Hidden genes may be tapped for new antibiotics
Bioscientists learn to trigger ‘silent’ gene clusters in bacteria that could be rich sources of new antibiotic candidates.
Abnormal heart metabolism may predict future sudden cardiac death
Adults with abnormal heart metabolism are up to three times more likely to experience life-threatening arrhythmias (an irregular heart rhythm), and MRI techniques could be used to detect the condition and predict future sudden cardiac death (SCD), acco…
Future smart homes could be powered with electronics built on stones
What if you could power the smart thermostats, speakers and lights in your home with a kitchen countertop? Stones, such as marble and granite, are natural, eco-friendly materials that many people building or renovating houses already use. Now, in a ste…
Video game players show enhanced brain activity, decision-making skill study
Frequent players of video games show superior sensorimotor decision-making skills and enhanced activity in key regions of the brain as compared to non-players, according to a recent study.
Hopping space dust makes asteroids look rougher
When NASA’s OSIRIS-REx spacecraft arrived at the asteroid Bennu, scientists discovered something surprising: The asteroid’s surface wasn’t smooth like many were expecting but was covered in large boulders. Now, a team of physicists think they know why.
Why Shopify, MercadoLibre, and Sea Limited Plunged Today
Investors are clearly not looking forward to second-quarter earnings.
Despite Drifting Lower Today, Cardano Sees Uptick in Interest
This top 10 crypto is seeing interest surge, as development activity rockets higher.
Why Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid Stocks All Tanked Today
Growth and tech stocks are leading the market downward, but Tesla has its own issues.
Why JD, Huya, and New Oriental Education Stocks Tumbled on Monday
A new COVID-19 surge and a tech crackdown weighed on a broad range of Chinese stocks.
Why Pliant Therapeutics Stock Is Crushing It Today
A positive mid-stage trial readout in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is powering the biotech’s stock higher.
Why Shares of KE Holdings, TAL Education Group, and New Oriental Education Are Falling
Regulatory news and renewed COVID-19 fears hurt Chinese stocks today.
Why Cruise Line Stocks Tumbled Today
Economy news spooks cruise investors in the run-up to earnings season.
Why Shares of Aurora Cannabis, Canopy Growth, and Sundial Growers Are Slumping Today
These top marijuana stocks are dropping yet again.
Why MacroGenics Stock Tumbled Today
One of its phase 2 clinical trials was ended abruptly after several patients died.
Why Fastly Stock Fell Today
Analyst expectations keep coming down as the price per share plummets.
Elon Musk Doesn’t Want to Buy Twitter Anymore, and Neither Should You
The social media company’s takeover drama enters a new phase and that means more trouble for an already troubled stock.
Why Netflix Stock Fell 4% Today
Investors are bracing for more bad news from the streaming video company next week.
Why Kinder Morgan Stock Outperformed in the First Half of 2022
The natural gas pipeline company got 2022 off to a solid start.
Why Peloton Interactive Is Dropping Again Today
The home fitness guru has yet to find a way to pedal out of the deep hole it’s in.