Webb telescope probably didn"t find life on an exoplanet—yet
Recent reports of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope finding signs of life on a distant planet understandably sparked excitement. A new study challenges this finding, but also outlines how the telescope might verify the presence of the life-produced g.....»»
It"s hard to find fossil skin, but a rare discovery reveals clues about the evolution from water to land
Fossilized skin and other soft tissues are exceedingly rare, and it is only under special conditions that these rarest of fossils are preserved......»»
Tested: Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15 over-delivers – with the usual pros & cons
The Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15 is the latest iteration of a product the company has been offering for around a decade now. The battery case claims to extend the battery life of an iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro Max by 50% – but.....»»
Researchers find RNA editing sites likely play a more significant role in genetic disease
New findings by University at Buffalo researchers reveal that RNA editing may play a larger role in human biology and in the development of human disease than has generally been understood......»»
The Unistellar Odyssey smart telescope made me question what stargazing means
The age-old pursuit of looking at the heavens is finally getting an upgrade. Enlarge / The Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro and the Unistellar Odyssey Pro. (credit: Tim Stevens) It's been 300 years since Galileo and Isaac Newton sta.....»»
Daily Telescope: See carbon dioxide sublimating on Mars
An amazing photo from an aging spacecraft. A field of sand dunes in the Martian springtime. (credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/University of Arizona) Welcome to the Daily Telescope. There is a little too much darkness in this.....»»
Why even Chrome devotees should give the Arc web browser a shot
Arc and Google Chrome are two excellent web browsers, but which one is best? We’ve compared them on design, features, performance and security to find out......»»
Starless and forever alone: More "rogue" planets discovered
The Euclid space telescope has discovered seven more rogue planets, shining a light on the dark and lonely worlds floating freely through the universe untethered to any star......»»
YouTube Playables gets wider availability — here’s where to find it
YouTube has officially launched Playables, a collection of more than 75 free games that you can play via its mobile app or website......»»
Researchers introduce a planetary inclusion scale to foster broader ethical thinking
Social inclusion and having a sense of belonging with other people are key elements of a good life. However, the fate of humanity is a challenge that extends beyond our social reality. Experiences of belonging and inclusion, understood in a broader s.....»»
Biologists find nanoplastics in developing chicken heart
Nanoplastics can accumulate in developing hearts, according to a study published in Environment International by biologist Meiru Wang from Leiden University. Her research on chicken embryos sheds new light on how these tiny plastic particles pose a t.....»»
Key factors that orchestrate mysterious synchronized coral spawning revealed
Corals play an essential role in ocean ecosystems, and like many organisms, they are under threat from climate change and other human activities. To better protect coral, it's first necessary to understand them, in particular their reproductive life.....»»
Scientists pit primates against smaller-brained mammals to find out who is the smartest forager
Primates, including humans, have larger brains than most other mammals, but why? Scientists searching for the answer have long followed a trail pointing to diet—specifically fruit—as the reason for why primates evolved larger brains......»»
Apple’s WWDC opportunity: why iOS 18 may prove pivotal to taking AI mainstream
AI is everywhere. Tech companies not talking about AI are hard to find. When compared to players leading in this space like OpenAI and Google, Apple is generally seen as being “behind.” But despite AI being everywhere, in many ways it’s also.....»»
Apple’s 256GB 13-inch M2 iPad Air hits all-time low, iPad 10th Gen now $300, Apple Watch Ultra 2 Alpine $714, more
While there are still a number of hangover Memorial Day Apple deals floating around in our massive roundup you’ll find right here, some new offers have popped up this morning as well. First up, we have a straight up $50 price drop on Apple’s new.....»»
Nomad debuts new Apple Find My Tracking Card with MagSafe charging today, here’s our early hands-on impressions
The new Apple Find My-equipped Nomad Tracking Card is making its worldwide debut today. I have talked on end about these slim card-style wallet trackers in the past, posted on social about how much I love them, and now one of our favorite Apple acces.....»»
Apple’s 2024 Beats Pill specs: louder sound, 24 hour battery, Find My, IP67
Apple is preparing to launch its second Beats Pill product since acquiring the audio brand nearly a decade ago. After being bought by Apple in 2014, introduced the Beats Pill+ that sold from 2015 to 2020. While it was discontinued without a replacem.....»»
Scientists uncover a multibillion-year epic written into the chemistry of life
The origin of life on Earth has long been a mystery that has eluded scientists. A key question is how much of the history of life on Earth is lost to time. It is quite common for a single species to "phase out" using a biochemical reaction, and if th.....»»
5 action movie characters I’d hire to be my bodyguard
When your life is in danger, which cinematic heroes would you call on for help? Here are five action movie characters I'd hire to be my bodyguard......»»
Could Martian atmospheric samples teach us more about the red planet than surface samples?
NASA is actively working to return surface samples from Mars in the next few years, which they hope will help us better understand whether ancient life once existed on the red planet's surface billions of years ago. But what about atmospheric samples.....»»
Video: Five new stunning images from Euclid"s Telescope
ESA's Euclid space mission has released five unprecedented new views of the universe. These never-before-seen images demonstrate Euclid's remarkable ability to unravel the secrets of the cosmos......»»