Researchers have discovered a new class of origami patterns, dubbed “bloom patterns,” which resemble idealized flowers and offer promising properties for future engineering uses. Created by Brigham Young University sophomore Zhongyuan Wang, the bloom patterns can be folded into compact shapes, constructed from a single sheet, and scaled up to create larger structures. Wang’s explorations … Read more
The American Heart Association (AHA) and American College of Cardiology (ACC), along with numerous other professional societies, have released updated guidance on hypertension. The 105-page document updates previous guidance from 2017. Key recommendations include the importance of accurate blood pressure measurement, particularly in healthcare settings, where it is often overlooked. The authors emphasize the need … Read more
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke by phone with his French, German, and British counterparts, seeking to avoid the reimposition of UN sanctions over Tehran’s nuclear program, just days ahead of a European deadline. The call came as the three countries threatened to invoke the “snapback” provision of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. The Europeans’ … Read more
Apple has swiftly addressed a critical zero-click vulnerability that could have allowed attackers to compromise iPhones, iPads, and Macs without user interaction. The bug, tied to image processing, posed a significant risk for crypto holders as it enabled attackers to steal sensitive data, including cryptocurrency wallets. In a Thursday advisory, Apple confirmed the issue had … Read more
As a photographer, I was excited to test the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL’s cameras on a photo walk around Paris. Although the phone’s hardware hasn’t changed much from last year, its new Tensor G5 processor and AI tools make it Google’s best camera phone yet. The main camera setup includes a 50-megapixel main camera, … Read more
Visa has unexpectedly ended its US open-banking business, putting a damper on fintech startups that rely on easy access to customer bank data. This move cools the momentum of open banking, which has been a major growth driver for fintech firms. Big banks like JPMorgan Chase are now imposing stricter fees on fintechs using customer … Read more
The FDA is expected to approve new Covid shots soon, but only for adults 65 and older and people with underlying health conditions. The CDC may follow suit, limiting its recommendation to these groups. As a result, some insurers might not cover the vaccine for healthy individuals. Under federal law, most health insurance plans must … Read more
Egyptian authorities have recovered ancient artifacts from a sunken city off the coast of Abu Qir Bay near Alexandria. The relics date back over 2,000 years and include statues, Roman coins, and other historical remains. The site is believed to be an extension of the ancient city of Canopus, which was a prominent center during … Read more
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A US military mini shuttle, launched by SpaceX, has blasted off on a secret mission to conduct classified experiments in space. The X-37B space plane, which is 29 feet long with a wingspan of almost 15 feet, took off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, without any crew members on board. The mission aims to test laser … Read more