A team of astronomers has made the largest-ever detection of rings around a galaxy using data from the NASA Hubble Space Telescope and the Keck Cosmic Web Imager. The galaxy, known as LEDA 1313424 or “The Bullseye,” has nine distinct ring systems, exceeding any previous telescope’s findings in any galaxy. LEDA 1313424 is located 567 … Read more
A bird flu pandemic could be looming, but experts are still debating whether it can spread through the air. The H5N1 virus has already infected over 66 people in the US and is now found in cows that can pass it to humans. Scientists are tracing changes that could make the virus airborne, allowing it … Read more
The discovery of Jupiter’s four largest moons – Ganymede, Callisto, Io, and Europa – by Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei in 1610 revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Now, over 400 years later, Europa is poised to reshape our knowledge of the cosmos once again with the arrival of NASA’s Europa Clipper mission. The Galileo mission … Read more
BYU’s second season in the Big 12 has taught us one thing: predicting the league race is a challenging task. As the Cougars prepare to face nine conference opponents, they’ll need to navigate a tough slate that includes several revenge games against former foes. The season kicks off on September 27 against Colorado, where BYU … Read more
Researchers have found a link between COVID-19 and an increased risk of developing myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). A study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine analyzed data from over 12,000 adults who were infected with SARS-CoV-2 or became infected later. The results showed that individuals who contracted COVID-19 had a significantly higher … Read more
Palantir Technologies Inc. has seen a significant jump in its year-over-year sales, with US commercial sales increasing by 64%. The company’s shares surged after releasing a full-year revenue forecast that exceeded analyst expectations. CEO Alex Karp attributed the growth to “untamed organic growth” in demand for its artificial intelligence software. According to Palantir, the company’s … Read more
US stock futures plummeted as Alphabet Inc. and AMD reported disappointing earnings in extended trading, overshadowing gains made by Asian stocks that reopened after Lunar New Year holidays. Investors faced uncertainty as they navigated the ongoing trade war between the US and China. In contrast, European equities saw a slight decline in contracts, with Euro … Read more
Microsoft has introduced several significant enhancements in its latest update for Windows 11. The newly upgraded operating system now boasts improved performance thanks to its AI-powered Copilot+ feature. This innovation significantly boosts the speed and intelligence of Windows 11. In addition to the performance boost, other notable upgrades include customizable Start Menu options, a Taskbar … Read more
Scientists have discovered two massive canyons on the moon that were formed in a matter of just 10 minutes when an asteroid or comet struck its surface around 3.8 billion years ago. The canyons, located near the south pole and comparable in size to the Grand Canyon, are straight-line scars on the lunar surface. According … Read more
Former UFC middleweight challenger Sean Strickland surprised fans by expressing admiration for fellow former champion Israel Adesanya, who has dropped his third consecutive fight. Strickland acknowledged Adesanya’s legacy and encouraged him to continue fighting, despite being past his prime. The unexpected comments come after a heated feud between the two fighters ended with Strickland claiming … Read more