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An illustration showing a star and a planet.

A protostar discovered by astronomers has strange behavior

Astronomers have discovered a young star using the ALMA Observatory, located in the Taurus molecular cloud, about 430 light-years from Earth. But it has a strange behavior that remains unexplained.
Alexis Stegmann, 13 Apr 2026 18:14
An image showing a spiral galaxy.

This distant galaxy has lost 95% of its brightness in less than 20 years

Astronomers have discovered a galaxy located about 10 billion light-years away that has lost 95% of its brightness in less than 20 years. And further studies will need to be conducted to better understand this phenomenon.
Alexis Stegmann, 11 Apr 2026 19:01
An image of the device

Smartwatch-like prototype may one day detect microplastics in the human body

Researchers have developed a low-cost, smartwatch-like device that uses optical sensors to non-invasively detect plastic particles inside the body, potentially eliminating the need for expensive blood tests.
Chibuike Okpara, 08 Apr 2026 21:56
An image showing the Andromeda Galaxy and its satellite galaxies.

A new galaxy has been discovered near the Andromeda Galaxy

Astronomers have recently discovered a dwarf galaxy located near the Andromeda Galaxy. It has a unique composition, and further studies may help scientists better understand the early stages of the universe.
Alexis Stegmann, 08 Apr 2026 17:46
An image showing a comet and its tail.

One of the most important stellar shows of the year won't happen

The comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) will not be visible in the sky in the coming days. Indeed, it did not survive its passage near the Sun. However, other celestial objects may meet a different fate, and new observations could be made.
Alexis Stegmann, 07 Apr 2026 18:58
An artist's illustration showing an exoplanet and a star.

A hot Jupiter has been discovered orbiting a rare star

Thanks to the TESS satellite, astronomers have discovered a hot Jupiter orbiting a rare star in the universe. And further studies will need to be conducted in the future to better understand this stellar system, which remains largely unknown.
Alexis Stegmann, 06 Apr 2026 19:28
Artemis II breaks record for longest journey of mankind in space

Artemis II breaks record for farthest human travel in space

Artemis II breaks the historic record of Apollo 13: After more than half a century, the NASA crew in the Orion spacecraft is traveling further from Earth than any crewed mission in history.
Nicole Dominikowski, 06 Apr 2026 16:47
The maiden flight of the Tianlong-3 on April 3, 2026, has failed.

Setback for China’s SpaceX rival: Tianlong-3 maiden flight fails

The maiden flight of China’s Tianlong-3 has ended in failure. The rocket from private space company Space Pioneer lifted off successfully on April 3, 2026, but did not reach its planned orbit. The debut mission therefore marks a technical setback for one of China’s most ambitious private space projects.
Marius Müller, 06 Apr 2026 15:10
An image showing the Crab Nebula.

The Hubble Space Telescope reveals 25 years of evolution in the Crab Nebula

Astronomers have revealed an image taken by the Hubble Space Telescope showing the evolution of the Crab Nebula over 25 years. And this allows scientists to better understand these structures, which remain very mysterious.
Alexis Stegmann, 05 Apr 2026 17:42
Anthropic

Claude Code cracks FreeBSD within four hours

For about four hours, Nicholas Carlini worked on FreeBSD supported by Anthropic’s Claude. Carlini states that Claude performed a large part of the work autonomously, from identifying the vulnerability to the finished exploit.
Marc Herter, 04 Apr 2026 13:09
Artemis II Crew

NASA relies on Microsoft hardware – and battles Outlook in space

During a mission status press conference, an Outlook glitch provided some lighthearted moments for journalists. Houston confirmed they managed to resolve the issue on the Commander's Surface Pro via remote access—likely marking the longest-distance Remote Desktop session ever established.
Marc Herter, 03 Apr 2026 21:16
An illustration showing numerous asteroids.

Vera C. Rubin Observatory has discovered over 11,000 asteroids in our solar system

Thanks to the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, astronomers have discovered more than 11,000 new asteroids in our solar system and studied 80,000 already known. These discoveries could help identify potential future threats to Earth.
Alexis Stegmann, 03 Apr 2026 18:03
Artemis II start

Artemis II proceeds with Moon flight despite unexpected alarm

The Artemis II crew has reached a decisive milestone and is now on a direct course to the Moon. Despite a worrying computer alarm shortly before engine ignition, the manoeuvre was successfully completed thanks to the ESA Service Module.
Marc Herter, 03 Apr 2026 13:31
An illustration showing the Earth.

