Scientists have discovered subtle warps in planet-forming discs, challenging the idea that planets form in calm, flat environments. These warps may hold the key to understanding why planetary systems look the way they do today. Research using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) found evidence of slight tilts within these discs, which can shape the … Read more
Cells can no longer tell their own story in the lab. To study cellular behavior, researchers have used static snapshots and algorithms to fill in the gaps. However, a new generation of DNA-recording tools promises to change that. These cutting-edge systems, which record signals received by cells, paths traveled, and decisions made, are now logging … Read more
Brazilian protesters gathered in all 26 states and the Federal District on Sunday against potential pardons for former President Jair Bolsonaro and his allies, who were convicted of attempting a coup. The protests followed a constitutional amendment passed by the lower house that would make it harder to arrest lawmakers. The move now heads to … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 50-fold hike in H-1B visa fees from $500 to $100,000 has sent shockwaves through the global tech industry and beyond. The new fee targets only new applicants and is a one-off, but experts warn that this could lead to a long-term labour shortage. Indian companies like TCS and … Read more
A team of scientists has proposed a new candidate for dark matter: the gravitino. This particle, predicted by N=8 supergravity theory, could be detected using underground detectors like the JUNO detector in China. The researchers simulated the signature of a gravitino passing through the detector and found that it would leave a unique signal impossible … Read more
An upcoming AppleTV+ series, titled “Parallax,” will film in downtown Vandergrift this week. The production team will set up temporary no-parking zones and intermittently close roads to accommodate the filming. Locals may be asked to serve as extras during the production, which is based on crime novels by Lars Kepler. The show stars Liev Schreiber, … Read more
Sarah Ferguson, the ex-wife of Prince Andrew, has been dropped as a patron for multiple charities after leaked emails revealed her close friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. The charities include Julia’s House, Teenage Cancer Trust, Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, British Heart Foundation, and Children’s Literacy Charity. According to leaked emails, Ferguson referred to Epstein as a … Read more
Walter Russell Mead, a prominent expert, recently appeared on the Wall Street Journal’s podcast Potomac Watch to share his insights on the United States’ cooperation with key allies like Israel and the impact of current global events on international politics. Source: https://www.hudson.org/donald-trumps-role-new-international-order-walter-russell-mead
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has teamed up with over 400 artists to stand up for free speech against government retaliation. This move comes after the government threatened a private company that had criticized President [President’s Name]. The action is seen as a threat to freedom of expression, and many are concerned about the … Read more
A new study published in Nature found that people are more likely to cheat or engage in dishonest behavior when using artificial intelligence (AI) for tasks. Researchers, led by Zoe Rahwan, conducted 13 tests on over 8,000 participants and discovered that: * When participants used AI to report dice numbers, about 95% were honest without … Read more