Blue Origin’s all-female crew, led by pop star Katy Perry, has completed a 11-minute space trip that marked the first all-female spaceflight since 1963. The crew, which included journalist Lauren Sanchez and former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, reached an altitude of over 60 miles above Earth. Perry, who flew with her 4-year-old daughter Daisy’s … Read more
More Americans are receiving computed tomography (CT) scans than ever before, with over 30% more exams performed annually since 2007. Researchers warn that unwarranted tests may be exposing the population to unnecessary radiation, potentially leading to cancer risks. A new study predicts that low doses of ionizing radiation from CT scans could account for 5% … Read more
Get ready for a celestial treat as two breathtaking meteor shower events light up the skies in April and May. The Lyrids, peaking on April 21-22, will be visible from the northern hemisphere, while the Eta Aquariids, starting on April 20 and finishing on May 21, will shine bright in the southern tropics. No special … Read more
If your browser is displaying a warning message about Javascript being disabled, this issue can be resolved by enabling Javascript. The exact steps to enable Javascript vary depending on the browser type you are using. For Chrome users, go to Settings > Advanced > Content settings > JavaScript. For Mozilla Firefox users, click on the … Read more
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a strong supporter of President Trump’s trade policies, bought stocks that were heavily affected by his tariffs in a market meltdown. She purchased Lululemon, Dell Computer, and Amazon, among others, which took a 40% hit on average. Greene’s financial disclosure shows she invested in these companies during the recent market downturn, … Read more
A new study suggests that a chemical used in MRI scans may cause deadly nanoparticles to form in the body. Researchers from the University of New Mexico found that gadolinium, a toxic rare earth metal, can mix with oxalic acid found in many foods to create these tiny particles. The study warns that patients taking … Read more
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller has expressed his expectation that President Donald Trump’s tariffs will have a temporary impact on prices, describing it as “transitory.” The term is reminiscent of the central bank’s previous use during the 2021 inflation surge. Despite last year’s experience, where prices rose unexpectedly despite initial projections, Waller believes that higher … Read more
The moon will be at its full phase on Sunday, April 13th, offering a chance to view meteor activity between dusk and moonrise. However, the low meteor activity during this period means that only a few meteors will be visible each hour. For evening observers in mid-northern latitudes (45N), the estimated total hourly rates should … Read more
China has suspended exports of critical minerals and magnets to the US, used in making semiconductors, electric vehicles, solar panels, and missiles. The move is part of Beijing’s retaliation against US President Donald Trump’s tariff increase, which began on April 2. The halt affects six heavy rare earth metals and rare earth magnets, which are … Read more
The highly anticipated first weekend of Coachella kicked off in style this year, as celebrities flocked to Indio, Calif., to kick-start festival season. After seven long years, Lady Gaga made a triumphant return to the main stage on Friday night, treating fans to a nearly two-hour performance. Gaga’s show was a theatrical spectacle, featuring high-fashion … Read more