The idea of “openness” in technology has been in the spotlight lately. Many people are looking for alternative software that’s free and open source because they don’t want to rely on big companies like Microsoft or Google. Some popular open-source alternatives include: * PhotoPrism: A photo management tool that lets you store your photos safely … Read more
Perseid meteor shower to peak tonight alongside northern lights The biggest meteor shower of 2024 is expected to peak on Sunday night, coinciding with a rare showing of the northern lights. The Perseid meteor shower has been visible since mid-July but will reach its peak on the night of August 11, with up to 100 … Read more
Canada has taken a historic step by joining the mobility of the future and competing with Japan. At CES 2024, Magna presented its next-generation eDrive system, which features a new electric engine that outperforms hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This engine uses a unique fuel that is neither liquid nor gaseous, potentially making it … Read more
In 1974, astronomers Bruce Balick and Robert L. Brown discovered a powerful radio source at the center of the Milky Way galaxy, which was later found to be a supermassive black hole (SMBH) with a mass of over 4 million Suns. Since then, scientists have learned that SMBHs reside at the centers of galaxies with … Read more
In the wake of the refreshed Model 3, speculation is growing about a potential refresh for the top-selling electric vehicle, the Model Y. The Model Y was unveiled in 2019 and has become one of the most popular cars globally. Recent “leaks” suggest a new model with a rear light bar, but CEO Elon Musk … Read more
After more than a decade of dedicated service, NASA’s NEOWISE spacecraft has officially retired. Launched in 2009 as WISE, its original task was to map the entire sky in infrared, which it accomplished with ease. Later, NEOWISE adapted and learned new skills to find asteroids and comets that could potentially threaten Earth. As NEOWISE’s orbit … Read more
Losing a lot of teeth can increase the risk of dying from heart disease and stroke. Studies have shown that missing one or more teeth is linked to a higher risk of these conditions. Poor oral health is also known to be a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, which are the leading cause of death … Read more
With Bitcoin (BTC) regaining bullish momentum, analysts predict it could soon reach an all-time high if the trend continues. One crypto analyst, Yoddha, suggests that if Bitcoin closes August with strength, it could easily surpass $81,000 and potentially even reach $244,890 in the long term. Yoddha notes that Bitcoin’s price action has been a rollercoaster … Read more
Ripple, a leading crypto payments company, has issued a critical warning to XRP holders following its legal victory against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The official X handle warns of a surge in scam attempts targeting XRP community members. Scammers are using Ripple’s recent legal victory as an opportunity to trick unsuspecting investors … Read more
Forget what you learned in elementary school geography, Earth apparently doesn’t have seven continents after all. A new study suggests that we only have six continents. The research focuses on the geological processes behind the breakup of Europe and North America, and how these landmasses have evolved over time. The study’s lead author, Dr. Jordan … Read more