Fighting Deepfake AI Video Scams: Tips for Scientists
In January, South African urologist Kgomotso Mathabe found herself at the center of a deepfake video scam. The video showed her promoting a fake drug to treat erectile dysfunction, which she had never done....
Cats Show Signs of Grieving Loss of Fellow Pets, Study Reveals
Cats are known for being independent and aloof, but a recent study suggests that they also show signs of grieving when they lose a fellow pet in the household, even if it's a family...
California Officials Warn of High Valley Fever Risk After Music Festival Outbreak
Health officials in California are warning of a potentially high risk of valley fever this year after several cases were detected among attendees of a music festival near Bakersfield. Valley fever, also known as...
Tracking Nitrogen Dioxide: European Satellite Surprises Scientists
Researchers have recently conducted a groundbreaking study using Landsat and Sentinel-2 satellites to track and measure nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from power plants with exceptional accuracy. These satellites, initially designed for land surveying purposes,...
Pompeii Earthquake Tragedy: Impact on Death Toll
In the year A.D. 79, a massive volcano in southern Italy awakened suddenly, causing one of the deadliest natural disasters in the ancient world. The eruption led to the deaths of at least 1,500...
Discovering Resilient Bacteria Thriving in Microwaves
Bacteria thriving in microwaves are a surprising discovery, according to a recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Valencia in Spain. The study found that microwaves, despite their heat and dry environment,...
Great White Sharks: Population Split 200,000 Years Ago with One Hybrid in Bermuda Triangle
Great white sharks are facing a high risk of extinction, and scientists are now studying their distinct populations in different oceans to understand the potential for interbreeding. According to a recent study published in...
Unveiling the Quantum Origin of the Greenhouse Effect
In 1896, the Swedish physicist Svante Arrhenius discovered that carbon dioxide (CO2) traps heat in Earth's atmosphere, leading to the greenhouse effect. Modern climate models have confirmed his findings, showing that every time the...
Restoring Caribbean Sea Urchins: A Valiant Conservation Effort
Long-spined sea urchins are the unsung heroes of Caribbean reefs, despite their villainous appearance. These sea creatures play a vital role in maintaining the health of coral ecosystems by consuming large amounts of algae...
Boeing Starliner Astronauts Could Return on SpaceX in 2025
NASA officials have recently admitted that there might be more serious issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft than initially thought. This raises concerns about the return of astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, who...