A senior advisor from NASA’s Artemis program is spearheading a new initiative to establish a for-profit Lunar Development Cooperative (LDC) for future human exploration on the Moon. This concept aims to reduce costs, protect resources, and foster collaboration among nations while aligning with international agreements like the 1967 Outer Space Treaty. The LDC would be … Read more
Ozempic, a GLP-1 drug originally approved for type 2 diabetes, is now FDA-approved to reduce risks of kidney disease progression and death in adults with chronic kidney disease. The Phase 3 trial showed it reduced kidney disease worsening by 24%, CKD failure risk by about 5%, and heart disease death risk. Unlike standard care, it’s … Read more
The next major update for Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, called Space-Time Smackdown, is on the horizon with a slew of new cards spilling over online. Here’s what you need to know about the fresh additions and how they might shape competitive play: – **Weavile ex**: A Mewtwo rival that can deal damage as early … Read more
The Times of Israel (TOI) website has reported facing outages in certain areas due to power cuts. Customers in regions affected should check their internet connectivity frequently, as the site’s functionality may be impacted after planned maintenance work. Source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/breaking-with-biden-trump-envoy-expresses-support-for-israeli-laws-targeting-unrwa
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has emerged as an unexpected competitor in the global AI landscape, challenging the dominance of Silicon Valley giants like OpenAI and Google. Founded by hedge fund veteran Liang Wenfeng, DeepSeek initially focused on China’s volatile stock market but later shifted to developing affordable AI models. Unlike traditional research firms, it … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Ozempic to treat kidney disease in individuals with Type 2 diabetes, expanding its use beyond its previous role in managing the condition. This approval comes after research demonstrated that Ozempic reduces the risk of serious complications, such as requiring dialysis or a heart transplant, compared to Placebo. The … Read more
Hypertension, one of the most preventable and treatable causes of premature death worldwide, is often measured at home. However, new research suggests that measuring blood pressure while lying down may be a more accurate indicator than sitting. A study led by Duc M. Giao found that individuals with normal seated blood pressure can still exhibit … Read more
Elon Musk turned down an invitation from NBIM CEO Nicolai Tangen, following Norges Bank Investment Management’s decision to vote against his $56 billion pay package at Tesla’s annual meeting last June. Tangen invited Musk to a conference in Oslo, but he declined after the fund’s vote. Both parties exchanged comments, with Musk referencing the earlier … Read more
** Earth has a new “mini-moon” — a small rock named 2024 PT5 that scientists now believe was ejected from the Moon. Discovered by the ATLAS observatory in August, this rock is the second object identified as possibly originating from the Moon after 469219 Kamoʻoalewa. A study published earlier this month suggests 2024 PT5 is … Read more
The U.S. Space Force anticipates a 25% to 30% increase in orbital launches over the next two years, driven by growing military, civil, and commercial payloads. Program Executive Officer Brig. Gen. Kristin Panzenhagen indicated thatSpace Force operations have been steadily increasing at about 25-30% annually for several years, and this trend is expected to continue. … Read more