NASCAR Events in Mexico City Face Travel Delays

Travel issues for teams leaving the Charlotte area have forced NASCAR officials to alter the on-track schedule for this weekend’s events in Mexico City. Two aircraft issues grounded multiple race teams back in North Carolina, delaying their arrival for the first Cup Series event. The Xfinity Series will now only have one 50-minute practice session … Read more

NASA Goddard Announces Staff Separation and Institutional Changes Amid Shift to New Priorities

NASA Goddard is experiencing significant changes as the agency shifts towards its new priorities. Recently, Gavin Schmidt, director of the Goddard Institute for Space Studies, was awarded the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation’s 2025 Planetary Health Award in recognition of his work on climate change. The agency is now offering voluntary separation programs to … Read more

Unveiling the Universe’s Toddlery Past with COSMOS-Web

Northeastern Researchers Unveil Biggest Ever Glimpse into Universe’s Deepest Parts A team of researchers from Northeastern University has made a groundbreaking discovery in understanding the universe’s history, thanks to a massive effort to study the cosmos using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope. The COSMOS-Web project has revealed images of nearly 800,000 galaxies, providing the clearest … Read more

What Your Toenails Reveal About Your Health

A doctor has revealed that your toenails can tell you a lot about your health. Sheena Bagga, a pharmacist prescriber from LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor, says that checking the condition of your nails can highlight issues such as infections, diabetes, and even cancer. Healthy nails should have a smooth surface with light pink or translucent coloration … Read more

Apple Seeds Revised iOS 26 Beta to Fix Battery Issue

Apple has released a revised version of the first iOS 26 beta for testing purposes. The update is designed to address a battery issue that could cause iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 models to display a low battery symbol and fail to start up after updating to the initial iOS 26 beta. The revised beta, … Read more

Omicron Variants Spreading Globally, CDC Warns of Waning Immunity

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a surge in cases and hospitalizations caused by the NB.1.8.1 variant, which has grown from 15% to 37% since late May. This rise is attributed to its increased presence in Asia. However, the CDC notes that NB.1.8.1 appears only minimally more immune-evasive than the … Read more

Erythritol Linked to Increased Stroke Risk Due to Blood Vessel Damage

A new study reveals that a popular low-calorie sugar substitute found in foods like protein bars and sugar-free ice cream may be increasing the risk of stroke. Erythritol, a sugar alcohol commonly used as a sweetener, has been linked to oxidative stress, reduced nitric oxide production, and increased vessel-constricting compounds in human brain blood vessel … Read more

Google Ditches Android Instant Apps Due to Low Usage

Google has confirmed it will shut down Android Instant Apps later this year, citing “low” usage as the reason. The feature, introduced in 2017, allowed users to try apps and demo games without installation. Instant Apps were meant to make navigation easier for users and provide developers with new ways to find audiences. However, Google … Read more

Oakmont’s Torment: Even World No. 1 Falters on Demanding Course

The Muirfield Village Golf Club may have been Scottie Scheffler’s happy hunting ground just two weeks ago, but a different beast emerged at Oakmont Country Club this weekend. The No. 1 golfer in the world faced his toughest test yet as the challenging course proved too much for even the best players. Oakmont is notorious … Read more