New York recycled almost 5,000 discarded toilets into artificial oyster reefs beneath Jamaica Bay instead of sending them to landfill; know why

New York City repurposed nearly five thousand old toilets into artificial reef structures. These porcelain fixtures now provide a base for juvenile oyster growth in Jamaica Bay. Oyster reefs are vital for filtering pollutants and improving water quality in New York Harbour. Decades of pollution and overfishing had previously destroyed…

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Homes & Gardens

What to Do With a Thanksgiving Cactus in August Before It’s Too Late to Create a Fuller, Flower-Filled Holiday Display

August is the turning point for Thanksgiving cactus care –make these simple adjustments now to help your plant bloom beautifully around Thanksgiving

Texas Observer

The ‘Houston Miracle’ Shell Game

How Houston ISD’s takeover regime inflated school accountability ratings by systematically holding back certain students

The Economic Times

This 14-year-old teen in Canada has invented a wearable that detects IV leaks before swelling begins

Akshath Anand, a 14-year-old student, won a gold medal for his innovative IV safety monitoring system. His wearable device uses pressure sensors to detect intravenous leaks before they cause harm. This invention impressed judges at Canada's biggest youth STEM competition in Edmonton. The project demonstrated how young innovators can address…

Medical Daily

A Protein Known for Guarding Chromosome Ends Also Keeps Muscle Stem Cells Ready to Repair Injury

Penn researchers found that TRF2, long known for protecting chromosome ends, also preserves muscle stem cell identity during injury repair in mice.

Frugal Gardening

Can You Use Pruned Herb Stems to Start Free New Plants?

Fresh herbs already save money in the kitchen, but those trimmed stems can stretch a garden budget even further. Many common culinary herbs grow into entirely new plants from healthy cuttings, turning routine pruning into one of the easiest gardening tricks around.

The Economic Times

America's foreign STEM worker debate has a data problem

As the Trump administration tightens immigration rules for foreign workers and students, recent academic research challenges a key premise behind the crackdown. Multiple studies suggest international STEM graduates do not displace American workers and instead help fill skill shortages while supporting innovation and employment.

The Conversation

Recurring risk: Like Zika, Oropouche virus can also affect the brains of unborn babies

Discovered in 1955, the Oropouche virus circulated mainly in the Amazon, causing a febrile illness virtually indistinguishable from dengue, Zika, and chikungunya, viruses also transmitted by biting mosquitoes.

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