Scientists want to test a solar umbrella that could help fight climate change
Scientists have long looked for ways to turn the tide in our fight against climate change. So far, no matter what ideas they come up …
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A YouTuber just made the world’s most powerful handheld laser
YouTuber Drake Anthony, who goes by “styropyro,” has created what he claims is the world’s strongest handheld laser. According to Anthony, the legal limit of …
This super rare mineral could be the key to unlocking green energy
The future of green energy could be unlocked by a super rare mineral, researchers claim. The mineral in question is jadarite. It resembles kryptonite, the …
macOS Tahoe completely ruins the beloved Finder icon
In the wake of Apple’s WWDC keynote, many people were quick to proclaim that this was one of the more boring WWDCs in recent memory. …
New study claims the world’s oceans are a ‘ticking time bomb’
Our oceans are struggling. From bleaching in the coral reefs to increasing temperatures and rising sea levels, they’ve seen better days. To make matters worse, …
A Google Cloud outage took down half the internet on Thursday
If you’re having issues loading websites or apps, there’s a good chance it has something to do with a massive Google Cloud outage. According to …
This Norwegian city came up with a brilliant way to deal with trash
Bergen, Norway is a beautiful place, but there’s something more lying beneath the surface. The almost thousand-year-old city has become home to one of the …
This is the largest map of the universe ever made, and anyone can explore it
The universe is a big place, and while we’re still unraveling the mysteries of the early universe, the James Webb Space Telescope has given us …
You’re not imagining it: Prime Video shows twice as many ads now
It’s been a year and half since Amazon introduced ads on Prime Video, forcing commercials on anyone who refused to sign up for the ad-free …
The ESA just snapped the first photos of the Sun’s south pole
The European Space Agency has achieved yet another “first” for humankind by capturing the first photos of the Sun’s south pole. These images were captured …
Lab-grown salmon is now being served in a US restaurant
There’s an entirely new world of food developing right in front of us and it comes in the form of lab-grown meats. While we’ve already …
Apple TV+ summer 2025 lineup teased in new sizzle reel
Apple used its WWDC spotlight this week to do more than just talk software. At one point during the keynote, the company also dropped a …
Humpback whales may be trying to communicate with humans
Humpback whales are some of the most intelligent creatures humans have ever had the chance to observe. However, researchers have encountered a bit of a …
Scientists claim the universe could one day implode
The fate of the cosmos may be a bit different than previously expected. For years, scientists have talked about how the universe is always expanding …
iPadOS 26 brings new Mac-like menus and exciting design changes
I’ve been waiting years for Apple to make the iPad more like its laptops and now the company is finally giving the community what it …
Our planet’s oxygen levels will drop, and there’s no way to stop it
It’s no secret that Earth is doomed. Sure, there’s the threat of climate change and the fact that sea levels are rising around the world. …
Astronomers finally figured out how Pluto cools itself
Pluto might be small and distant, but it keeps surprising scientists. After the New Horizons spacecraft zipped past it in 2015, we got our first …
These birds keep teaching themselves new tricks
You might not be able to teach an old dog new tricks, but apparently Australia’s sulphur-crested cockatoos are never too old to teach themselves. New …
Humans nearly went extinct 1 million years ago, but we don’t know why
A study published in 2023 suggests that nearly 1 million years ago, humanity almost ceased to exist. This potential mass extinction event was discovered by …
The 10 biggest streaming TV shows right now are all bangers
A moody detective, a fractured sisterhood, and the lingering presence of a post-apocalypse — this week’s Reelgood Top 10 TV shows list is packed with …
The largest black hole jet ever discovered is three times bigger than the Milky Way
Astronomers have discovered a massive black hole jet that is three times bigger than the Milky Way. The jet is known as Quasar J1601+3102, and …
It’s been millions of years since Earth’s atmosphere had this much CO2
New reports out of the NOAA and Scripps Institution of Oceanography suggest that the carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in Earth’s atmosphere haven’t been this high …
Strawberry Moon: How to watch the lowest full moon since 2006
Skywatchers are in for a special treat this June when the Strawberry Moon makes its annual appearance. But this year’s event comes with a rare …
‘Superorganisms’ were just seen in the wild for the first time ever
For years, scientists have watched nematodes build massive superorganisms in the form of writhing towers. But, they’ve only seen it happen in the lab. Now, …
The science behind why some people can’t handle being in a noisy room
For some people, noisy environments are just too much for their brains to handle. A loud restaurant, a party with friends, or even waiting in …
AI helped design an innovative new cancer treatment plan
Researchers may have come up with an interesting new treatment for cancer by talking to AI. According to a paper published this month, a research …
Scientists invented a lens made of water with adjustable focus
Researchers based out of the Philippines have created a tunable liquid lens system that could be used in classrooms and other low-cost environments. The system …
A 14-year-old created an app that detects heart disease almost instantly
At only 14 years old, Siddarth Nandyala has created a heart disease detection app that can identify early signs of cardiovascular issues in seconds. The …
Meet the world’s most aggressive bird – and no, it isn’t the one you think
When you think of aggressive birds, the ostrich likely comes to mind due to the sheer size of their feet and discourse about their aggression. …
Why you can understand words even if they’re missing vowels
If you spend enough time online, you’re bound to come come across a sentence like this: “Yr brn cn rd wrds wtht vwls.” It looks …
