Here’s how scientists know the novel coronavirus wasn’t made in a lab
The origin of the novel coronavirus pandemic is the subject of conspiracy theories that circulate on social media claiming that the virus was created in …
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Researchers think they know which coronavirus symptoms lead to severe respiratory complications
Can coronavirus symptoms predict whether a patient will develop a severe case of COVID-19? A new study says that’s precisely the case, providing six different …
Volcanos still rule the surface of Venus
The surface of Venus is covered in coronae that are still active today. Vast fields of lava may regularly erupt, spewing liquid rock over vast …
Opening schools back up could lead to a massive spike in new coronavirus cases
A new study finds that children above the age of 10 can transmit the coronavirus just as easily as adults. The study is timely given …
SpaceX is about to launch a new satellite, and you can watch it live
SpaceX is launching a military satellite for South Korea today, and it will be live streaming the entire event. SpaceX is a little bit behind …
This is the encouraging coronavirus vaccine news we wanted to hear
120,000 volunteers will be needed to test a range of coronavirus vaccines. To date, approximately 107,000 Americans have indicated a willingness to test potential vaccine …
The CDC just made coronavirus self-isolation slightly less terrible
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated guidance last Friday for coronavirus patients who are self-isolating at home as they recover. The …
Russia isn’t keen on Artemis, sides with China for Moon exploration
Russia’s space agency has publicly stated it has no interest in participating in NASA’s Artemis missions that would eventually return humans to the lunar surface. …
New coronavirus breakthrough might be the game-changing treatment we need
A coronavirus treatment involving nebulizers that can deliver aerosols directly to the lungs of infected COVID-19 patients is seen as a significant breakthrough that could …
A Mars mission just launched, but it’s not from NASA
A Mars mission from the UAE just launched to the Red Planet. The Hope Probe will orbit Mars for a full Martian year, studying the …
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 …
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. …
