NASA’s asteroid-studying spacecraft Lucy is set to capture an image of its next flyby target, the small main-belt asteroid Donaldjohanson, on April 20th. The spacecraft will pass within 960 km of the asteroid and continue imaging it for the next two months as part of its optical navigation program. Donaldjohanson’s name pays tribute to American … Read more
A recent study suggests that the International Space Station’s extreme cleanliness could be harming astronauts’ health. Researchers found that the ISS is largely devoid of beneficial environmental microbes, which are essential for a healthy immune system. These microbes, typically found in soil and water, can help prevent illnesses like rashes, cold sores, and fungal infections. … Read more
Biograph, a new longevity-focused startup co-founded by Dr. Peter Attia, has emerged from stealth mode in Silicon Valley. The company boasts an impressive list of investors, including Elon Musk’s biggest backer John Hering and prominent venture capital firms like Vy Capital and WndrCo. Biograph claims to be the world’s most advanced preventive health and diagnostics … Read more
A measles outbreak in West Texas has prompted health officials to clarify statistics and raise concerns across the state. As of Friday, February 28, there have been 146 reported cases of measles in Texas, with an unvaccinated school-aged child having died from the virus. The majority of cases are concentrated in nine counties in West … Read more
The world’s former tallest and fastest roller coaster, Kingda Ka, was recently imploded at Six Flags Adventure Park in New Jersey. The 456-foot-tall coaster spent 19 years entertaining thrill-seekers before being dismantled to make space for new rides set to open in 2026. Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/02/28/us/video/kingda-ka-six-flags-new-jersey-implosion-digvid
OnePlus is taking steps to address an error on its latest smartwatch, the OnePlus Watch 3. The device features a typo on the back of the watch, where “Meda in China” instead of “Made in China” is printed. To compensate, the company is including a physical letter with pre-order shipments explaining the situation and offering … Read more
Supermicro, a $24.45 billion market cap technology giant, has announced plans for a significant expansion in Silicon Valley with the introduction of a third campus. The new development, supported by San Jose’s mayor, aims to bolster the company’s industry presence and contribute to job creation and economic growth in the region. The expansion includes a … Read more
NASA has revealed a new study claiming that Mars’ distinctive red color comes from the mineral ferrihydrite, which forms in cool water. This discovery suggests that Mars may have had an environment capable of sustaining liquid water billions of years ago, before transitioning to its current dry climate. Researchers analyzed data from several Mars missions … Read more
Grand Theft Auto V Online players will soon get to enjoy four new vehicles in the next update, set to release on March 4, 2025. The new content includes three aircraft and one car, offering fans a fresh boost of excitement. According to Rockstar’s latest news, the four new vehicles are: Western Duster 300-H, Eberhard … Read more
The Cleveland Cavaliers staged an epic comeback to stun the Boston Celtics 123-116 on Friday night at TD Garden. The game felt over just five minutes in, as the Celtics led 25-3, but the Cavs responded with a thrilling 17-point surge in the fourth quarter. Donovan Mitchell led the charge, scoring 41 points and adding … Read more