Barnard's star, the nearest single star to the sun, has a brood of four small planets all its own, each about two to three times the mass of Mars and orbiting their star in less than a week. The nearest single star to the sun, Barnard's Star, has a brood...

Meet the man who defied mortality: a biblical account of exceptional longevity, shrouded in divine mystery and intrigue. According to the Christian Bible, 'Methuselah lived for over 900 years.' This remarkable figure is often seen as a symbol of longevity and divine mystery, leaving behind a rich legacy in religious...

The world has witnessed its last extinction event in the modern era, with the Slender-billed Curlew being declared extinct in 1995. As species continue to disappear due to human activities, conservation efforts are underway to protect critically endangered species. Species extinction is accelerating, with many species disappearing due to habitat...

A one-legged robot, named Salto, has successfully demonstrated its ability to hop between narrow pipes, mimicking the agility and balance of squirrels. A one-legged robot has successfully demonstrated its ability to hop between narrow pipes, mimicking the agility and balance of squirrels. The robot, named Salto, was developed by researchers...

A groundbreaking study from the DESI survey reveals that dark energy, a mysterious force driving the universe's accelerating expansion, may not be constant, but rather dynamic. Unraveling the Mystery of Dark Energy: A Growing Case for Change Dark energy, a mysterious force driving the universe's accelerating expansion, has long been considered...

A groundbreaking study by MIT researchers reveals that the brain processes constructed languages, or conlangs, in a similar way to natural languages, challenging our understanding of language and its relationship with the human mind. A new study by MIT researchers has found that the brain processes constructed languages, or conlangs,...

Synchron's revolutionary neural interface harnesses cutting-edge AI technology to empower individuals with severe physical disabilities, enabling them to interact with their environment in a more natural and intuitive way. The latest innovation in brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) has been unveiled by neurotech company Synchron, which has partnered with Nvidia to develop...

Two NASA astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, found themselves stranded on the International Space Station due to a series of technical issues with their spacecraft, highlighting the unpredictable nature of human spaceflight. A lifetime dream can become a nightmare when emergencies strike. In June 2024, NASA astronauts Barry 'Butch'...

Wildfires and farm fertilizer use are fueling a surge in ozone pollution, with soil and wildfire emissions of nitrogen-containing ozone precursors contributing as much to urban areas in the US Southwest as traditional anthropogenic sources. The Shifting Chemistry of Our Atmosphere: How Wildfires and Farm Fertilizer are Fueling Ozone Pollution Ground-level...

Renowned linguist Norbert Cyffer's groundbreaking research on African languages, particularly Kanuri, has left a lasting impact on the academic community. His tireless efforts to bridge the gap between Europe and Africa have inspired generations of scholars. The academic community is mourning the loss of Emeritus Professor Norbert Cyffer, who passed...