Tag: Science
Massive ‘Supergiant’ Gold Deposit Uncovered in China Valued at Over $80 Billion
Scientists in China have recently discovered a massive gold deposit worth over $80 billion near existing gold mines in the Wangu gold field in Hunan province. This deposit is considered a "supergiant" reserve and...
Is Fluoride in Drinking Water Safe? Examining the Evidence
Communities throughout the United States have been adding fluoride to their tap water for years, with the aim of improving dental health and preventing tooth decay. However, recent misinformation about the safety of fluoride...
Uncovering the Truth Behind the Latest Science Breakthrough
Approach scientific breakthroughs with caution and skepticism, as many exciting discoveries have turned out to be wrong. For example, the 2014 announcement of primordial waves from the big bang was later debunked due to...
Why Discovering Aliens in the Near Future is Unlikely
Are we alone in the universe? The answer is almost certainly no. Given the vastness of the cosmos and the fact that its physical laws allowed life to emerge at least one place—on Earth—the...
Avoiding Bird Flu: Tips and Prevention Measures
H5N1 bird flu has been spreading among poultry and cattle in the United States, with some cases reported in humans as well. While there has been no documented human-to-human spread of the virus, the...
Exploring Famous Fossils of Human Relatives: From ‘Lucy’ to the ‘Hobbits’
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the famous "Lucy," a young adult Australopithecus afarensis, let's take a look at some other iconic hominin fossils that have shaped our understanding of...
Muscle-Released ‘Exercise Juice’ Promotes Nerve Growth, Study Shows
Exercising May Help Repair Nerve Damage, Study FindsA recent study suggests that the release of "myokines" from muscles during exercise can promote nerve growth, potentially aiding in the regeneration of injured nerve tissue. This...
7-Mile Scar Discovered in Australia’s Nullarbor Plain: Caver’s Find on Google Earth
Earlier this year, a caver was looking at images of the Nullarbor Plain when he found a huge scar carved into the landscape. Scientists were intrigued by this discovery. Upon further investigation, they realized...
Spectacular Close-Up Image of Behemoth Star on Brink of Explosion
Astronomers have captured a high-quality close-up image of a red supergiant star called WOH G64, also known as the "behemoth star," located in the Large Magellanic Cloud outside of the Milky Way. This star...
Rare Phenomenon: Earth’s ‘Mini Moon’ Vanishing for 30 Years
A small celestial object known as a "mini moon" has been orbiting Earth for the past two months, but it is expected to vanish soon. Scientists believe this space rock, named 2024 PT5, could...