Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the early universe with the observation of supernova 2023ufx, an exceptionally rare explosion that sheds light on the formation of stars and galaxies. This metal-poor stellar event offers a unique opportunity to study the conditions of the cosmos just after the Big Bang. The significance of this event … Read more
The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 formation-flying mission is set to launch early Thursday morning, December 5, aboard an Indian Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV). The mission aims to create artificial eclipses in Earth orbit and will consist of two satellites weighing around 1,210 pounds. The launch was originally scheduled for Wednesday but was delayed … Read more
A major escalation has occurred in Syria’s civil war, with a coalition of rebel groups capturing the city of Aleppo in a surprise attack. The city, which was previously under the control of President Bashar Al-Assad, fell to the rebels over 72 hours ago. CNN reports that videos circulating on social media have provided insight … Read more
OpenAI has hired Kate Rouch, former Coinbase marketing head, as its first chief marketing officer. The appointment indicates that the company is investing in marketing amid the growing generative AI arms race. Rouch joins after spending over 11 years at Meta and leading global marketing efforts for Instagram and Facebook. The move comes as OpenAI’s … Read more
Capcom’s latest Monster Hunter game, Wilds, has undergone significant changes behind the scenes. In a recent demo, developers discussed their new equipment skill system, which separates skills into two categories: Weapon Skills and Armor Skills. This change aims to improve player choice and flexibility during hunts. The Equipment Skill system allows players to choose from … Read more
A groundbreaking discovery in northern Kenya has uncovered evidence that two extinct human relatives, Paranthropus boisei and Homo erectus, shared the same habitat and possibly interacted around 1.5 million years ago. The footprints found at the Turkana Basin provide direct proof of coexistence between these distinct species. Researchers led by Kevin Hatala, an evolutionary anthropologist, … Read more
A recent review of data from over 20,000 older adults suggests that only three lifestyle factors can significantly prevent dementia. The key factors identified were: 1. Not having a hobby 2. Maintaining a healthy weight (being obese was found to increase the risk) 3. Being physically active, especially after age 60 Researchers also found that … Read more
The latest episodes of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew have sparked excitement among fans, introducing Easter eggs that bring a piece of infamous media back into the Star Wars canon. Specifically, references to the 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special, widely panned upon its release, are being acknowledged and integrated into the show’s storyline. The Holiday Special, … Read more
A researcher at the Centre for Pandemics and One-health Research (P1H) is studying the long-term effects of COVID-19 infections, particularly among adolescents. The motivation behind this research stems from the researcher’s previous interest in post-infectious fatigue and chronic conditions after infections. They have been investigating this area for almost two decades, especially in pediatric patients. … Read more
The US government has given Palantir Technologies a higher rating for its secure cloud computing services. The company’s stock price rose over 6% to reach $70.92, marking a significant gain in 2024. This move builds on Palantir’s previous ratings and allows the US government to process sensitive unclassified workloads in the company’s cloud offering. According … Read more