Saturn’s rings are one of the most iconic features of the Solar System, but a new study suggests their time is limited. The rings are estimated to be between 100 million and 400 million years old, making them a recent addition to the Solar System and a fraction of the age of Saturn itself. The
Elon Musk has announced that a new Twitter CEO will allow him to devote more time to Tesla. Despite this, he has stated that he will continue to tweet his unfiltered thoughts, even if it harms his businesses. Musk has courted controversy since taking over Twitter, including sacking most of its staff, readmitting banned accounts
Researchers have discovered that a medical dye currently in use reduces the toxic effects of death cap mushrooms in mice. While it has yet to be tested on humans, the dye has already been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) for other purposes. The discovery of the dye offers hope of
On May 11, 2023, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially lifted restrictions on blood donation by gay and bisexual men. The ban was put in place in 1983 during the early days of the AIDS epidemic to ensure the safety of the blood supply. However, over the years, medical professionals and gay rights
The United States announced criminal charges against Chinese and Russian nationals on Tuesday, accusing them of stealing trade secrets and violating sanctions by attempting to export sensitive technology. This includes a former Apple software engineer who allegedly stole software related to the research and development of self-driving cars, and a Chinese man who attempted to
Researchers from Osaka University in Japan have discovered a new class of photo-responsive crystal compounds that can melt when exposed to ultraviolet light, a phenomenon known as photo-induced crystal-to-liquid transition (PCLT). This is the first organic crystalline material found to exhibit changes in luminescent color and intensity during the melting process induced by ultraviolet light.
Saturn has regained its title of the planet with the most known moons after the discovery of 62 previously unknown satellites, bringing its total to 145 recognized moons. This surpasses Jupiter’s paltry 92 known moons, prompting astronomers to search for more ways to locate small moons orbiting Jupiter and Saturn. A team led by astronomer
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform various industries, audio book narrators have begun to feel the impact. With the ability to create human-sounding recordings at a faster pace and lower cost, AI-generated audio books have started to replace the services of human narrators. As a result, many voice actors have reported a significant drop
Quantum Motors, the sole producer of electric cars in Bolivia, has launched a government-sponsored program called “Doctor in your house” that brings doctors to patients living in neighborhoods far from the city center. The program uses six Quantum electric cars, which are the first EVs ever made in Bolivia. Dr. Carlos Ortuño, who drove a
New York City’s clinic has confirmed two severe cases of ringworm that have shown resistance to antifungal treatment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published a case study regarding the two cases, which were reported in different years and different countries. The cases raise concerns about a possible hidden outbreak of drug-resistant dermatitis. Details
Patient M was a man who had a unique perspective on the world. People and objects appeared to be coming from the opposite side to where they actually were, something that extended to his hearing and sense of touch too. He could read letters and numbers printed both normally and back-to-front, without his brain being
NASA has been working on an AI-based early warning system for solar storms, which could provide the world with a 30-minute notice before a potentially devastating event strikes. Utilizing AI models to analyze solar storm data, the system aims to predict the severity and impact of a solar storm on Earth. Challenges and Solutions One
Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating condition that currently has no cure. However, recent research has identified that our diet may play a significant role in increasing or decreasing our risk of developing the disease. A review of 38 studies conducted over the last five years concluded that the Western diet pattern is a risk factor
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made progress in its study of exoplanets, which are planets beyond the Solar System, including the TRAPPIST-1 system that hosts seven Earth-sized worlds. One of the most common exoplanet types are mini-Neptunes, which are widespread throughout the Milky Way. In this regard, the astronomers have chosen their targets
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has launched a pilot program to test facial recognition technology at 16 airports across the United States. This voluntary program aims to improve the accuracy of identity verification without slowing down the speed of passengers passing through checkpoints. However, some critics have raised concerns about questions of bias in facial
