Coral reefs worldwide are experiencing unprecedented bleaching events due to rising sea temperatures, with 84% of exposed reefs showing heat stress levels since 2023, according to NOAA. The latest global event began on January 1, 2023, and has been observed across at least 83 countries and territories. Bleaching occurs when heat disrupts the coral’s metabolism, … Read more
Novavax’s COVID-19 vaccine is moving forward with full approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the company announced Wednesday. This news sent shares soaring 21% in morning trading, alleviating concerns that Trump administration officials might be holding up a decision. The Novavax vaccine, which uses a traditional protein-based approach, has been sold under … Read more
Scientists have discovered a new link between memories and metabolism in the brain. Led by Prof. Tomás Ryan from Trinity College Dublin, researchers found that cold experiences can form lasting memories, which then control our body’s thermoregulation – the ability to regulate its internal temperature. The study used mice as test subjects, training them to … Read more
A NASA rover has made a significant discovery on Mars, uncovering a plentiful mineral that was invisible to orbiters studying the Red Planet from space. The discovery of siderite, an iron carbonate mineral, is crucial evidence supporting the theory that Mars once had a thick carbon dioxide-rich atmosphere, allowing for a warm enough environment to … Read more
A jury of 12 Manhattanites has been selected to decide the fate of Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein, who faces two counts of first-degree criminal sexual act and one count of third-degree rape after complaints by three women. The new trial began in Manhattan criminal court last week, when prosecutors and Mr. Weinstein’s legal team began … Read more
A security alert has been triggered for a cloud provider due to an excessive number of requests from a single IP address (37.27.54.14) with the ID (305654223). This indicates potential misuse or hacking attempts, prompting the cloud provider to take action to protect their services. Further investigation is required to determine the cause and scope … Read more
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a debut game by French developer Sandfall Interactive, has gained attention for its well-designed and complete project. What makes it impressive is that the small team of about 30 individuals behind this work drew inspiration from belle époque art and Japanese role-playing games like Dragon Quest and Persona. The game’s turn-based … Read more
Bethesda’s 2006 RPG, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, has left fans nostalgic for its engaging gameplay and memorable cast of characters. For those who played the game in their youth, it remains a cherished experience that sparked a lifelong passion for video games. For a newcomer like the author, playing Oblivion was an introduction to … Read more
Pedro Pascal, the actor behind Joel Miller in HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’, will not be returning for another season if his character dies. The show’s creator, Craig Mazin, confirmed that Joel’s death is a pivotal moment in the series and has been predestined since the first game. In an emotional scene, Abby Anderson (Kaitlyn … Read more
A rally outside City Hall on April 15 marked a turning point in the debate over the future of the Santa Monica Airport (SMO) as a potential site for affordable housing. The Human Rights Watch Student Task Force (HRWSTF) club at Samohi has expressed support for the Cloverfield Commons group’s plan to convert half of … Read more