New study confirms the presence of unexplained flashes around the Earth in the 1950s

A new study confirms the existence of luminous phenomena observed in the 1950s around the Earth. However, their origin remains unknown, and several hypotheses have been put forward, such as the presence of artificial objects.
Alexis Stegmann, 02 Apr 2026 18:25
An image showing the Lagoon Nebula.

Webb reveals unique details about the W51 star factory

Astronomers have observed W51 with the help of the James Webb Space Telescope and discovered new stars and details about their formation. But further studies are necessary to unravel all the mysteries of this structure.
Alexis Stegmann, 01 Apr 2026 18:10
An artist's illustration showing an exoplanet and its star.

An Earth-sized exoplanet has been discovered near the solar system

Thanks to NASA's TESS satellite, astronomers have discovered an exoplanet orbiting a red dwarf. Located near our solar system, it may be rocky and have an atmosphere. But further studies are needed to better understand it.
Alexis Stegmann, 30 Mar 2026 17:18
Jon L. Noble plays World of Warcraft via a brain-computer interface.

"Pure magic": Jon L. Noble plays World of Warcraft with his thoughts

Jon L. Noble, one of the British participants in Neuralink’s clinical trial, describes his first 100 days with the N1 implant as “science fiction” that has become part of everyday life. Particularly remarkable is his statement that he can now even play World of Warcraft using his thoughts. Golem reported on the case on March 25, referring to Noble’s own X post from March 22.
Marius Müller, 26 Mar 2026 15:33
An artist’s illustration showing an exoplanet in space.

Astronomers discover 118 new exoplanets using AI and NASA’s TESS satellite

Thanks to artificial intelligence and data from the TESS satellite, astronomers have been able to discover new exoplanets in the universe. And this could also help solve one of the greatest mysteries to this day.
Alexis Stegmann, 25 Mar 2026 18:14
An illustration showing a sun and an exoplanet.

These failed stars could merge to form a new star

Astronomers have recently spotted two brown dwarfs, located 1,000 light-years away, that are extremely close together. And they could merge to form a new star, which would change our understanding of these mysterious celestial objects.
Alexis Stegmann, 24 Mar 2026 17:49
An artist's illustration showing the Earth and the Sun.

These 45 exoplanets are most likely to harbor life

Astronomers have recently identified 45 rocky exoplanets, located in the habitable zones of their stars, that could potentially harbor life. And this could help solve an important mystery and change our view of the universe.
Alexis Stegmann, 23 Mar 2026 18:14
An artist's illustration showing Saturn's rings and several moons.

New moons have been discovered orbiting Jupiter and Saturn

Astronomers have discovered new moons orbiting Jupiter and Saturn using powerful telescopes. And the next space missions could also lead to the discovery of other natural satellites around these gas giants.
Alexis Stegmann, 22 Mar 2026 18:01
LG is now producing variable-refresh oxide LCD panels for premium Dell XPS laptops that extend runtimes.

LG begins production of variable-refresh oxide LCD panels for laptops with reduced power consumption

LG has begun production of an LCD panel for laptops capable of variable refresh rates (1 Hz to 120 Hz). The panel uses an unspecified oxide that holds an electrical charge longer than conventional LCD technology and reduces the need to constantly refresh the panel at a high frequency, similar to Sharp IGZO panels.
David Chien, 22 Mar 2026 06:21
A medical syringe

Injectable mini livers show promise as transplant alternative after successful test

MIT engineers have developed a groundbreaking method to inject liver cells alongside protective gel particles, creating functional "satellite livers" that may one day eliminate the need for major transplant surgery.
Chibuike Okpara, 21 Mar 2026 17:36
The new tech in action

Battery-free watches: New tech uses thin films to generate electricity from body heat

Researchers from Seoul National University have engineered a completely flat, wearable power source that forces heat to flow sideways to generate electricity, promising a battery-free future for smart clothing and health monitors.
Chibuike Okpara, 20 Mar 2026 23:54
An artistic image of an arm

