Astronomers are sounding the alarm over a massive renewable energy project proposed for Chile’s Atacama Desert, which could jeopardize decades of investment in astronomy and scientific advancement. The INNA project, valued at $10 billion, would be built just kilometers from the world-renowned Very Large Telescope (VLT) and Extremely Large Telescope (ELT). If approved, it could … Read more
Elon Musk’s South Texas Starship program has been grounded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following last week’s rocket explosion. The FAA announced that it will review the incident before approving the return to flight of the SpaceX Starship. The explosion occurred on Thursday when the Starship blew up shortly after launching from South Texas. … Read more
A significant snowfall occurred in Washington D.C. on Sunday, coinciding with the eve of a presidential inauguration. The unusual timing lent an air of significance to the event, making it a notable addition to the nation’s capital’s history. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2025/01/19/weather-snow-washington-inauguration-dc
A recent vulnerability discovered by security researcher Dylan Ayrey has left thousands of former employees and millions of software accounts at risk of data theft. The flaw, found in Google’s OAuth system, allows malicious hackers to log in to cloud software using defunct domain names and employee emails. Ayrey, founder of Truffle Security, created the … Read more
A recent study has shed light on the complex process that leads to devastating earthquakes, revealing that slow and steady displacements at specific stress points are a crucial trigger for giant seismic events. Researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have found that slow, aseismic processes are necessary for seismic rupture, driven by localized stress … Read more
A couple’s home security camera caught a rare and extraordinary event – a meteorite hitting the earth. The incident occurred when the couple returned home to find debris scattered on their walkway. The footage from their security camera reveals the moment of impact, providing scientists with a unique opportunity to study the phenomenon. The meteorite … Read more
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27774 to the Canary Channel, making available ISOs for download. This build includes a small set of general improvements and fixes aimed at enhancing the overall experience. Key changes include enhanced administrator protection, allowing users to enable this feature without IT admin assistance. Administrator protection can now … Read more
Reddit users recently uncovered some astonishing medical facts that most people are unaware of. From the importance of warming up a hypothermic patient to the surprising reason why a fallen man should not be moved, these wild facts will make you question everything you thought you knew about your body. For instance, did you know … Read more
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently hosted a lavish dinner party for 35 Taiwanese semiconductor industry chiefs, dubbed “Huang’s trillion dollar banquet.” This event marked a significant milestone in the partnership between Nvidia and its supply chain partners. The dinner was reminiscent of a previous meeting with TSMC chairman CC Wei, which showcased the close relationship … Read more
Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels continued his impressive form as he outwitted the Detroit Lions’ aggressive blitzing strategy, leading his team to a crucial NFC divisional round win. The Lions, decimated by injuries, relied heavily on their blitzing to put pressure on Daniels. However, the rookie sensation was ready for them. He completed 22 of 31 … Read more