The coronavirus isn’t the only disease we have to worry about now
Efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic have made it easier for other diseases to spread. In places like the Congo, where vaccine …
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China implements ‘wartime’ measures to contain new Beijing coronavirus outbreak
China reported an increasing number of coronavirus cases in Beijing after community transmission was confirmed a few days ago. A patient with fever came to …
New coronavirus mutation might make it even more infectious
The novel coronavirus infection rate has been going up recently, with the global COVID-19 curve climbing to new heights. The World Health Organization said a …
Here’s why coronavirus cases are surging across half the country right now
Is a coronavirus second wave underway around the country right now? It seems so, according to surging numbers of new cases in some states. That’s …
Indian healer who kissed hands to cure coronavirus dies of COVID-19
The coronavirus tips you need for reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission as states reopen are unchanged. Good hygiene, social distancing, and face masks can …
NASA’s New Horizons probe just nailed another ‘first’
NASA’s New Horizons probe was able to help measure the distance between two stars and our home system thanks to its distant location. The probe’s …
As restaurants reopen across the US, scary video shows how quickly coronavirus spreads
Coronavirus restaurant spread should be a huge concern as US states begin to reopen. Studies have shown that spending time indoors with others is a …
An ancient species of crocodile walked on two feet
Researchers have discovered footprints of an ancient species from the crocodile family that walked upright on two legs. These creatures may have looked a bit …
Double lung transplant was the only way to save a young coronavirus survivor
Even if the coronavirus treatment is ultimately effective at neutralizing the pathogen, the lungs of severe COVID-19 survivors could be severely damaged. A young woman …
Another 180 SpaceX Starlink satellites are headed for space
SpaceX is going to launch three Starlink missions in less than three weeks’ time. Nearly 200 Starlink satellites will be carried to Earth orbit over …
China has no idea where one of its latest coronavirus infections came from
The risk of a second wave of coronavirus infections is very real for countries and states that have started reopening. China is one of the …
NASA pushes back Mars 2020 launch date
NASA has been forced to delay the launch of its Mars Perseverance rover mission, but only by a few days. The agency, which promised the …
Scientists spot ‘hot, dense structures’ hiding near Earth’s core
Geophysicists have detected large structures hiding near the boundary between Earth’s mantle and core. These structures, which are areas of surprisingly dense rock, were mapped …
Breakthrough coronavirus drug may treat and even prevent infections
A coronavirus drug breakthrough has been able to both treat and prevent COVID-19 infections in early tests, and it could be a huge development before …
The swirling rocks of Mars are mesmerizing
NASA shows off an area of Mars where the wind has swept away the surface dust and sand to reveal the intricate layers of rock …
Coronavirus lockdowns led to the outbreak of a completely separate disease
A new unfortunate cost associated with the coronavirus lockdowns has emerged, with experts pointing to an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease as being a byproduct of …
Why is this black hole’s heart “beating” so regularly?
Astronomers have rediscovered the heartbeat of a black hole that was first detected back in 2007. The pulsing wave of energy is thought to be …
Terrifying test shows just how quickly viral DNA can spread
The CDC says coronavirus transmission on surfaces isn’t likely, as COVID-19 spreads mainly via droplets. New research showed that surrogate viral DNA placed on a …
NASA’s Viper lunar rover will get its lander from Pittsburgh
NASA just selected a lander to ferry its VIPER rover to the Moon for a water-hunting mission in 2024. The VIPER mission will hunt for …
Most doctors think we should keep wearing coronavirus masks for another year
A survey of 511 doctors reveals that a majority will continue to wear a mask for at least another year. As U.S. cities begin to …
NASA confirms the James Webb telescope will once again miss its date
NASA has officially confirmed the James Webb Space Telescope will miss its expected March 2021 launch date. The telescope, originally expected to launch in 2007 …
The Army is working on a vaccine capable of combating all coronavirus strains
Army scientists are working on a coronavirus vaccine capable of combating all COVID-19 strains. If testing goes well, a coronavirus vaccine could be ready in …
Alien life may thrive on dusty planets, researchers say
Researchers suggest exoplanets with dusty atmospheres may have a better shot at supporting life on their surfaces. Planets with dusty atmospheres may have more stable …
Harvard expert expects another 100,000 coronavirus deaths in the US by September
Coronavirus stats for the United States are still far from reassuring, a Harvard health expert said. Dr. Ashish Jha estimates that America could register 200,000 …
Dr. Fauci delivered more good news about coronavirus vaccines
Three separate coronavirus vaccine Phase 3 trials will run in the US this summer, under government supervision. Dr. Anthony Fauci confirmed that the government will …
Russia’s tone changes regarding SpaceX’s Crew Dragon success
Russia’s space agency and its officials have seemingly grown sour over the accomplishments of SpaceX and the Crew Dragon spacecraft. Comments out of Russia were …
More studies say Trump’s beloved hydroxychloroquine can’t treat coronavirus
More coronavirus hydroxychloroquine study results are coming in, and they all seem to confirm previous research. The virus is not effective at treating COVID-19 patients, …
Study reveals that our eyes suck, so that’s good to know
Human eye power is lacking when it comes to detecting color in our peripheral vision, a new study finds. Tests revealed that many people didn’t …
Coronavirus cases are spiking as states start to reopen
The number of coronavirus infections in some states is rising rapidly. Both Florida and Arizona recently reported new daily records with respect to new coronavirus …
Dr. Fauci just made the WHO look worse than it already did
Dr. Anthony has now weighed in on the World Health Organization’s coronavirus update from Monday, during which one WHO official said that the asymptomatic spread …
