Researchers at Ateneo de Manila University challenge the widely-held notion that technological progress during the Paleolithic only emerged in Europe and Africa. Instead, they propose that ancient seafarers in Southeast Asia built advanced boats around 40,000 years ago. The study, published in the Journal of Archaeological Science, highlights evidence from archaeological sites in the Philippines, … Read more
Australia’s air traffic control agency has warned airlines about reports of live firing in international waters, where a Chinese navy task group has been operating off the country’s east coast. The Civil Aviation Authority and Airservices Australia are taking precautions to advise airlines with flights planned in the area. Qantas and Jetstar have temporarily adjusted … Read more
A recent surge of submarine volcanic eruptions has reshaped Tonga’s Home Reef, creating a small island over 12 hectares in size. Satellite imagery captures the dramatic transformation as lava cools into solid rock, while discolored waters hint at ongoing activity. The first eruption occurred in 2022, adding new land to Tonga’s island chain in the … Read more
Bybit, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has been hit by the largest crypto heist in history, with hackers draining approximately $1.5 billion in digital assets. The attack compromised Bybit’s cold wallet, an offline storage system designed for security. However, CEO Ben Zhou assured users that all other cold wallets are secure and withdrawals are normal. Blockchain … Read more
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a debilitating genetic condition, has long been fatal by age two. However, a new case study suggests a simple treatment may improve outcomes. The condition is caused by mutations in the SMN1 gene, leading to muscle wasting and nerve damage. An oral drug called risdiplam was administered before birth for the … Read more
China’s Tianwen-2 space probe has arrived at the launch site of the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan Province, marking a key step towards its asteroid exploration mission. The China National Space Administration confirmed the arrival on Thursday, paving the way for future launches and further updates on the probe’s progress. Source: https://english.cctv.com/2025/02/21/VIDE3IhmtrPiEMNnd3z1nkpq250221.shtml
A newly formed volcanic island has emerged from the ocean in Tonga’s Home Reef, marking a significant transformation in the region. The island began to take shape in 2022 and has continued to grow since then. Satellite imagery shows fresh lava flows cooling into solid rock, providing researchers with a rare opportunity to observe the … Read more
A measles outbreak in western Texas has infected at least 58 people and left 13 hospitalized. The surge is the largest in 30 years, with health officials anticipating hundreds more cases. Gaines County, where the outbreak started, saw its share of children exempt from vaccines for religious reasons more than double in a decade, from … Read more
Netflix’s Zero Day, a six-episode miniseries exploring the aftermath of a devastating attack on critical infrastructure, fails to deliver despite its intriguing premise. The show delves into how people would react to such an event and grapples with themes of truth, power, and paranoia. However, beneath its surface-level topics lies a disappointing and formulaic thriller … Read more
A user attempting to access the 247Sports website was met with an HTTP error 403, indicating a lack of authorization to view the page. The exact reason for this denial is unknown, as the website displays only a generic message stating “You don’t have authorization to view this page.” The issue prevents users from accessing … Read more