The European Union will review its agreement with Israel due to growing concerns over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, said EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas. A “strong majority” of foreign ministers, 17 out of 27 members, backed the review, which aims to ensure Israel complies with human rights clauses. The decision comes as international pressure … Read more
The question of whether gravity is a quantum phenomenon has long puzzled physicists, and researchers are now working on experimental approaches to test it. Dongchel Shin, a PhD candidate at MIT’s Mechanical Engineering Department, has recently made progress in this area by demonstrating laser cooling of a centimeter-long torsional oscillator. Torsion pendulums have been used … Read more
US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with “aggressive” prostate cancer. According to his office, this is a serious development that warrants attention from medical experts and the general public. In an effort to inform those who may be experiencing similar symptoms, we have compiled a list of five often-overlooked signs of prostate cancer. One … Read more
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has called for peace and dialogue with China, but also emphasized the need to strengthen the island’s defenses in case of war. The comments come as China has increased military drills and war games around Taiwan in recent months. Lai said that he is committed to peace, but warned that seeking … Read more
Elgato has introduced digital Stream Deck buttons for desktop users as part of its “Stream Deck Everywhere” initiative. The feature is now available in beta form and can be accessed by users who already own a Stream Deck or compatible Corsair peripherals. Unlike the mobile app version, this software doesn’t require an additional subscription fee. … Read more
The US has unveiled a new most-powerful laser, roughly doubling the peak power of any other laser in the country. The ZEUS laser facility at the University of Michigan achieved its first official experiment at 2 petawatts (2 quadrillion watts), exceeding the global electricity power output by over 100 times. This immense power lasts for … Read more
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder are just four wins away from an NBA championship appearance. The Western Conference Finals, featuring the two teams, begin tonight with a game tipped off at 8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. This is the Timberwolves’ second consecutive trip to the Western Conference Finals, having advanced past the Golden … Read more
The mysterious dark and light streaks on Olympus Mons, the largest volcano on Mars, have long been a topic of speculation among scientists. Recently, new research published in Nature Communications has provided an answer to this puzzle. Using machine-learning algorithms to scan over 86,000 satellite images from NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, researchers created a map … Read more
As spring arrives in full swing, many Americans are embracing the no-mow lawn trend, ditching traditional grassy lawns for wildflowers and native species. In our recent story on why people love their no-mow lawns, we received a flood of responses from readers sharing their experiences. Those who have made the switch report numerous benefits, including … Read more
London police have arrested a 34-year-old man in connection with a series of arson attacks in north London, including one at Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s home. The suspect faces charges of conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life. Two other suspects, Roman Lavrynovych and a 26-year-old unnamed man, have also been arrested and … Read more