A team of scientists, led by UNLV geoscience professor Libby Hausrath, has conducted the first-ever analysis of NASA’s Martian soil samples collected from the Mars 2020 Perseverance rover. The study provides crucial insights into the planet’s ancient water story and raises questions about the possibility of life on Mars. Hausrath’s team analyzed samples of soil, … Read more
A recent asteroid discovery, named YR4, was initially predicted to have a small chance of hitting Earth in 2032. However, scientists are continually reevaluating the odds. According to experts, the initial assessment of YR4’s impact probability is uncertain and subject to change. As new data becomes available, the likelihood of an actual collision is being … Read more
The US Space Force has released a rare photo of its secretive X-37B space plane orbiting high above Africa, offering a glimpse into the vehicle’s activities. The image was taken onboard the X-37B while it conducted experiments in a highly elliptical orbit last year. The X-37B is currently operating at an altitude of over 22,000 … Read more
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The Small Magellanic Cloud, a dwarf galaxy near the Milky Way, has been observed to provide new insights into early universe star formation. Researchers from Kyushu University and Osaka Metropolitan University have found that some stars may have formed in “fluffy” molecular clouds in the early universe. In our solar system, molecular clouds form elongated … Read more
Researchers have found that taking Paxlovid may not provide as much benefit as previously thought, particularly for older adults who are vaccinated. The study, published in JAMA, used Canadian data from nearly 1.5 million people and compared those who received prescriptions for the drug to those who didn’t. The study’s lead author, Dr. John Mafi, … Read more
The latest research and policy updates from Resources for the Future (RFF) highlight the importance of reducing carbon emissions and addressing methane emissions in the climate debate. A recent executive order signed by President Donald Trump aims to update or eliminate the social cost of carbon (SCC), an estimate of the cost to society of … Read more
Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford are set to reprise their roles as Cara and Jacob Dutton in the upcoming season 2 of Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone prequel, 1923. The show is expected to explore new frontiers globally. Mirren notes that Sheridan has written a worldwide story, with multiple adventures taking place around the world. Despite this, … Read more
A Minnesota man recounts his traumatic experience when a Delta Air Lines jet crash-landed during its final descent, leaving him shaken but alive. John DeVos, a frequent flyer, was on board the flight from Minneapolis to Toronto when the plane flipped over, causing passengers to hang upside down. Despite the chaos and destruction, what struck … Read more
A recent study published in PLOS Mental Health has found a correlation between the use of muscle-building supplements and increased symptoms of muscle dysmorphia in young adults. The study, which analyzed data from 2,731 people aged 16-30, revealed that those who used multiple supplements were more likely to experience body image issues. The most common … Read more