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A team of researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery using dinosaur teeth as “climate time capsules” to unlock secrets of Earth’s ancient greenhouse climate. By analyzing oxygen isotopes in the dental enamel of dinosaur teeth, the scientists have found that concentrations of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere during the Mesozoic Era were far higher than … Read more
SpaceX successfully landed its first stage booster on its droneship during a Starlink 10-30 mission on August 4. The launch, which took place at 3:57 a.m. EDT, marked the company’s 69th Starlink launch of the year and its 485th booster landing. The reused Falcon 9 rocket, designated as B1080, has flown for a 21st time, … Read more
Tick bites are becoming increasingly common, with reported cases of Lyme disease reaching an all-time high since 2017, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The rise in tick-borne illnesses is attributed to warmer temperatures due to climate change, which allows ticks to thrive in areas previously inhospitable. Lyme disease-carrying deer ticks … Read more
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in millions of Dell laptops, which could allow attackers to gain persistent access even after a Windows reinstall. The issue affects 100+ Dell laptop models widely used in government settings and by the cybersecurity industry. The vulnerability resides in the firmware for ControlVault3 and ControlVault3+, which are hardware … Read more
Pfizer has increased its full-year adjusted profit guidance due to cost cuts and strong business performance this year. The company’s second-quarter results topped Wall Street’s estimates, driven by revenue from Covid products and some other drugs. The pharmaceutical giant reported a 10% increase in revenue for the second quarter, primarily due to higher sales of … Read more
Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) has seen a significant increase in cases across the US, particularly among children under 5, according to public health reports. The highly contagious viral illness can be transmitted through various means, including coughing, sneezing, and sharing utensils. Dr. Marc Siegel, a Fox News senior medical analyst, notes that HFMD … Read more
Finn Wolfhard has revealed that the cast of Stranger Things once discussed getting a group tattoo to commemorate their time on the series. The idea, which was never finalized, symbolized the bond formed by the 11 cast members and reflected the diversity of their experiences on set. According to Wolfhard, the designs varied because each … Read more
Denmark, Norway, and Sweden have announced a package worth $500 million to support Ukraine’s war effort. The funding will be used to acquire equipment and munitions from the United States under the NATO Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg did not participate in the announcement as the secretary general at … Read more
Heatwaves continue to grip Japan and South Korea as both countries set new temperature records in June and July. In Japan, the city of Tamba broke its national record with a scorching 41.2C, while local temperatures soared above 35C at almost a third of the country’s weather stations. The heat is not unique to these … Read more