In a significant move ahead of its premiere at SXSW, the feature documentary “Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics” has secured an international distributor in Rainmaker Content based in the UK. This 90-minute film, produced by Canada’s White Pine Pictures, delves deep into the world’s addiction to plastic and the escalating threat posed by
The cost of cocoa, a core ingredient in chocolate production, has been on the rise, leading to concerns about the sustainability of the market. Analysts point to the supply of cocoa in West Africa as a key driver of the price surge. With around three-quarters of the world’s production coming from this region, any disruptions
Scientists have long been puzzled by the absence of giant star-shaped sand dunes in geological records, despite their prevalence in modern deserts around the world. While only one such dune, dating back more than 250 million years, has been found in north-east Scotland, these majestic formations can be observed in deserts across Africa, Arabia, China,
In a groundbreaking development, scientists have successfully grown miniature models of human organs using live fetus cells, marking a significant advancement in the realm of prenatal medicine. Although these organoids are not exact replicas of full-grown organs, they closely resemble them enough to provide invaluable insights into human development and potential treatment strategies for congenital
The recent jury decision on the “Rust” armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, has left many people with mixed feelings. While she was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter, she was acquitted of tampering with evidence. The 26-year-old now faces the prospect of up to three years in state prison, with her sentencing scheduled for a later date. Throughout
The recent $1 billion funding injection by New York Community Bank led by ex-Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin’s Liberty Strategic Capital has highlighted the increasing trend of private equity players stepping in to assist financially struggling American lenders. This move not only helped to alleviate concerns about the bank’s financial stability but also resulted in a
The Florida Panthers made a significant move on Wednesday by acquiring winger Vladimir Tarasenko from the Ottawa Senators. This trade has positioned the Panthers as one of the top favorites to win the Stanley Cup this season. In exchange for Tarasenko, the Senators will receive a conditional 2024 fourth-round pick, which could become a 2026
The recent finding from a prospective cohort study conducted by Elan Louis, MD, and his team at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, revealed a concerning correlation between essential tremor and dementia. The study found that over a period of 5 years, the cumulative prevalence of dementia in individuals with essential tremor
Poco, the Xiaomi sub-brand, seems to be preparing for the launch of the Poco X6 Neo in India. The brand recently teased the arrival of a new smartphone from the Poco Neo series on its social media handle. While the exact launch date and name were not confirmed, the hints suggest that the Poco X6
Denis Villeneuve recently opened up about the difficult decisions he had to make while working on Dune: Part Two. As he adapted the 1965 science fiction novel by Frank Herbert to the big screen, he acknowledged the challenges that come with changing and cutting material from the original source. Villeneuve emphasized the necessity of making