Researchers develop fully biodegradable robotic finger

To combat the growing global electronic waste crisis, researchers have developed a highly durable, compostable soft robot that can perform complex tasks and then safely dissolve into nutrient-rich soil for plants.
Chibuike Okpara, 19 Mar 2026 23:19
An artist's impression of an asteroid in the Kuiper belt

A deep crater on Psyche may hold secrets of planetary cores

Asteroid 16 Psyche has continued to be a puzzle to scientists. Nearly 200 years after its discovery, research is ongoing to discover how it was formed and what it contains.
Chibuike Okpara, 19 Mar 2026 17:15
Conceptual image of a DNA helix structure

Innovative test uncovers hidden DNA-damaging chemicals in common cosmetics and food

Researchers have developed a rapid, highly sensitive screening method that detects previously unknown, DNA-altering substances in common products like skin creams, drinking water, and red meat.
Chibuike Okpara, 18 Mar 2026 04:17
A lady waiting for an EV to charge up

First quantum battery prototype could enable instantaneous charging for EVs

Australian researchers have developed a groundbreaking quantum battery that charges faster as it grows larger, although significant technical hurdles remain before it can power everyday devices.
Chibuike Okpara, 18 Mar 2026 01:56
An artist's impression of an asteroid

Analysis shows asteroid Ryugu's sample contains complete set of DNA and RNA ingredients

Research findings on the asteroid 162173 Ryugu show that it contains all the nucleobases in DNA and RNA. This strengthens the idea that asteroids may have delivered vital ingredients for life to the early Earth.
Chibuike Okpara, 17 Mar 2026 23:39
An image of star PicII 503

Astronomers find one of the oldest stars ever, preserving clues from the early universe

Astronomers have discovered a chemically primitive star in the tiny dwarf galaxy Pictor II. This star acts as a cosmic fossil, giving us a glimpse into the chemical signatures of the first generation of stars.
Chibuike Okpara, 17 Mar 2026 22:28
An artist's illustration showing an exoplanet.

Astronomers have discovered a unique exoplanet located about 35 light-years away

Thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have discovered a new exoplanet located about 35 light-years away. And this could lead to the discovery of new worlds in the universe, particularly with the help of new telescopes.
Alexis Stegmann, 17 Mar 2026 17:27
An image of the James Webb Space Telescope

Study explores how “Little Red Dots” may host early organic chemistry

The James Webb Space Telescope has identified "Little Red Dots" (LRDs) compact proto-galaxies harboring disproportionately massive black holes in the early universe. Despite their density, these objects maintain calm, dust-rich environments that may have served as the cosmos' earliest laboratories for complex organic chemistry.
Chibuike Okpara, 17 Mar 2026 16:26
The Australian Telescope Compact Array

Scientists probe the dynamic Cocoon of a nearby pulsar

New observations were conducted on a strange cosmic object called Vela X using the Australia Telescope Compact Array (ATCA). This was done to understand the origin of unusual features inside the nebula.
Chibuike Okpara, 16 Mar 2026 23:49
An illustration showing a rocky exoplanet and a star.

A new rocky super-Earth has been discovered thanks to the TESS satellite

Using data from the TESS satellite, astronomers have discovered a new super-Earth located about 83 light-years from Earth. And with further observations, new planets could be discovered in orbit around the host star.
Alexis Stegmann, 16 Mar 2026 11:34
An image of the Andromeda galaxy

A deep underground detector could uncover the universe’s supernova history

Previously, scientists observed the death of stars by looking at the light from the exploding stars. However, a new method of studying the neutrinos formed has emerged that would observe the collective history of every supernova.
Chibuike Okpara, 16 Mar 2026 01:02
A sample point cloud created by the system

New and compact imaging sensor gives robots 4D vision

By integrating over half a million microscopic components onto a single silicon chip, researchers have created an advanced camera system that maps three-dimensional environments and measures the velocity of moving objects at the same time.
Chibuike Okpara, 15 Mar 2026 23:32
A close up view of a human ear

Natural voice isolation: Scientists reveal how the brain isolates voices in noisy environments

By training an artificial neural network to amplify specific sound features, scientists have uncovered the biological mechanics behind our ability to focus on a single conversation in a crowded space.
Chibuike Okpara, 15 Mar 2026 21:18
An artist's illustration showing the Sun.

