Astronomers had high hopes for Proxima b, a rocky world circling Proxima Centauri, the closest star to the Sun. However, a new study may have dashed those hopes by revealing that the star’s powerful flares could destroy the planet’s atmosphere. Proxima Centauri is a small, cool red dwarf star, and its extremely close orbiting planet … Read more
Scientists have discovered a galaxy that defies our understanding of the early universe, revealing that the Era of Reionization may have occurred much earlier than previously thought. Using the James Webb Space Telescope, researchers observed an ancient galaxy known as JADES-GS-z13-1, which is 330 million years old and shines through the fog of the early … Read more
European leaders have pledged to send a “reassurance force” to Ukraine, aimed at deterring Russia’s continued aggression. The plan, announced during a summit in Paris, includes French and British military planners coordinating with Ukrainian forces to coordinate the deployment. However, several obstacles hinder the implementation of the plan. French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the … Read more
Former Bachelorette star Katie Thurston, 34, has shared an update about her breast cancer diagnosis. Thurston revealed earlier this month that she was diagnosed with Stage 3 triple positive ductal carcinoma. After undergoing tests, including a CT scan, bone density scan, blood work, and MRI, doctors confirmed that the cancer had spread to her liver. … Read more
Microsoft has confirmed that it’s removing a popular command line workaround that allowed users to bypass connecting to the internet and signing into a Microsoft Account when setting up a new Windows 11 PC. The “bypassnro” command, which was widely used by users, is being phased out to ensure that all users exit setup with … Read more
Boston Red Sox second baseman Kristian Campbell made a strong debut, despite initial criticism. After striking out in his first two at-bats, Campbell tallied two hits on Opening Day and added two more the next night against the Texas Rangers. His most impressive moment came Saturday when he hit his first big-league home run. Despite … Read more
MindsEye, a near-future action game from Build A Rocket Boy studio founder Leslie Benzies, has finally announced a release date of June 10th this year. However, the excitement is tempered by concerns over the game’s availability and its resemblance to Grand Theft Auto (GTA). Originally intended as an episodic release available on platforms including Everywhere, … Read more
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has launched an investigation into Walt Disney Co. and its ABC television network over concerns about their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The probe comes as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to scrutinize media companies for promoting what it sees as “invidious forms” of DEI discrimination. … Read more
A rare celestial event is about to unfold as T Coronae Borealis (T CrB), also known as the “Blaze Star,” is expected to erupt into a nova, making it visible to the naked eye for several weeks. While many people will be taken in by sensationalized headlines, those who do their homework and venture outside … Read more
The European Space Agency has brought an end to its successful mission with the Gaia space telescope. Low on fuel and nearing the end of its service life, the agency has placed Gaia into a temporary orbit around the sun, effectively ending its 9-year-and-4-month run. Before shutting down, the team overwrote some of Gaia’s memory … Read more