Google Gemini app finally adds lock screen widgets on iPhone
Google is making another play to get iPhone users to turn to its AI instead of ChatGPT for their assistant needs. The latest update for …
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Extreme heat might actually cause people to age faster
We all know that extreme heat can be uncomfortable, draining, and even dangerous. However, new research suggests extreme heat exposure might also speed up the …
Gemini Live video and screen sharing will roll out to Android this month
Google is showcasing Gemini Live video and screen sharing at MWC 2025 this week, with plans to roll out the Project Astra-powered capabilities to Android …
A Texas town just grounded Amazon’s delivery drones
Turns out not everyone was happy with Amazon’s attempts to launch delivery drones. In fact, College Station, a university town with roughly 125,000 residents, has …
This robot made of pig gelatin biodegrades when it’s no longer useful
Robotic technology is advancing rapidly, and researchers are exploring new ways to make robots more functional and environmentally friendly. One breakthrough comes from scientists at …
Researchers experimenting with reversing time discovered something surprising
We live under the assumption that time flows in one direction—past to present to future. You wake up, drink your coffee, scroll on your phone, …
These are the most earthquake-prone cities in the world
Some cities sit atop fault lines, where the earth shifts unpredictably, turning daily life into a waiting game for the next major quake. While seismic …
You won’t believe this stunning Andromeda galaxy photo was taken from someone’s backyard
For decades, capturing detailed images of galaxies beyond the Milky Way has felt like the exclusive domain of high-powered space telescopes like Hubble and the …
Most common eye colors: What percentage of people have each one?
Have you ever locked eyes with someone and wondered how rare their eye color is? While some people have striking blues or deep greens, the …
The ISS might have too few germs, new study claims
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) live in a pristine, high-tech environment designed for survival in the harsh conditions of space. However, new research …
Microsoft Copilot is helping people pirate Windows 11
Windows 11 pirates have found quite the unlikely ally in Microsoft Copilot. While I’m not going to share the exact method or anything—because you really …
Why do only some of us remember our dreams? Science has the answer
Have you ever woken up with vivid memories of a dream, only for them to fade within minutes? Or perhaps you rarely remember your dreams …
Here’s what happened when AI took a Rorschach test
There are so many interesting things happening in the world of AI right now. For starters, some are saying that AI like ChatGPT is already …
This Windows app is like File Explorer on steroids
File Explorer is the default app for managing files on Windows. Despite improvements over the years, it has remained a frustrating tool to use because …
Mice were observed giving first aid to resuscitate other mice
When we think of animals providing care to one another, species like chimpanzees or dolphins are usually the ones that come to mind. However, new …
Put your smartphone down for this long to improve your mood, study says
If you find yourself mindlessly scrolling through social media, shopping apps, or news feeds late into the night, you’re not alone. Smartphones have become an …
The city-killer asteroid’s chances of striking Earth just dropped to zero
Astronomers have had their eyes locked on Asteroid 2024 YR4, a space rock hurtling through the cosmos with a trajectory that initially suggested a slim—but …
AI deep-learning models show us how the brain evolved over 320M years
The human brain is one of the most complex structures in nature, but the brain’s origins stretch back hundreds of millions of years. A new …
This crazy flying car may enter production as soon as this year
The future of transportation is getting a serious upgrade, and it’s happening faster than you might think. Among sleek electric cars and futuristic tech at …
Scientists finally figured out why polar bears don’t freeze in the Arctic
Polar bears are the ultimate survivors of the Arctic, thriving in temperatures as low as -40 degrees Celsius and frequently diving into the freezing waters …
New study claims our solar system is home to millions of interstellar objects
Our solar system may not be as isolated as we once thought. According to a new study, more than 1 million interstellar objects could be …
China’s crazy levitating train took a big step toward becoming a reality
China’s push for high-speed transportation has taken a major leap forward with its experimental T-Flight maglev train. Designed to reach record-breaking speeds, this levitating train …
Horrifying black seadevil fish seen in first-ever clear daytime video
The deep sea is home to some of the most bizarre and horrifying creatures on Earth, but one of these elusive predators recently made a …
This is how most life on Earth will end
For now, life thrives on our oxygen-rich planet. But Earth’s atmosphere won’t always be so welcoming. In fact, scientists predict that Earth will eventually undergo …
Researchers discover how to convert harmful emissions into ‘miracle’ material graphene
Methane is one of the most dangerous greenhouse gases, trapping heat 84 times more effectively than carbon dioxide. It seeps into the atmosphere from landfills, …
Scientists observed violent titanium rainstorms on an alien world
Some exoplanets are scorching hot, while others have supersonic winds. But the latest target of the ESO’s Very Large Telescope (VLT), WASP-121b? Well, this exoplanet …
You have to pay for Windows Notepad if you want to use AI
If you thought Windows’ humble, no-frills text editor would remain untouched by Microsoft’s never-ending quest to monetize things, think again. The company dropped AI features …
I’m pretty sure the iPhone 16e is just Apple’s take on the Galaxy FE
For years, Apple has prided itself on setting the industry standard. Yet with the iPhone 16e, it seems the company is taking yet another page …
Oceans on Earth may have all been green for eons before they turned blue
When we look at Earth from space today, we see a pale blue dot—a planet dominated by vast oceans that shimmer under the sunlight. But …
This city-killer asteroid’s chance of hitting Earth in 2032 keeps rising
NASA has been keeping a close eye on Asteroid 2024 YR4, a city-killer asteroid that could slam into Earth in 2032. The chance of impact? …
