This coronavirus study might have you rethinking your next flight
A study shows that coronavirus transmission from asymptomatic carriers is possible. COVID-19 can spread inside an airplane even when precautions are taken, and the study …
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Busted: Android phones from China got caught hiding nasty malware
Android phones made by a Chinese manufacturer and sold for years in Africa came with pre-installed malware that stole users’ data and money. That’s according …
How the University of Arizona stopped a COVID-19 outbreak before it even started
School reopenings during the coronavirus pandemic have generally been disastrous, but the University of Arizona is an example of how it can be done somewhat …
NASA’s Spitzer space telescope spots star factory
NASA’s Spitzer Space Telescope spotted a region of the Milky Way that is building stars at a rapid pace. These so-called “Star Factories” are filled …
CDC highlights 15 surfaces to avoid touching with unwashed hands
With the coronavirus still a serious threat, practicing good hygiene remains as important as ever. In an effort to prevent the coronavirus from spreading, the …
This is how cold the last ice age really was
A new study has revealed what global temperatures were like during the most recent ice age. The research suggests that temperatures were roughly 11 degrees …
A major US city is going back into lockdown today because of COVID-19
One major US city has locked back down again because of the coronavirus. A stay-at-home order is now in effect that covers the Hawaiian island …
The only complete dinosaur skeleton ever discovered has finally been assembled
The only complete dinosaur skeleton ever discovered had been sitting in storage for 160 years before it got the attention it deserved. Over the past …
This $5 coronavirus rapid test might do what the US government couldn’t
Abbott Laboratories has received an Emergency Use Authorization from the FDA for its COVID-19 rapid test that costs $5 and returns results in 15 minutes. …
Doctor blasts CDC after the agency updated its coronavirus testing guidelines
The CDC this week updated its coronavirus testing guidelines to state that asymptomatic individuals do not need to get tested even if they’ve been close …
You won’t believe the crazy way coronavirus aerosols spread through this building
The novel coronavirus can spread via aerosols, a new study explains, whether it’s from saliva droplets ejected during talking or toilet use. The research shows …
Frito-Lay just recalled a bunch of potato chips – here’s the full list
Frito-Lay has been forced to recall a huge number of its potato chip products because they were put in the wrong bags. The recall, which …
As schools reopen, over 74,000 kids tested positive for COVID-19 in two weeks
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association report that 74,160 children in the US tested positive for COVID-19 in two weeks of …
Next-gen iPad Air leak shows a feature never before seen on any iPad or iPhone
Several rumors said a new iPad Air will be released this year with a bigger screen than the previous generation. A brand new leak featuring …
I’m about to start spending more time in Flipboard and less on YouTube – here’s why
On Thursday, the Flipboard news app is rolling out the latest in a series of big changes that the app has unveiled so far in 2020. …
This is the key to ending the coronavirus pandemic – but no one’s even talking about it
The world is anxiously awaiting a cure for covid and dozens of promising therapies are currently being developed by pharmaceutical companies around the world. There …
Best Buy might have leaked the PS5 and Xbox Series X prices
The PS5 and Xbox Series X prices have not been revealed, but Sony has announced gamers that PS5 preorders will start soon. Best Buy’s landing …
Epic Games still pretends it did nothing wrong to ruin Fortnite on iPhone
Fortnite season 4 will not be available on iPhone and Android, as Epic Games isn’t willing to fix the problem it created when it chose …
Obesity might be an even bigger coronavirus risk factor than we thought
Several coronavirus risk factors can lead to COVID-19 complications and death, but obesity might be even more dangerous than we first thought. A new study …
Earthly bacteria survives for years in space, study proves
An experiment has proven that bacteria can survive in the harsh conditions of space for years on end. A Japanese mission placed bacteria pellets in …
Birds may not have to fear wind turbines for much longer
Scientists have determined that by painting one blade of a wind turbine black it can dramatically reduce the number of bird deaths from turbine impacts. …
Doctor lists 5 places she’s avoiding right now because of coronavirus
Despite the fact that coronavirus cases are on the decline in many places, one doctor has revealed that there are still several places she would …
Every free PS4 game coming to PlayStation Plus in September 2020
Sony has announced the free PS4 games that it will be giving away in September. PlayStation Plus subscribers will be able to download PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds …
You can now register for a chance to preorder a PS5 this fall
Sony opened up PS5 preorder registrations on Wednesday for existing customers. In order to sign up for a chance to preorder the PS5, you’ll need …
Man looking for a new cat finds his old one instead
A man who had lost his beloved cat a week prior found him by chance at a local humane society while he was looking for …
Yet another Hollywood director is warning fans – don’t go see ‘Tenet’
Director Christopher Nolan’s Tenet movie has opened internationally, ahead of premiering in a number of US cities starting next month. However, several Hollywood directors — …
Here’s more good news for those who need coronavirus vaccines the most
Another coronavirus vaccine candidate seems to be effective and safe for older adults who were enrolled in a limited study. The results are preliminary, and …
The International Space Station is still leaking
A minor leak has developed on the International Space Station, and NASA officials are still trying to figure out exactly where it is. US astronauts …
9,000 Florida children caught COVID-19 within 15 days of school reopenings
Florida has reported just under 9,000 new COVID-19 cases among children over the last 15 days as schools across the state reopen and resume in-person …
The FDA has now banned nearly 170 toxic hand sanitizer brands – here’s the list
Hand sanitizer sales have skyrocketed in the wake of the coronavirus, but some hand sanitizer brands have proven to be dangerous. The FDA has identified …
