Columbia University engineers have developed an ultrasensitive all-optical nanoscale force detector that uses light to measure force. This breakthrough sensor boasts the largest dynamic range and most sensitive force response ever achieved, making it a game-changer for various industries. The new detector is based on specially engineered luminescent nanocrystals that change intensity or color when … Read more
The new year promises to be exciting for movie fans, with a diverse range of films set to hit theaters in 2025. From superheroes to musicals, sci-fi to fantasy, there’s something for everyone. Netflix is kicking off the year with its highly anticipated spy thriller “Back In Action,” starring Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx. Marvel … Read more
The New York Jets have completed an interview with veteran head coach Ron Rivera, who is a strong candidate for the vacant head coaching position. Rivera, 62, has extensive experience in the NFL, having led the Carolina Panthers from 2011-19 and the Washington Commanders from 2020-23. During his tenure as head coach of the Panthers, … Read more
Cosm, a new sports venue located just north of Dallas, is revolutionizing the way fans watch live sports. This unique venue combines elements of a sports bar and a planetarium to create an immersive experience that rivals stadium seating at a fraction of the cost. During a recent NFL game at Cosm, Cowboys fans witnessed … Read more
Every January in the US, a fresh batch of previously copyrighted works enters the public domain. This year’s additions include books, plays, movies, art, musical compositions, and sound recordings from 1929 and earlier. Under the Sonny Bono Copyright Term Extension Act, most works released after 1923 are protected for 95 years. Duke University Center for … Read more
A viral social media campaign has gained momentum after the UN Palestinian territories envoy, Francesca Albenese, urged medical professionals to sever ties with Israel. The call comes in response to the country’s military raid on northern Gaza’s Kamal Adwan hospital and the detention of its director, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. Medical professionals worldwide are demanding … Read more
Scientists have made new discoveries about the potential for an eruption at Yellowstone National Park. A study on the park’s largest volcanic system, the Yellowstone Caldera, used a method called magnetotellurics to track the electric conductivity of magma. The research found that there is not much magma currently beneath the caldera, with only small reservoirs … Read more
The number of small biotechs scoring major FDA approvals has surged in recent years, outpacing their larger pharmaceutical counterparts. A stark contrast can be seen between the FDA new drug approval lists for 2023 and 2024. While large companies dominated the 2023 list with 43 (63%) of its approvals sponsored or co-sponsored by companies generating … Read more
Israeli airstrikes on Thursday killed at least 68 Palestinians in Gaza, including a Hamas police head and his deputy, Gaza authorities said. The strikes targeted Hamas militants in southern Gaza, with the Israeli military claiming it was an intelligence-based operation. The Al-Mawasi district, designated as a humanitarian zone, was hit, killing Mahmoud Salah, the director … Read more
US President Joe Biden has blocked Nippon Steel’s proposed purchase of US Steel, a historic American company. The move comes after months of opposition to the deal, which was seen as a threat to national security and democracy. The decision leaves the future of the once-iconic US Steel in uncertainty, adding to a year of … Read more