Science & Space
NASA is set to launch four astronauts on Artemis II, a 10-day crewed mission around the moon marking humanity's farthest spaceflight in 54 years and a critical step toward lunar surface landing before China.
Scientists observe electromagnetic wave rotation in plasma for first time
Researchers at UC Los Angeles successfully observed Alfvén waves rotating within moving plasma, confirming theoretical predictions and opening new possibilitie…
HighNeutrino Pioneer Francis Halzen Wins Nobel Prize in Physics
Belgian-born physicist Francis Halzen won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on cosmic neutrinos and development of the IceCube Neutrino Observatory…
HighMRI surveillance alone outperforms combined approach in small-cell lung cancer
Phase III MAVERICK trial shows MRI surveillance alone improves cognitive outcomes versus MRI plus prophylactic cranial irradiation in small-cell lung cancer pa…
HighStudy: Running with a stroller cuts injury risk for parents in half
A Penn State Berks study finds that parents running with strollers experience significantly fewer injuries than other runners, suggesting the practice may have…
HighWasp 'Compensators' Keep Colonies Stable During Violent Power Struggles
Tropical paper wasp colonies survive queen loss and violent succession conflicts through "compensator" wasps that increase foraging and brood care, maintaining…
HighHuman body's heat limit: Fatal organ failure begins at 42°C core temperature
Scientific research reveals the human body has critical physiological limits for surviving extreme heat, with wet-bulb temperatures above 30-31°C and core body…
HighQuem Ama Cuida: Adriana sofre ataque na prisão por ordem de Pilar
Resumo dos capítulos de 29/6 a 4/7 da novela Quem Ama Cuida mostra Adriana sofrendo ataque no presídio por ordem de Pilar, enquanto tramas paralelas envolvem s…
HighBitcoin Beach: How a Salvadoran Fishing Village Became a Crypto Experiment
El Zonte, a small Salvadoran fishing village, became a cryptocurrency experiment that inspired El Salvador to adopt bitcoin as legal tender in 2021, transformi…
HighEclipse solar de 2027 durará 6 minutos y 22 segundos, el más largo del siglo
La NASA confirma que el eclipse solar del 2 de agosto de 2027 durará 6 minutos y 22 segundos, siendo el más extenso sobre tierra firme del siglo XXI, visible e…
HighScientists unveil largest, most detailed map of universe's magnetic fields
Researchers have created the largest and most detailed map of magnetic fields across the universe, potentially unlocking new understanding of one of space's mo…
HighFinnish Adults Fall Short on Plant Foods, Exceed Meat and Dairy Targets
A study of 1,655 Finnish adults reveals widespread dietary misalignment with 2023 Nordic nutrition guidelines, with plant-based foods underconsumed and red/pro…
HighLLMs Decode Human Decision Logic by Analyzing Gambling Explanations
Researchers combined Large Language Models with behavioral mathematics to analyze thousands of free-text explanations from gambling experiments, validating tha…
HighNew analysis of ancient Hjortspring boat reveals Baltic origins of Iron Age raiders
When an ancient ship was unearthed in Scandinavia over 100 years ago, archaeologists started to uncover bits and pieces of its history.
MediumGenetic background shapes severity of chromosome 16 deletion disorders
Penn State researchers found that genetic variants across an individual's entire genome interact with a chromosome 16 deletion to determine severity of neurode…
HighTurning on genes in DNA deserts accelerates local replication
Researchers induced transcription in a gene-poor chromosomal region and observed localized increases in DNA replication activity, providing insights into how t…
HighTechLife Pad Plus 2 Targets Students With 12-Inch Display and All-Day Battery
TechLife launches the Pad Plus 2 tablet with a 12-inch 2K display and 9,000mAh battery, priced at PHP 14,999, targeting students managing digital classes and m…
HighXenoblade Chronicles X Gets Switch 2 Upgrade With 60 FPS and 4K Support
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launched today with up to 4K resolution and 60 FPS gameplay, a significant upgrade from th…
HighDiamond rain may explain Neptune's heat, but likely absent from Uranus
New research suggests diamond rain occurs on Neptune but not Uranus, potentially explaining why Neptune radiates internal heat while Uranus doesn't. The study…
HighSatélites construídos por alunos brasileiros lançados ao espaço pela SpaceX
Cerca de 100 estudantes de escolas públicas em Sorocaba e Fortaleza participaram da montagem de dois satélites que serão lançados ao espaço pela SpaceX nesta q…
HighLa NASA da por finalizada MAVEN, la sonda que reveló cómo Marte perdió su atmósfera
La NASA dio por finalizada el 3 de junio de 2026 la misión MAVEN tras perder contacto con la sonda en diciembre de 2025. La nave revolucionó nuestra comprensió…
HighEl James Webb descubre una diminuta luna orbitando Urano, elevando a 29 sus satélites conocidos
El telescopio espacial James Webb ha detectado una diminuta luna de diez kilómetros orbitando Urano, elevando a 29 el número de satélites conocidos del planeta…
HighTitã pode ter vida extraterrestre em camada de gelo viscoso, não oceano global
Reanálise de dados da Cassini revela que Titã tem interior viscoso em vez de oceano global, aumentando potencial para vida microbiana em nichos habitáveis conc…
HighProbst Stands Firm on 'Survivor 50' Changes Despite Fan Backlash Over Zac Brown
Jeff Probst dismisses criticism of Survivor 50's celebrity guest appearances, asserting the show's creative direction won't be altered by online backlash over…
HighDNA de Jonathan, tartaruga de 194 anos, revela segredos para estender vida humana
Análise genética de Jonathan, tartaruga-gigante de 194 anos, identifica 284 variantes genéticas exclusivas e mecanismos de reparo celular que podem informar pe…
HighPsicologia das cores: como a escolha cromática das roupas influencia percepção e comportamento
Estudo explora como a escolha de cores nas roupas influencia percepção social e autoestima, baseado em processamento neuronal rápido e significados culturais d…