Astronomers have discovered new information about the Sun’s origin

Astronomers have created a catalog of more than 6,000 stars and have discovered new information about the origin of our Sun. And this could also help answer some questions about our galaxy, the Milky Way.
Alexis Stegmann, 15 Mar 2026 17:02
The right side view of the Hyundai IONIQ 5

Long-range fast-charging EVs: New battery fully charges in 15 mins at 1,747.6 W/kg

Researchers have developed a molecularly engineered electrolyte with organized electron pathways that solves major safety and charging-speed issues in lithium-metal batteries, allowing them to fully recharge in just 15 minutes.
Chibuike Okpara, 15 Mar 2026 00:45
The Clown faced Nebula as seen by the Hubble Space Telescope

A flash from a distant cosmic collision reveals how the universe forges heavy elements

Researchers have detected a powerful burst of energy likely from the collision of two neutron stars. This is a very important discovery, as it sheds light on how heavy elements are formed and spread through space.
Chibuike Okpara, 14 Mar 2026 12:34
An artist's impression of 3I/ATLAS

New study shows interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is packed with alcohol

A recent study of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has revealed that it contains an unusually high methanol-to-hydrogen-cyanide ratio compared to other comets.
Chibuike Okpara, 14 Mar 2026 00:10
Soyuz TMA-16 launches from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan

Satellite launches and burn-ups are altering Earth’s atmosphere and damaging the ozone layer

A new and pressing environmental concern has surfaced due to the rapid growth of satellite and rocket launches. These satellites later burn up in the sky, introducing pollutants that may affect Earth’s ozone layer and atmospheric chemistry.
Chibuike Okpara, 13 Mar 2026 23:15
A conceptual image depicting the AI system at work

Researchers develop facial AI system to monitor drivers and combat dangerous driving

Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence system that continuously monitors a driver's face to identify alcohol impairment, fatigue, and road rage, offering a hands-free alternative to breathalyzer tests.
Chibuike Okpara, 13 Mar 2026 19:52
The compressorless gas turbine developed by the KIT

Novel hydrogen turbine breaks NASA's record and generates electricity without a compressor

Researchers have successfully powered a revolutionary gas turbine using hydrogen and internal shockwaves, setting a new runtime record and paving the way for highly efficient, carbon-free energy.
Chibuike Okpara, 13 Mar 2026 17:46
An artist's illustration showing a collision between two planets.

Astronomers have discovered a collision between two exoplanets located about 11,000 light-years away

Astronomers recently discovered a collision between two exoplanets in a star system located about 11,000 light-years from Earth. While this is a major breakthrough, it could help to better understand the formation of these structures in the universe.
Alexis Stegmann, 13 Mar 2026 15:40
A conceptual image of a supernova

Astronomers witness the birth of a magnetar inside a supernova for the first time

Astronomers have observed the birth of a magnetar during a supernova explosion for the first time. This supports the theory that superluminous supernovae are powered by magnetars.
Chibuike Okpara, 13 Mar 2026 11:24
A conceptual image of a photonic chip

New light-based computing tech hits 10,000 GHz, over 1,000× faster than today's processors

Researchers have developed a method using extremely short flashes of light to perform logical operations, paving the way for computer processors that could operate thousands of times faster than today's electronics.
Chibuike Okpara, 13 Mar 2026 02:27
An image showing a structure in the universe.

This new VLT image reveals a gas cloud near our galaxy's black hole

The Very Large Telescope has recently allowed astronomers to discover a new gas cloud around the supermassive black hole Sagittarius A*. This discovery also helps to understand the formation of two other clouds located nearby.
Alexis Stegmann, 12 Mar 2026 17:55
A conceptual image of a cosmic explosion

Astronomers find rare hybrid nova 16,000 light-years from Earth

A newly discovered nova is being studied by astronomers. It is a rare type known as a hybrid nova. This discovery will greatly help scientists better understand novae.
Chibuike Okpara, 12 Mar 2026 15:48
An artist's illustration showing a neutron star.

Astronomers have discovered a collision between two neutron stars in a small galaxy

Recently, astronomers have discovered a collision between two neutron stars in an unexpected area of the universe. This event is a first and could help solve two important mysteries surrounding these celestial objects.
Alexis Stegmann, 11 Mar 2026 18:25

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