Forget the AT-ST, at 20% off this Lego Star Wars AT-TE is the king of Star Wars walkers
A review of a Lego Star Wars model recommends it over other options, citing its accuracy and playability. However, no details are available on NASA's current projects....
Former NASA chief Jim Bridenstine takes over as CEO of Quantum Space
Jim Bridenstine, a former NASA administrator, has taken over as the CEO of Quantum Space. He has been in the space industry for years and is known for his experience in leading NASA....
NASA Volunteers Double Known Population of Brown Dwarfs
Volunteers have essentially doubled the number of known brown dwarfs, with over 3,000 new discoveries made over the past 10 years since the project began. According to a new paper from NASA's Backyard Worlds: Planet 9 pr...
World ‘unprepared’ for next pandemic
A key deadline to finalize a global pandemic treaty has been missed by negotiators, prompting warnings that the world remains unprepared for the next major disease outbreak. Countries have been trying to agree on sharing...
Hantavirus: Where has the deadly cruise ship outbreak come from?
An outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship has resulted in three deaths. The source of the outbreak is unclear, but it's believed to be linked to rodents....
Friendships and relationships end due to political differences
A study found that more than a third of Americans have lost relationships with friends, family members, or romantic partners due to political differences. The study explored the interpersonal consequences of political po...
Why mountain forests are hotspots for oak trees
A study found that Mexico and Central America's mountainous regions harbor great biodiversity of oak trees, and researchers have identified a definitive reason why. The region's unique geography creates conditions ideal ...
New moth species named after Pope Leo XIV
A new species of moth has been discovered in Greece, and it was named after Pope Leo XIV due to its striking colors. Researchers chose the name to reflect the insect's noble appearance....
ICE enforcement harms U.S.-born workers
Research suggests that heightened immigration enforcement during the Trump administration has not expanded job opportunities for U.S.-born workers and is associated with a reduction in employment. A new study from CU Bou...
NASA Develops Powerful New Ion Engine
NASA has successfully tested a new magnetoplasmadynamic (MPD) thruster that runs on lithium metal vapor. This engine is capable of reaching power levels far beyond today's electric propulsion systems....
Food brands use AI to target kids with digital marketing
A study found that many food brands are using artificial intelligence to target children and teenagers with digital marketing campaigns. This invisible marketing makes it challenging for researchers to track what brands ...
Physics-based weather models more accurate than AI
A study published in Science Advances found that physics-based weather models are more accurate than artificial intelligence at predicting extreme weather events. AI models often fail to predict record-breaking weather c...
Tool detects duplicate peer reviews to prevent reviewer fraud
IOP Publishing has developed a machine-learning powered tool to help detect duplicate peer review reports and address reviewer fraud in scholarly publishing. The tool aims to increase research integrity....
Trump threatens to fire Fed chair Powell if he doesn't leave in May
US President Donald Trump has threatened to remove Jerome Powell as the head of the Federal Reserve if he doesn't step down by May. This marks the latest escalation in their ongoing spat....
Thailand's monkey business: Pharmaceutical labs rely on primate testing
Many pharmaceutical companies use monkeys to test drugs and vaccines, but prices have skyrocketed since China banned exports in 2020. An international black market has emerged....
Saudi Arabia uses wastewater as surprising solution to water problem
Researchers have found that Saudi Arabia's treated wastewater could be a valuable resource for irrigation and drinking water, reducing the country's reliance on groundwater. The proposal aims to address the country's sev...
Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks in the early hours of May 6. Viewers can expect to see a spectacular display of shooting stars, with the best viewing times and locations listed....
Seaweed integration boosts efficiency in aquaculture
A study found that cultivating seaweed alongside marine finfish can significantly reduce waste products from fish farming and boost efficiency. This integrated multi-trophic aquaculture method could be a sustainable solu...
Canadian 'Emoji' Lake Vanishes After Dramatic Collapse
Quebec's Lake Rouge experienced a sudden and dramatic "outburst flood" in 2025, completely emptying it of water....
How Corporate Donations Affect Consumer Trust
Consumers view periodic corporate donations as more authentically motivated than one-time large donations, according to recent research by Alexander Park....