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Rapid drug testing kit
Ministerio de Gobierno Ecuador · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
Interesting Things

Miniature Human Organs: How Organoids Are Revolutionizing Drug Testing

Scientists are developing organoid research to grow miniature human organs from patient cells, promising more accurate drug testing and a reduction in animal use in medical research.

August 14, 2026 at 12:16 PM CDT
Airline Catering Business 
James Emmans   · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Lifestyle

Mold and Bugs Plague Airline Catering Facility Serving LAX Airport

Employees of a major airline catering facility serving Los Angeles International Airport reported finding mold, cockroaches, and flies in the food service area, prompting complaints with Cal/OSHA and ongoing negotiations with the catering company.

August 14, 2026 at 12:15 PM CDT
"Powered by metagenomics, viral discovery is outpacing our capacity for the downstream characterization needed to fully assess zoonotic potential. A study published in PLOS Biology uses machine learning to prioritize nov
Jason T. Ladner · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0
Interesting Things

AI Generates Novel Viruses in Lab Setting

Investigation into how artificial intelligence has been used in laboratory settings to generate new viral entities.

August 11, 2026 at 9:55 PM CDT
‘A rug helps anchor all the pieces’: how to start decorating your home
Image: The Guardian Life and Style · Source: https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2026/aug/03/how-to-start-decorating-your-home
Lifestyle

Science of Clean Homes: How to Scientifically Reduce Dust in Your House

Exploring the scientific principles behind reducing dust in a home, focusing on spatial design and practical methods for creating a cleaner, more functional living space.

August 11, 2026 at 9:43 PM CDT
Escombros de un edificación luego del Terremoto del 10 de Agosto, Foto perteneciente a World Central Kitchen
World Central Kitchen · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0
World

Rescuers Scramble for Survivors After Deadly Colombia Earthquake

Search and rescue operations are underway following a powerful earthquake in western Colombia that resulted in at least 180 confirmed deaths. Efforts continue amidst the debris.

August 11, 2026 at 5:42 PM CDT
Lake Kariba
ISS Expedition 4 Crew · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
World

Ferry Capsizes on Lake Kariba, Killing 15 and Leaving 27 Missing

A ferry capsized on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe, resulting in at least 15 deaths and leaving 27 people missing. Rescue operations are ongoing to locate the missing individuals.

August 11, 2026 at 5:20 PM CDT