A bunch of morons got way too close to the plummeting SpaceX capsule
SpaceX’s Crew Dragon splashed down this weekend in the waters off of Florida, bringing the crew of two astronauts home safely. Unfortunately, some private boaters …
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WHO just reminded us of the worst-case coronavirus scenario
There isn’t any “silver bullet” for stopping coronavirus transmission, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus reminded the world on Monday. Even though several promising vaccine candidates …
If the CDC is right, there are about to be a lot more coronavirus deaths in these 5 states
Coronavirus deaths are going to get a lot worse soon in some parts of the US. That’s according to the US Centers for Disease Control …
One country will start its mass coronavirus vaccination campaign in October
The first coronavirus vaccine will be available to the general public in October in a country that’s developing its own COVID-19 prophylactic. Doctors and teachers …
The FDA has now banned more than 100 hand sanitizers that are potentially deadly
The FDA over the weekend expanded its list of hand sanitizer brands to avoid due to the presence of methanol, a substance that is toxic …
This might be the breakthrough coronavirus cure we’ve been waiting for
A potential coronavirus cure that can reduce recovery time and prevent COVID-19 complications is now in Phase 2/3 testing. The drug is called RLF-100 or …
Kids might have up to 100x more coronavirus in their bodies than adults
A new study looking at potential coronavirus transmission risks in children found that kindergartners younger than 5 had 100 times more viral load in their …
A parasite is turning cicadas into mind-controlled ‘sex zombies’
Researchers have discovered a bizarre fungal parasite that turns cicadas into “sex zombies” to lure others and spread their infection. The pathogen prompts cicadas to …
WHO just gave us the worst possible coronavirus prediction
The coronavirus transmission risk remains high, warned the World Health Organization during a meeting of its emergency committee. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that …
Here’s how Dr. Fauci responds to moronic conspiracy theories
Whether he’s asked about vaccine timetables or a coronavirus conspiracy theory, White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci says he tries to always respond the …
This massive cosmic butterfly is pure galactic eye candy
Astronomers at the European Southern Observatory have captured the most detailed images yet of a planetary nebula that looks like a brightly colored butterfly. The …
Merck to start ‘pivotal’ study of controversial remdesivir alternative in September
Work on coronavirus treatments continues at a rapid pace, with Merck readying several clinical trials for vaccines and an antiviral alternative to remdesivir. Formerly known …
Crew Dragon may have to wait to return to Earth thanks to Mother Nature
NASA and SpaceX are planning to return Crew Dragon to Earth on Sunday after a departure from the ISS on Saturday. A tropical storm now …
Internal CDC document reveals the 10 biggest coronavirus hotspots in the country
An internal CDC document reveals that the majority of coronavirus hotspots in the country are in Florida or Texas. Miami-Dade County in Florida has seen …
Astronomers just spotted ancient stars lurking at the edges of our galaxy
Astronomers have discovered some truly ancient stars hanging around the edges of the Milky Way galaxy. The scientists believe the stars are all that remains …
The US government just spent $2.1 billion on its biggest coronavirus vaccine contract yet
The US government invested $2.1 billion in the development and delivery of 100 million doses of the vaccine candidate from Sanofi and GlaxoSmithKline on Friday. …
Coronavirus denier spent 100 days on life support before a risky procedure saved him
Coronavirus treatment options are still limited since there’s no vaccine available, and no cure that can speed up recovery or reduce complications. Some COVID-19 patients …
Behold the ‘Deadpool’ assassin fly
Researchers discovered a new species of fly that has markings reminiscent of the Marvel character Deadpool. The fly’s official scientific name is Humoralethalis sergius, but …
This might be the best coronavirus vaccine news you’ve ever heard
Several coronavirus vaccine trials have reached the final Phase 3 stage of testing ahead of potential approvals from regulators. Researchers are targeting efficacy of at …
This is the best place on Earth to watch the stars, but it’s freezing
Scientists have pinpointed the best place on the planet to stick a telescope, but you wouldn’t want to live there. The highest ice dome on …
Only rookies make this huge mistake to avoid the coronavirus
All of us know that face masks are a key tool in an individual’s coronavirus prevention strategy — and not even a voluntary one at …
Coronavirus aerosol transmission might be even worse than we think
Coronavirus aerosol spread is a real risk, the World Health Organization said a few weeks ago after more than 200 researchers urged the WHO to …
Federal report lists 21 states where the coronavirus is spreading at an alarming rate
A new federal report has designated 21 states as “red zones” where the coronavirus is spreading at an alarming rate. The report includes a number …
Here’s how long the Perseverance rover could actually live on Mars
NASA’s Mars 2020 mission is slated to last roughly two years, but the Perseverance rover may last a great deal longer. The rover is equipped …
Fauci says coronavirus cases in these 4 states are finally ‘coming back down’
White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci sees hopeful signs that the number of coronavirus cases in particularly hard-hit states is finally starting to improve. …
FDA approves game-changing at-home coronavirus testing initiative
Coronavirus testing at home might soon become a reality, as the FDA has established guidelines for COVID-19 tests that can be self-administered. The tests should …
This new fabric is like wearing an air conditioner
Researchers have developed a new type of fabric that is great at conducting heat while also being breathable and water-resistant. The material is designed to …
New study shows exactly how the coronavirus began to spread outside China
A new study has mapped the coronavirus spread before it became a full-blown pandemic. A team of researchers that included scientists from the CDC concluded …
These cells were dormant for 100 million years, but they’re alive again
Microbes collected from the seafloor that are thought to be up to 101.5 million years old were revived in a lab. The cells were incubated …
Here’s how much coronavirus vaccines might cost
Coronavirus vaccine prices have been revealed or leaked for some of the companies at the forefront of COVID-19 vaccine research. Some pharmaceutical firms are looking …
