This December, Jupiter shines brightly in the winter night sky, offering a unique opportunity to catch the King of the Planets at its best. On Saturday, December 7th, Jupiter reaches opposition, appearing high in the south and low in the east as it orbits around our planet. When Jupiter is in opposition, it sits directly … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in northern China, shedding new light on an extinct group of early hominids. The findings suggest that the Homo juluensis species, which lived until 120,000 years ago, may be classified as a separate species. The Homo juluensis group was skilled and organized hunters, using primitive tools to kill wild … Read more
The Coca-Cola Company has revised its climate goals, shifting focus from reducing single-use plastics to increasing the use of recycled materials. By 2035, the company aims to use 30-35% recycled plastic in packaging and collect 70-75% of equivalent bottles and cans introduced into the market annually. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/12/03/coca-cola-plastic-sustainability-goal
A passenger who was previously caught stowing away on a Delta Air Lines flight from New York to Paris has caused another delay on the return journey. The individual, identified as an unruly customer, boarded Flight 265 from Paris without proper clearance and was removed by French authorities. According to Delta representative Morgan Durrant, the … Read more
The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has announced its plan to crack down on predatory data broker practices that allegedly fuel scams, violence, and threats to national security. The agency proposes a rule that would allow regulators to police data brokers under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), a landmark privacy law enacted over … Read more
Get ready for an exciting month of planet-watching, as this December’s Sky Tour episode reveals where and when to catch five bright planets visible by eye. The highlight is arguably the best meteor show of the year – the Geminid meteor shower. Start with Venus, which rises in the southwest as evening twilight fades. It’s … Read more
Red light therapy masks have gained popularity among celebrities and beauty enthusiasts due to their claimed anti-aging benefits. But does this sci-fi-like device really work? Dermatologist Professor Deshan Sebaratnam shares his expertise on the matter. According to Professor Deshan, red light therapy uses a process called photobiomodulation, where the light is absorbed by specific compounds … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump is set to unveil his crypto support plans after taking office, sending cryptocurrency prices soaring near the $100,000 mark. Bitcoin traded at approximately $97,000, up 40% since Trump’s election on November 5. The Republican president-elect aims to undo Biden administration regulations that targeted digital assets. His next step will have a … Read more
Scientists have made several groundbreaking discoveries that are redefining human experience and the environment. Researchers at the University of Hong Kong and Queen Mary University of London successfully reprogrammed mouse stem cells using genes from single-celled choanoflagellates, creating a chimeric mouse. This achievement links nearly 1 billion years of evolution, revealing ancient roots of multicellular … Read more
The US labor market has shown signs of improvement, with job openings rising and workers quitting their jobs for better opportunities at a record high rate. According to the latest numbers from the Labor Department, job postings increased to 7.74 million in October, up from 7.37 million in September. This surge suggests that the labor … Read more