Melting Arctic ice could unleash deadly waves of ancient viruses
Scientists say that melting permafrost has the potential to unleash viruses and bacteria that have been dormant for tens or even hundreds of thousands of …
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This is terrible news if you hoped we might soon put the coronavirus pandemic behind us
Coronavirus vaccine candidates have produced results in clinical trials that suggest immunity can be acquired via inoculation. However, a series of recent studies suggest that …
Penguins can fire their poop cannons over four feet
Researchers in Japan have re-examined previous research into the dynamics of penguin pooping, focusing on maximum firing distance and pressure. The scientists say that penguins …
One asymptomatic carrier rode an elevator alone, then 70 people got COVID-19
The coronavirus can spread through the air and on surfaces, even though the main source of COVID-19 transmission is via droplets. Both asymptomatic carriers and …
This stunning galaxy is leaving us in its dust
The Hubble Space Telescope, operated by NASA and the ESA, captured an image of the galaxy NGC 7513, which is currently speeding away from Earth …
China reports suspected case of bubonic plague, warns of ‘epidemic’ risk
China has confirmed a case of bubonic plague in the city of Bayannur in Inner Mongolia. Bubonic plague was the disease that caused the Black …
A massive fireball appeared over Tokyo, and we have the video
A space rock entered Earth’s atmosphere over Tokyo, producing a brilliant flash and a loud sonic boom. The incident was captured on video, showing the …
The list of dangerous hand sanitizers you should avoid just got longer
Last week, the FDA added five new products to its list of hand sanitizers that contain or could potentially contain the toxic substance methanol. If …
Brain-destroying amoeba infects Florida man
A rare brain-eating amoeba infection has been recorded in Florida. The infection is typically fatal and is rarely seen in the United States, where only …
As coronavirus cases surge, doctor explains why the US is losing the coronavirus war
The number of new coronavirus cases in the United States is skyrocketing. The U.S. last Thursday saw more than 55,000 new infections. Hospitals in some …
This massive ice lake on Mars will take your breath away
The ESA’s Mars Express orbiter captured images of a massive crater lake on the planet’s North Pole. Using data gathered by the mission, the ESA …
239 researchers want WHO to acknowledge the worst thing about coronavirus
The novel coronavirus spreads mainly through the air, according to extensive research from 239 scientists in 32 different countries. The researchers are urging the World …
How Dr. Fauci protects himself against the coronavirus
Dr. Anthony Fauci offered various coronavirus prevention tips in a new interview, explaining how he has been reducing his own risk of infection. The nation’s …
NASA’s SLS rocket tore open like a tin can
NASA destroyed its pricey Space Launch System rocket during testing, but it was totally planned. The space agency has to push hardware beyond its limits …
This is the good coronavirus news the world needs right now
The coronavirus death rate for severe COVID-19 patients who require ventilation is lower than initially believed. The data shows that patients who end up on …
You can hire this UV-blasting robot to destroy coronavirus for you
A UV-blasting robot can disinfect entire rooms and deactivate coronavirus on surfaces. The robots are built by a company in Texas, and are available to …
The Moon is totally metal
New readings from NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter reveal that the metal content within lunar craters is significantly higher than on the surface. The findings could …
Hubble just snapped one of its greatest images ever
The Hubble Space Telescope captured an image of a distant galaxy called NGC 2775 that sits 67 million light-years from Earth. The galaxy is packed …
This is the worst coronavirus mistake you can make
The best possible coronavirus tip comes from a doctor who warns that the worst mistake you could make during the pandemic is to share your …
Anti-science content is thriving on Facebook right now
The coronavirus pandemic is continuing to worsen around the US, with several states posting record daily increases in new cases this week, while many also …
Fauci says a new coronavirus mutation may have made it more infectious
A coronavirus mutation may have made the virus more contagious than the initial strains, Dr. Anthony Fauci said during a new interview. The nation’s top …
Finally, some good coronavirus news after a horrible week
Former FDA commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb gave a much-needed coronavirus update during an appearance on CNBC this week — a week in which the bad …
Yet another sign that the Texas coronavirus outbreak is completely out of control
Health experts are hopeful that schools will be able to reopen in the fall, but hundreds of children at daycare centers in Texas have been …
NASA is moving perilously close to the end of the Mars launch window
Following two earlier delays that pushed the launch of NASA’s new Mars rover Perseverance back by several days, the launch has been delayed yet again. …
US hospitals are being overwhelmed by the surge in coronavirus cases
As the number of daily coronavirus cases in the United States continues to rise, hospitals in some states are starting to approach their capacity limits. …
Coronavirus immunity might be even higher than tests show
Immunity to the coronavirus might be even higher than we thought, a new study indicates. COVID-19 survivors who have low antibody counts could still mount …
GPS III isn’t fully operational yet, but when it is, it’ll be great
The GPS III satellite armada will eventually make our GPS technology more accurate, but we’re not quite there yet. Just three satellites have been launched …
If you have to travel, these are 2 states to avoid because of coronavirus surges
Anyone who wants the most comprehensive US-focused coronavirus update right now could do a lot worse than to check out this new interactive map that’s …
Fireworks won’t be the only reason to watch the skies on July 4th
A faint eclipse will happen on the night of July 4th for those in the Americas and small sections of Africa, Spain, and Portugal. The …
Russia’s new super-weapons might be leaking radiation
Radiation levels over northern Europe are rising and nobody knows the source. The direction of the radioactive particles indicates Russia may be involved, but the …