HighNASA alerta a España sobre eclipse solar histórico y asteroide potencialmente peligroso en 2026
La NASA advierte a España sobre dos fenómenos en 2026: un eclipse total solar el 12 de agosto, el primero visible desde la península en más de un siglo, y el a…
HighSouthern Delta Aquariids meteor shower peaks July 29-30 over Singapore
Singapore's skies will host the Southern Delta Aquariids meteor shower on July 29-30, with up to 25 meteors per hour visible under ideal conditions, though lig…
HighThe Science Behind Left-Handedness: What Research Reveals
Quanta Magazine explores the biological and genetic factors that determine left-handedness in humans, examining why approximately 10% of the population is natu…
MediumTufão Bavi força evacuação de 2 milhões na China; dezenas morrem nas Filipinas
O tufão Bavi forçou a evacuação de quase 2 milhões de pessoas na China e centenas de milhares em Taiwan, após deixar dezenas de mortos nas Filipinas por desliz…
HighStar-Shaped Sand on Japanese Beaches Reveals Ancient Foraminifera Fossils
Rare star-shaped sand grains found on Okinawan beaches are actually fossilized shells of Baclogypsina sphaerulata, single-celled organisms called foraminifera…
HighTim Curry, Iconic 'Rocky Horror' Star, Dies at 80
Tim Curry, the British actor best known for his role as Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at 80. His theatrical talent and gift for ecc…
HighUltracold atoms reveal resistance has a limit, solving decades-old physics puzzle
Researchers using ultracold potassium atoms discovered that collision-driven electrical resistance in metals saturates at a maximum level, resolving a decades-…
HighJapan Airlines deploys humanoid robots to ease airport labour shortage
Japan Airlines will trial Chinese-made humanoid robots as baggage handlers at Tokyo's Haneda airport starting May 2026, addressing chronic labour shortages ami…
HighCientíficos comprueban tras 150 años la hipótesis de Darwin sobre plantas carnívoras alpinas
Un equipo de investigadores demostró que Saxifraga candelabrum, una planta alpina asiática, captura y digiere insectos para obtener nutrientes, confirmando una…
HighCould eradicating disease-carrying mosquitoes save millions without harming ecosystems?
Mosquitoes kill 760,000 people annually through disease transmission. Scientists debate whether eradicating the five deadliest species is feasible and environm…
HighTrauma's widespread impact on mental health explored in new series
Trauma affects majority of Americans and significantly contributes to mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. A local counselor notes tra…
MediumJWST discovers most chemically primitive galaxy in reionization era
JWST observations reveal LAP1-B, an ultra-faint galaxy from 800 million years after the Big Bang with the lowest chemical metallicity ever detected, offering d…
HighScientists Map Brain's Neurotransmitter Receptors to Unlock Information Flow
International researchers created a detailed map of neurotransmitter receptors across 100+ brain regions in macaques, revealing organizational patterns that co…
HighEl superenvejecimiento no se explica solo por genética, según estudio de Chicago
Investigadores de la Universidad de Chicago descubren que el superenvejecimiento —la capacidad de mantener memoria de persona de 50 años a los 80— no se explic…
HighFur Seals' Hearts Spike Hours After Land Return, Revealing Delayed Recovery
New research reveals fur seals experience delayed heart rate spikes hours after returning to shore, suggesting their bodies continue recovering from deep-dive…
HighEclipse dominates UK front pages as papers celebrate 'once in a generation' celestial event
A rare solar eclipse across the UK and Europe captures headlines with dramatic imagery and public celebration, while newspapers also cover nursing conditions,…
HighStudy links higher maternal blood pressure to multiple pregnancy complications
A large genetic study of over 700,000 pregnant women confirms that elevated maternal blood pressure causally increases risks of preterm delivery, gestational d…
HighLua minguante marca terça-feira; confira o calendário lunar de outubro
A Lua está na fase minguante com 21% de visibilidade em 6 de outubro de 2026. O calendário lunar de outubro inclui Lua Nova no dia 10, Crescente no dia 18 e Ch…
HighScientists reveal how GRHL2 and progesterone receptor coordinate breast cell gene regulation
Researchers identify GRHL2 as a key co-regulator of progesterone receptor in breast cells, revealing how these proteins interact to control hormone-responsive…
HighUn continente acorralado: los incendios se extienden por una Europa sin escapatoria
Europa enfrenta una crisis de incendios forestales sin precedentes vinculada al cambio climático, con evacuaciones masivas y destrucción de miles de hectáreas…
HighStudy: '60s-'70s Kids Built Resilience Through Benign Neglect, Not Better Parenting
Psychology research suggests children from the 1960s-70s developed emotional resilience through benign neglect, a trait modern intensive parenting may have ina…
MediumJames Webb discovers Chariklo's rings are far more dynamic than expected
The James Webb Space Telescope detected unexpected changes in the rings around Chariklo, a small object between Saturn and Uranus, with the inner ring becoming…
HighDeep sleep and 6-8 hours nightly linked to lower type 2 diabetes risk
UK Biobank study of 95,000+ participants found deep sleep and 6-8 hours nightly associated with lower type 2 diabetes risk, though causation remains unproven.
HighNeutrophils Linked to Schizophrenia Development in Stanford Research
Stanford researchers discovered that neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, produce a protein associated with schizophrenia development, suggesting periphera…
HighCleve Moler, MATLAB Creator Who Democratized Computing, Dies at 86
Cleve Moler, the mathematician and computer scientist who created MATLAB and democratized computational computing, has died at 86. His work fundamentally trans…
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