Science & Technology

An international team of researchers and astronomers has discovered three potential “super-Earth” exoplanets orbiting a nearby orange dwarf star, according to a report from the University of St Andrews. These exoplanets are located around Star HD 48948, which is approximately…

The James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled unexpected features in Jupiter’s upper atmosphere, Anadolu Agency reported today citing the European Space Agency (ESA). Previously thought to be unremarkable, the region around the iconic Great Red Spot shows intricate structures like…

Researchers at Michigan State University have discovered a surprising talent in honeybees – the ability to detect lung cancer through scent, Science News reported yesterday. By studying the electrical activity in bee brains, scientists were able to distinguish between healthy…

A new UK clinical trial has shown that an innovative implantable device cam reduce the frequency and intensity of seizures in children with severe epilepsy by 80%. This rechargeable device is attached to the skull and provides continuous electrical stimulation…

A recent study published in arXiv preprint warns of a looming data shortage for AI by 2026, Khaama Press reported yesterday. AI models, hungry for vast amounts of text data, could exhaust all high-quality online information within two years. This…

Scientists have identified a new genetic cause of obesity. People with a variant of the SMIM1 gene tend to burn less energy at rest, leading to weight gain. This variant is linked to a rare blood group (Vel-negative), affecting roughly…

Swedish scientists have recently created the world’s first ‘living computer’ that is made out of human brain tissue, the Daily Mail reported. According to the report, the computer composes of 16 organoids, or clumps of brain cells that were grown…

A 30-year study has found that eating ultraprocessed foods is associated with an early risk of death, emphasizing that different foods have different impacts. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, ultraprocessed foods are those that contain ingredients “never or…

Doctors have issued an urgent warning about the consumption of energy drinks, highlighting their potential link to serious health conditions, The Independent reported. The beverages, known for their high levels of caffeine and sugar, are popular among individuals looking to…

Scientists have developed a fluorescent dye that adheres to cancer cells, enabling surgeons to see and remove tiny cancerous tissues invisible to the naked eye, the Guardian reported. This breakthrough, created by researchers at the University of Oxford and ImaginAb…