David Bonderman, the founder of the Seattle Kraken, has passed away at 82 surrounded by his family. Known to friends and colleagues as “Bondo,” he left a lasting legacy in hockey, music, sports, adventure, and conservation. A devoted father of five and grandfather of three, Bonderman was also a true friend to many. The Kraken … Read more
Elon Musk has become the first person to reach an estimated net worth of over $400 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. The latest surge in his wealth comes from a recent insider share sale at SpaceX, which added approximately $50 billion to his total value. Musk’s fortune has undergone a significant turnaround since … Read more
A team of astronomers led by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has discovered seven more “dark comets”, doubling the known number, according to Davide Farnocchia. These unusual objects are similar to asteroids but behave like comets. The discovery was made after analyzing the trajectory of an asteroid in 2016, which showed signs of a comet’s tail, … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the Atacama Trench, a near-vertical wall in the eastern South Pacific Ocean that plunges to depths exceeding 8,000 meters. A new study published in Systematics and Biodiversity has identified a large, active predatory amphipod species, named Dulcibella camanchaca, which is the first of its kind from these extreme … Read more
The European Space Agency (ESA) has launched a groundbreaking mission called Proba-3, which aims to create an artificial solar eclipse and study the sun’s atmosphere, known as the corona. This technology demonstrates precise formation flying (PFF) capabilities, allowing for accurate positioning of satellites 150 meters apart. For the first time ever, scientists will attempt to … Read more
The Golden Globes have taken steps to diversify its voting membership, leading to a shift in its award-winning choices. In recent years, the show was criticized for favoring A-list celebrities over critically acclaimed projects. However, this year’s nominees have shown a more balanced approach. Female directors are now represented on the list of nominees, with … Read more
A new study published in Frontiers in Public Health has found that drinking sweetened beverages can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, but consuming sugary drinks in moderation may actually lower the risk. Researchers conducted the study in Sweden and analyzed data from two major studies involving over 69,000 participants. They discovered that consuming too … Read more
Dust storms on Mars pose a significant threat to rovers and landers on the Red Planet. According to recent research, 78% of dust storms are preceded by unusually high solar heating. This discovery could lead to the development of weather forecasts for Martian dust storms. Researchers Heshani Pieris and Paul Hayne analyzed eight years’ worth … Read more
NASA is set to launch its new 3D-sky-mapping satellite, called SPHEREx (Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization and Ices Explorer), on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket in late February 2025. The compact car-sized observatory will map the millions of stars and galaxies visible from Earth’s vantage point in every direction, creating … Read more
Tesla shares surged to a new all-time high on Wednesday, marking the sixth consecutive day of gains and extending the massive post-election rally. The stock has gained about 70% since election day last month, driven by optimism over Elon Musk’s association with President-elect Donald Trump. Analysts have been bullish on Tesla, with Goldman Sachs citing … Read more