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The Concorde was a groundbreaking supersonic passenger jet that could fly faster than the speed of sound, setting records for its speed and efficiency. Engineers faced challenges in designing an aircraft that could handle...

For centuries, the idea that ostriches bury their heads in the sand when faced with danger has been a popular myth. This belief may have originated from the Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder, who...

The Milky Way is a massive galaxy that attracts smaller "satellite galaxies" to orbit around it. These satellite galaxies, which contain only a few billion stars, have been captured by the Milky Way's gravitational...

The New York Times Tech Guild, a group of over 600 tech workers who play a crucial role in maintaining the infrastructure of The New York Times, has recently gone on strike due to...

Black Friday is fast approaching, and it's the perfect time to score some great deals on science and technology products. From cameras to telescopes, fitness trackers, and more, there will be discounts on a...

NASA recently released images showing gravity waves emitted by Hurricane Helene rippling through the sky. These waves were observed 55 miles above Earth's surface, spreading far north of Florida as the storm made landfall....

Mars has always fascinated scientists and researchers due to its potential for sustaining life. Recent research led by planetary scientists at Harvard University suggests that Mars' magnetic field may have lasted longer than previously...

Clouds are a crucial part of the Earth's weather system. They form when water vapor in the atmosphere clings to tiny particles and turns into liquid droplets or ice crystals. A recent study has...

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the US has raised concerns about the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine, a key ingredient found in popular over-the-counter cold and flu remedies. Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant...

After a year of extreme weather and rising global temperatures, this year's UN climate summit is crucial. However, with President-elect Donald Trump planning to withdraw the US from the global climate process, concerns are...

Difficult births are not unique to humans, as a recent study on chimpanzee pelvic bones has revealed. This analysis suggests that complicated births may not have emerged in humans as a result of the...

A mysterious volcanic comet known as 29P/Schwassmann-Wachmann has recently experienced its largest outburst in over three years, according to researchers. This city-size comet, spanning around 37 miles across, has unleashed four major eruptions in...

The H5N1 bird flu virus has been making headlines this year, with nearly 50 cases reported in the U.S. so far. While the virus has caused only mild illnesses in humans, the Centers for...

Plate tectonics have long been considered a crucial element in the evolution of life on Earth. The movement of Earth's crust is unique to our planet and has played a significant role in shaping...

Climate change is a pressing issue that affects everyone, especially vulnerable communities in Africa. External groups often offer solutions for climate adaptation, but the best way forward is to empower local communities and leaders...

A recent discovery by astronomers has shed light on the collision of two neutron stars, resulting in the creation of the smallest black hole ever observed. This cosmic event took place 130 million light-years...

The world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, was developed by scientists at Kyoto University and the logging company Sumitomo Forestry. This innovative spacecraft measures just 4 inches on each side and has a very retro...

In this episode of “Health Equity Heroes,” we delve into the complex issue of weight and its impact on health. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a significant portion...

The Martian New Year is just around the corner, and it's time to celebrate! While we Earthlings may be used to celebrating on January 1st, Mars has its own unique calendar system that marks...

The upcoming UN COP29 climate talks in Azerbaijan are sparking controversy over climate finance, particularly in relation to funding from developed and developing countries. The disagreement stems from the commitment made by developed countries...

An armored dinosaur fossil has been discovered recently, shedding light on the incredible strength of its protective armor. The fossil belonged to a nodosaur, a plant-eating dinosaur that lived over 110 million years ago...

North Korea made headlines recently with the launch of its first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in nearly a year. The missile reportedly reached a record altitude of 4,350 miles (7,000 km) after flying for...

Scientists have made a breakthrough in creating a new superheavy element, known as element 120 or unbinilium. This element would be so heavy that it would require a new row on the periodic table...

Misinformation is a growing concern in today's society, with many people struggling to discern what is true or false. The spread of misinformation has been compared to the spread of viruses, with mathematical models...

In late September, Microsoft made a big announcement that they would be reopening the Three Mile Island nuclear plant to power their data centers. This move is just one example of the extraordinary lengths...

Former President Donald Trump's potential return to the White House is expected to bring significant changes to the nation's public health insurance programs, increasing the uninsured rate and imposing new barriers to abortion and...

This year is on track to become the warmest on record, with temperatures expected to average 1.55C above pre-industrial levels, according to the EU earth observation agency. The increase in temperature is primarily due...

Primordial black holes (PBHs) have been a topic of interest among physicists for quite some time. These black holes are believed to have formed shortly after the Big Bang and may be smaller than...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new light therapy device for treating age-related macular degeneration (AMR), a leading cause of vision loss in Americans aged 40 and older. This device,...

Uranus, the coldest planet in our solar system, has a fascinating moon called Miranda. Back in 1986, NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft captured images of Miranda's southern hemisphere, revealing a variety of geological features like...