Engineered stone countertops have become a staple in modern kitchens due to their durability and aesthetic appeal. However, workers who craft these countertops are facing significant health risks from silicosis, a severe and chronic lung disease. A recent study presented at the Radiological Society of North America meeting found that engineered stone countertop workers are … Read more
Meta Platforms Inc. is seeking up to 4 gigawatts of nuclear energy as it looks for a reliable electricity source for its data centers. The company has asked developers to submit proposals to deliver between 1 and 4 gigawatt reactor capacity, starting in the early 2030s. Commercial nuclear reactors can generate about 1 gigawatt of … Read more
The Hubble Space Telescope has been observing a breathtaking blue galaxy, UGC 10043, for over 30 years. Located 150 million light-years away, the galaxy was first imaged in the year 2000 and revisited in 2023. By combining data from both periods, astronomers have created a detailed image of the galaxy, revealing its unique features. UGC … Read more
Rapper Eminem’s mother, Debbie Nelson, has died at the age of 69. Her longtime representative, Dennis Dennehy, confirmed her passing in an email without providing a cause of death. Nelson had previously battled lung cancer. The complex relationship between Nelson and her son, Marshall Mathers III (Eminem), was well-documented through his music. Songs like “Cleaning … Read more
Indiana Jones is set to embark on a new adventure in “The Great Circle,” a PC game that promises an immersive first-person experience. Ahead of its release, developer MachineGames has revealed the minimum and recommended system requirements for PC players. To run the game at satisfactory levels, users will need 120GB of storage space. Here … Read more
Notre Dame Cathedral, a symbol of Paris and a tourist mecca, holds many secrets beyond its grand Gothic architecture. Here are five surprising things to know about this iconic landmark. The cathedral’s significance extends beyond its stunning design, as it is literally the starting point for measuring distances from France. A bronze-and-stone slab embedded in … Read more
Scientists have shattered the idea that Venus could once have supported life, revealing that its neighboring planet was always a hot and hostile world. A team from the University of Cambridge studied the chemical composition of Venus’ atmosphere, concluding that water oceans never existed on its surface. The researchers examined how rapidly chemicals are destroyed … Read more
OnePlus has officially confirmed its global launch date for the OnePlus 13 smartphone in January 2025. The exact release date was not specified, but based on previous launches, it’s likely to be early in the month. In a post on the OnePlus Community website, Pete Lau announced that the OnePlus 13 will be unveiled as … Read more
Japanese scientists have made a breakthrough in developing a new technology to convert sunlight and water into hydrogen fuel. The innovation, which uses special photocatalysts, could lead to cheaper and more sustainable hydrogen fuel for various applications. Currently, most free hydrogen is derived from natural gas feedstocks, but this new method could provide an alternative. … Read more
Cargill recently announced significant layoffs affecting 500 workers in Minnesota. The move has left many employees and the local community uncertain about their futures. While details on the specific job locations of those affected have not been released by Cargill, several sources indicate that some workers may be reassigned to other locations within the United … Read more