Scientists have developed a new rice strain that emits 70% less methane, addressing a major source of greenhouse gas emissions. By identifying key compounds in rice root exudates, they bred a non-GMO,

Using traditional crossbreeding, researchers have created a new strain of rice that produces much less methane, a potent greenhouse gas, when it is grown in flooded fields

Rice cultivation is responsible for around 12% of global methane emissions, and these emissions are expected to increase with global warming and as the human population continues to grow.

Sunday afternoon the No. 19 Memphis Tigers secured their fifth consecutive victory by defeating the Rice Owls 86-83 in an American Athletic Conference matchup in Houston. PJ Haggerty led Memphis with 26 points and eight rebounds,