Science & Technology

Queens of the common eastern bumblebee, a species widespread in eastern North America, can withstand submersion for up to a week when hibernating, the Guardian cited a new study yesterday. With bumblebee queens known to burrow into soil to hibernate,…

Astronomers have found a massive black hole, BH3, in the Milky Way, just 2,000 light years away from the Earth, the Guardian reported in an article yesterday. The celestial body, having 33 times the mass of the Sun, was discovered…

Mali is turning to technological solutions to enhance the use of its local languages, particularly Bambara, which is one of the most spoken languages in the region, the Washington Post reported. In an innovative move for linguistic independence, the Malian…

French-Canadian scientist Michel Sadelain was awarded an “Oscars of Science” prize in Los Angeles on Saturday for his research into genetically modifying immune cells to fight cancer. Sadelain’s scientific work has led to the development of a new form of…

A new study reveals a disturbing link between climate change and stroke deaths. Extreme temperatures, both hot and cold, are contributing to a significant rise in stroke fatalities worldwide. Researchers warn this number will climb as the planet continues to…

Octopuses are at risk of losing vision and facing survival challenges due to rising ocean temperatures, a new study warns. According to an article published in the Guardian yesterday, researchers found that heat stress could lead to impaired eyesight, increased…

The study, which examined rare genetic variants in over 350,000 individuals, has revealed that tubulins, unique proteins responsible for building the internal skeletons of cells, play a significant role in determining hand dominance. These findings challenge common assumptions about the…

According to a recent survey of C-suite executives worldwide, artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to have a profound impact on the job market. A significant proportion of companies anticipate a decrease in their workforce over the next five years as…

The UN General Assembly passed a resolution on Thursday aimed at promoting safe, secure, and trustworthy artificial intelligence for sustainable development, Anadolu Agency reported. Spearheaded by the US, the resolution received overwhelming support from all 193 member states, the article…

North America is set to experience a rare celestial event: a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. This phenomenon occurs when the Sun, Moon, and Earth precisely align, causing the Moon to completely block the Sun’s light for a…