Explore 4 Popular Shipwrecks You Can Visit
The Titanic, discovered in 1985 deep beneath the ocean off of Newfoundland, is the most iconic shipwreck in the world. The massive luxury liner sank in 1912 after hitting an iceberg, but it was...
Celebrating the Scientific Legacy of Rosetta Probe: A Decade of Discovery
Comet 67P captured the attention of scientists ten years ago when it became the first comet to be orbited and landed on by a spacecraft. The European Space Agency (ESA) embarked on a mission...
Cannabis as an Alternative to Opioids: Research Findings and Benefits
Cannabis Could Potentially Help Reduce Opioid Use, Study FindsA recent study conducted by the University of Southern California has shed light on the potential benefits of using cannabis as an alternative to opioids. The...
FDA Approves First Needle-Free Alternative to EpiPens
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved the first needle-free treatment for anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction. Neffy, a nasal-spray form of epinephrine, has been given the green light by the FDA....
AI Robot by DeepMind: The Ping Pong Champion You Can’t Beat
Google's DeepMind has recently introduced a new robot that has taken the world by surprise. Unlike the superhuman AIs developed by DeepMind for games like Go or chess, this robot is designed for table...
Debate Over Pyramids’ Construction, Astronauts Stranded, and Olympians Swim Seine
The Olympics in Paris have been making headlines, especially with concerns about the cleanliness of the Seine River where athletes are swimming. Despite efforts to clean up the river, there have been reports of...
Boosted Immunity Gene in Sparrows Aids in Eating Poop-Spiked Food
House sparrows may seem like common birds, but their ability to adapt and thrive in new environments is truly remarkable. Researchers have discovered a fascinating link between the expression of a gut immunity gene,...
Saving Endangered Skates: Captive Hatching Prevents Extinction
In a remote area of Tasmania, Australia, the Maugean skate, a critically endangered species of marine fish, is facing the threat of extinction due to human activities such as salmon farming and changes in...
Title: G4 Geomagnetic Storm Strikes Earth, Increasing Likelihood of Widespread Auroras
A severe G4-scale geomagnetic storm hit Earth this morning, causing auroras to be visible in more than a dozen states near the U.S.-Canada border. The storm, which followed powerful solar eruptions, has since subsided...
Understanding Analog Computing: An Overview | Quanta Magazine
Computing has come a long way since its early analog days. While today's digital systems dominate the technology landscape, analog computing still holds value in certain applications. Analog devices like the Antikythera mechanism and...