Duke University has announced that it will close its herbarium, which hosts over 825,000 plants, fungi, and algae specimens. Duke’s herbarium is one of the most diverse in the nation and has existed for over a century.
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It’s official – Dave’s Hall will not be destroyed anytime soon. This was confirmed on Monday, March 25, by “Anonymous” on Fizz.
After many years of purchasing physical cards, PATH riders can now use TAPP to access trains. TAPP is a contactless payment form, allowing for tickets to be purchased through Apple Pay or a card with just a tap of a phone.
You read that right: a satellite hit Earth on Wednesday, February 21. The dead European satellite entered the atmosphere at 12:15 EST over the Pacific Ocean between Alaska and Hawaii.
Every year, millions of Americans await one of the largest televised sporting events: the Super Bowl. This year, the Kansas City Chiefs won in an intense game against the San Francisco 49ers.
A new Artificial Intelligence (AI) model was released by Dr. Trieu Trinh: AlphaGeometry. This system can solve geometry problems from the International Mathematical Olympiad at almost the same level as a human gold medalist.
Researchers at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University have found that the protein RPT6 in the brain increases gene expression, thus assisting in strengthening memory formation.
A “first-of-its-kind” floating pool is coming to New York City in 2025. Mayor Eric Adams and New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the city and state will fund a $12 million “+Pool” to sit in the Hudson River.
A new study has shown that chinstrap penguins take over 10,000 naps daily, each lasting approximately four seconds. This napping cycle is called “microsleeps” or “micro naps.”
With finals season rapidly approaching, we often find ourselves stretched thin between social, academic, and personal responsibilities. It is easy to become overwhelmed, so we must prioritize certain duties over others.