On June 22, 2026, astronomers announced that the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS could be significantly older than our solar system. This makes it a unique object in our cosmic neighborhood. Previous to its discovery, only two other interstellar visitors had been observed by humanity. The brightness of 3I/ATLAS provided scientists with an exceptional opportunity to study […]
A remote area in Nevada’s Great Basin is set to host the world’s most sensitive radio telescope array. The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) leads the project and announced its progression after securing funding. This initiative, called the Deep Synoptic Array (DSA), will consist of 1,650 radio dishes. These will examine supermassive black holes, pulsars, […]
François Englert’s contributions were crucial in the journey to uncover the Higgs boson, a particle that resolved profound questions about how particles gain mass. This achievement remains a cornerstone in the field of physics. On July 4, 2012, a pivotal event took place at the European Organization for Nuclear Research, or CERN, where scientists awaited […]
The Gila monster, a desert lizard, can survive for months without food. In the early 1990s, physician-scientist John Eng studied this lizard’s venom at a Veterans Affairs hospital. He discovered a molecule in the venom that mimicked a human gut hormone, but with a longer-lasting effect. This discovery, initially made on a modest budget, led […]
SpaceX’s entrance into the stock market has been as exhilarating as a high-profile rocket launch. The company’s stock performance has drawn widespread attention. SpaceX initiated the largest initial public offering in history, propelling its founder, Elon Musk, to become the world’s first trillionaire. On a recent Thursday, the market valued SpaceX at roughly $2.4 trillion. […]
Archaeologists working at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris have made significant discoveries, unearthing artifacts buried for centuries. This includes a Roman coin dating back 1,700 years and mysterious markings that have baffled experts. The excavation follows the 2019 fire that damaged the iconic structure, allowing experts to explore deeper into the site’s history. The dig […]
Sunday marks a significant event in the Northern Hemisphere— the longest day of the year. This occasion is the summer solstice, initiating astronomical summer for regions north of the equator. Conversely, in the Southern Hemisphere, Sunday is the shortest day, signaling the start of winter. The term “solstice” originates from Latin: “sol” meaning sun, and […]
Bundibugyo, Uganda (AP) – In the face of the Ebola virus, choices vary widely. Some head to hospitals, while others seek traditional healers. The latter choice can end tragically as many see hemorrhagic fever as a spiritual issue. This sentiment pervades in Congo, which is experiencing its seventeenth Ebola outbreak since the virus’s discovery in […]
New research led by earth scientists at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa reveals a concerning increase in tectonic stress along Southern California’s San Andreas and San Jacinto fault systems. This stress has now reached the highest level witnessed in 1,000 years, elevating concerns about the region’s seismic risk. This is evident as several fault […]
Fluorescent proteins in transparent Danionella fish allow scientists to track processes in the brain and body. Researchers at a major brain science center hope to uncover new information about the brain-behavior connection by studying these fish. The Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Janelia Research Campus, located near Washington, D.C., has launched an initiative to use artificial […]