Phage viruses, used to treat antibiotic resistance, gain an advantage by blocking the reproductive capacity of competitors

An illustration of the intron endonuclease cutting the DNA of a competing virus and disrupting its reproduction. Credit: Pogliano Labs, UC San Diego Strange bits of DNA hidden in the genomes of all living things have historically been ignored because they seemed to play no role in the fight for survival, researchers thought. These bits … Read more

Emiliano Martinez saves Argentina after Lionel Messi misses penalty in Copa América shootout

Lionel Messi missed his penalty, but goalkeeper Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez saved two penalties to send Argentina to the Copa América semi-finals, knocking out Ecuador. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images) For most of the 90 minutes on Thursday night, Argentina were comfortable. Through 360 minutes of this 2024 Copa América, the reigning champions had not conceded … Read more

What labor market data says about the economy

The summary The Labor Department’s June jobs report showed that employers added 206,000 jobs, down from the 218,000 jobs added in May. Unemployment rose to 4.1% in June and was above 4% for the first time in November 2021. The labor market has resisted long-awaited predictions that the number of vacancies would fall sharply, but … Read more

What to Watch in the U.S. Government’s June Jobs Report

A key government report is expected Friday showing that job growth slowed in June but remained steady, as analysts increasingly believe the U.S. economy is headed for a “soft landing.” Recent economic signals show that the labor market is normalizing: The country’s unemployment rate has been at or below 4% for 30 months. Employment growth … Read more

Purpose of the Antikythera Mechanism is studied using a cosmic research instrument

The Antikythera Mechanism, an ingenious calculating machine created 2,200 years ago, has inspired awe and enchantment since it was discovered in 1901 in a shipwreck off a Greek island. For generations, researchers have unraveled many mysteries surrounding the device, often described as the world’s first analog computer, but much remains unknown. A study published this … Read more

At least 3 dead when suspected drunk driver crashed into New York City park during July 4 celebration, police say

NEW YORK — At least three people were killed and six others were injured when a suspected drunk driver crashed into a Manhattan park Thursday night during Fourth of July festivities, authorities said. Two of the victims have been identified as 59-year-old Lucille Pickney and 38-year-old Hernan Pickney, who lived nearby. The name of the … Read more