A particle over Utah pointed to a cosmic ray with no apparent origin. Image Credit – Gemini In May 2021, scientists detected one of the most powerful cosmic rays in history in Utah. 1. Amaterasu strikes Earth’s atmosphere and causes a large shower of secondary particles. By 2023, scientists had determined that it was the…
Forget science fiction. The era of AI in warfare has arrived. Israel uses AI systems in Gaza. These systems are capable of identifying potential targets and aiding in the prioritisation of operations. The United States military reportedly used Anthropic’s model, Cloud, which is an AI system designed for various applications, during its operation to kidnap…
[ad_ About 27 million tons of Saharan dust delivers about 22,000 tons of phosphorus to the Amazon annually. Image: NASA In 2015, scientists reported evidence that vast plumes of dust from the Sahara Desert help replenish phosphorus in the Amazon rainforest, linking the world’s largest desert to its largest rainforest in what researchers described as…
NASA’s Space Umbrella Project: Earth’s magnetic field versus solar winds (Image source: NASA) There is a continuous flow of charged particles outward from the Sun. This flow, known as the solar wind, moves through space and reaches Earth every day. When it arrives, it meets the planet’s magnetic field, an invisible field that bends and…
Collagen supplements are not a “quick fix” for wrinkles, according to experts, but they offer “legitimate” benefits. The new research from Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) analyses evidence from 16 reviews and 113 trials involving almost 8,000 patients worldwide. The review found that long-term supplements can improve skin elasticity and hydration and reduce arthritis symptoms, such…
The Moon will turn red in a rare total lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026. This bloody moon coincides with Holi, giving the sky its own festival of colours. In many areas, the moon will already rise bright red, making the eclipse feel like a dramatic start to the evening. For those in the best…
[ad_ It’s difficult to believe that litter covered the London Borough of Brent once more than it does now. Although the gleaming arches of Wembley Stadium are sometimes just steps away, its residential streets are full of filth. Whether it’s a sea of bottles right next to the recycling center, a hollow sofa leaning against…
