FDA approves key coronavirus test that could significantly speed up results
Sustained coronavirus transmission continues to be a significant problem in several US states, and testing needs to increase so officials can detect new infections as …
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Revolutionary new coronavirus blood test works in just 20 minutes
Coronavirus testing is essential for identifying new cases as fast as possible, but also to help with herd immunity studies and vaccine research going forward. …
Crazy new bacteria feeds on metal, and scientists discovered it by accident
A researcher from Caltech accidentally discovered a metal-eating bacteria after leaving a dirty glass in tap water. The bacteria appear to feed on manganese, creating …
This is why some people don’t believe the official coronavirus numbers
Should coronavirus fatalities be included in the official tally of coronavirus deaths if the victim only died “with” the virus, as opposed to “because of” …
Doctors discovered a new coronavirus symptom that patients didn’t even know they had
Doctors in Spain think they found a new coronavirus symptom that can easily go undiagnosed even in hospitalized patients. A mouth rash, or enanthem, appeared …
Dogs possess an ability that humans can only dream of
A new study reveals that dogs are incredibly good at forging shortcuts in areas that are unfamiliar to them. The impressive ability appears to be …
Fauci really thinks a breakthrough coronavirus drug will be here by fall
Coronavirus vaccines aren’t the only new COVID-19 drugs in advanced testing. A different type of medicine that could have a huge impact on the pandemic …
NASA’s next-gen space telescope delayed for the millionth time
NASA has announced that the James Webb Space Telescope will yet again miss its planned launch date and instead launch in October 2021… maybe. The …
Researchers think a common drug can block the coronavirus from infecting cells
A coronavirus cure or preventive vaccines might not be available right now, but promising drugs are already being tested. On top of that, doctors already …
It’s make-or-break time for SpaceX’s Crew Dragon
NASA has announced that the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft will return to Earth on August 2nd. The capsule, with astronauts Behnken and Hurley aboard, will …
A brand new ‘sea cockroach’ has been discovered, and it’s the stuff of nightmares
A brand new species of giant isopod was discovered in a survey off the coast of Indonesia. There are now 20 species of these creatures …
Ex-Trump official explains why even a coronavirus vaccine might not save us
Few countries, if any, have had a more disastrous response to the novel coronavirus pandemic than the United States, with the Trump administration leading the …
Coronavirus is so bad in 2 states, morgues need refrigerated trucks
Coronavirus cases in the US continue to surge in several states like Florida, Texas, and Arizona to the point where hospitals are starting to get …
Scientists strapped camera rigs to beetles, and it actually works
Scientists developed a tiny backpack with a camera system so small it can be worn by an insect. The camera can relay images and videos …
How a small birthday party turned into a coronavirus infection disaster
The novel coronavirus can spread with incredible ease, especially in enclosed spaces that are poorly ventilated. Several studies, as well as personal accounts, evidence how …
The rest of the US needs to copy the coronavirus response of these states
As the number of coronavirus cases continues to surge around the country, almost everywhere is seeing increases to some degree. Everywhere, that is, except a …
Rivers run orange after copper mine accident in Russia
An abandoned copper mine in Russia has released a huge amount of toxic waste into nearby rivers and lakes. The waste was held in a …
Doctors discover a new coronavirus symptom common in younger adults
Younger adults below the age of 35 are starting to contract the coronavirus at an alarming rate. Doctors are finding that younger patients don’t present …
Post-coronavirus symptoms show that not all recoveries look the same
For some patients, the initial coronavirus symptoms are only the beginning. Surviving COVID-19 doesn’t guarantee a full recovery, and some people will still be experiencing …
Fauci’s latest coronavirus warning is the scariest one yet
Dr. Fauci recently cautioned that the coronavirus could rival the Spanish Flu if people continue to disregard basic safety measures like social distancing and mask-wearing. …
Get ready to see the Sun like you’ve never seen it before
The Solar Orbiter mission was launched in February, but it’s already providing some stunning images of our star. The spacecraft snapped images so detailed that …
Should we create our own alien life in outer space?
NASA is doing everything it can to avoid bringing Earthly organisms to other worlds, but what if we should be doing the opposite? Seeding other …
Get ready for some fantastic news about a coronavirus vaccine
The Oxford vaccine delivers “double defense” against the novel coronavirus, sources familiar with the matter revealed. Oxford’s team will soon publish the results of its …
CDC Director: Coronavirus can be stopped if we follow one rule
CDC Director Robert Redfield says there’s just one thing all Americans should do in order to stop the spread of the coronavirus: Wear a mask. …
We might finally know how old the Moon is
Researchers from the German Aerospace Center say they’ve developed a new numerical model that suggests the Moon is a bit younger than anyone thought. The …
CDC outlines when people who tested positive for COVID-19 can hang out with friends and family again
The CDC details three conditions that must be met before someone who tested positive for the coronavirus can start hanging out with other people. The …
Scientists spot star flung across our galaxy at insane speeds
Researchers using the Hubble Space Telescope identified a star moving at truly incredible speeds. The white dwarf is thought to have partially exploded, sending the …
Huge methane spike is contributing to climate change
Researchers studying global methane levels from 2000 to 2017 have shown a dramatic spike in the amount of gas in our atmosphere. Methane is less …
CDC director just said something terrible that no American wants to hear
With fall about two months away, CDC director Robert Redfield believes the cold weather will usher in “one of the most difficult times in American …
The bubonic plague has reached US shores
The bubonic plague claimed a victim in western Mongolia just a few days after China reported a bubonic case in the Inner Mongolia region. Authorities …
