Astronomers discovered a whole new class of black holes
Scientists have observed a new type of black hole that is too heavy to have been born from a star but still too slim to …
Josh Hawkins has been writing for over a decade, covering science, gaming, and tech culture. He also is a top-rated product reviewer with experience in extensively researched product comparisons, headphones, and gaming devices.
Whenever he isn’t busy writing about tech or gadgets, he can usually be found enjoying a new world in a video game, or tinkering with something on his computer.
Latest Articles by Joshua Hawkins
Common farm chemicals may be heralding an ‘insect apocalypse’
Fruits and vegetables are often sprayed with fungicides to keep mold at bay. However, new research suggests one of these chemicals could be quietly harming …
ChatGPT proves it could pilot a spacecraft surprisingly well
Researchers have put several large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT to test to see just how likely they would be to successfully pilot a spacecraft. …
New study claims these sports are better exercise than running or swimming
For years, doctors have cited swimming and running as two of the best ways to strengthen your muscles and improve cardiovascular health. But now, new …
Astronomers spotted a third ‘interstellar object’ streaking through our solar system
Astronomers have just confirmed the discovery of a rare visitor from beyond our solar system — a newly detected interstellar comet. Officially named 3I/ATLAS, the …
AI just detected tiny brain tumors often missed by MRIs
AI can now detect tiny brain tumors often missed by MRI scans. This breakthrough research, which was conducted by the Netherlands Cancer Institute and Robovision …
AI has started lashing out when threatened by humans
AI continues to be entirely unhinged when pushed to the edge, with some of the latest documented examples including Anthropic’s Claude 4 lashing out at …
MIT made a ‘bubble wrap’ that can turn air into drinking water
Researchers with MIT have created a new bubble wrap-like gel that can turn air into water. This is just the latest in a list of …
Scientists finally know what caused the Atlantic Warming Hole
For years, scientists were puzzled by a strange part of the ocean just south of Greenland that didn’t behave like the rest of the planet. …
Scientists found what just might be Earth’s oldest rocks
Researchers say they might have discovered the oldest rocks on Earth. The rocks in question are a belt of swirly, stripe-covered rocks found in the …
Scientists created a ‘living’ material that sucks CO2 out of the air
Scientists at ETH Zurich have developed a new kind of material that doesn’t just sit there. It actually lives, grows, and pulls carbon dioxide straight …
These plants might actually be de-evolving
We know that the world and its various inhabitants, from plants to animals, are still evolving. In fact, some even believe that humans are actively …
These moths use stars to navigate, just like humans
We’ve long known that some animals depend on the Sun to navigate the world. However, new research may have uncovered the first insect we know …
Researchers found three minerals never before catalogued on Earth
We’re always learning more about our planet. From figuring out where life on Earth originated to exactly what lies beneath the Earth’s surface, there’s plenty …
Imperfect climate models can still help us immensely, Yale says
The fight against climate change is ongoing, and while we’re still a long way from finding an actually sustainable solution, researchers at Yale say that …
Scientists still don’t know why sharks ‘freeze’ when turned upside down
Sharks are interesting creatures and among the most deadly lurking within the ocean. But what if I told you that sharks have a strange habit …
Earthworm DNA may challenge everything we know about evolution
When Charles Darwin first proposed how evolution works in 1859, it seemed plausible. Tiny changes stack up over time, eventually leading a species to become …
Astronomers found the perfect spot to set up a base on Mars
NASA and others have been wanting to get humans to Mars for decades at this point. However, actually getting us there is still far from …
Aimless wandering is actually good for the brain
The brain is a complex organ. Not only is it made up of multiple parts, all of which have important roles to play in processing …
Research shows caffeine could help slow cellular aging
Health experts tend to go back and forth on whether or not caffeine is actually good for you, or how much you should ingest every …
The shortest day of your life could be this summer – here’s when
We could soon be living through the shortest day of our lives. According to reports, Earth is continuingly spinning faster on its axis. While we’ve …
Turns out the human mind sees what it wants to see, not what you actually see
The human brain continues to surprise scientists. From how it learns to the fact that our brains glow, there’s a lot we have yet to …
It only takes the herpes virus one hour to change human DNA forever
Viruses rely on hosts to survive. But some viruses are more effective at reproducing than others. Now, new research has shown that the herpes virus, …
We finally figured out what’s inside the Moon
For decades, scientists have debated what’s beneath the Moon’s dusty surface. Now, new research has delivered some of the clearest evidence yet of what’s inside …
The Sun is twisting Mercury’s crust in unexpected ways
As the planet closest to the Sun, Mercury has it rough. Not only is it the smallest planet in our solar system, but Mercury’s crust …
Researchers beamed light through a man’s head for the first time
Researchers have discovered a new way to image the brain, and it has also led to a first for scientists. According to a new paper …
Study claims a passing star could fling Earth out of the solar system
The universe is always moving. While we’ve found evidence of rogue black holes and planets, new research suggests that a passing star could be out …
Our brains are glowing, and scientists want to figure out why
The human brain is a fascinating organ. Not only are we just starting to truly discover how the brain learns, but we’re finding out even …
There’s a hidden rule that all life on Earth must follow, research claims
Life on Earth is complex and hard to understand, but new research may have finally given us a much-needed glimpse into the patterns that life …
Removing CO2 from the ocean could have a negative impact, scientists warn
We’re losing our fight to control climate change, which has led a lot of scientists to look for new ways to combat the consistently rising …
