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Hubble just observed something ultra-rare — an ultra-massive white dwarf star formed from a white dwarf merging with another star, instead of the usual process of white dwarf formation. Findings from this study raise questions about the origin of the currently known white dwarfs.

Nicole Ayers, a NASA astronaut, caught a spectacular moment on camera. From the International Space Station (ISS), the astronaut captured a rare form of Transient Luminous Event (TLE) called a gigantic jet.

Artificial intelligence managed to observe, for the first time, a star exploding during its encounter with a black hole. And this is a major advance for the field of astronomy and AI.

A space probe has been sent into space with the aim of discovering potential traces of life on Jupiter's satellites. But we will need to be patient, because his journey has only just begun.

In the latest brain-computer interface breakthrough, researchers have developed a system that can analyze and output a person's internal thoughts. They didn't do this without raising privacy concerns, even as they say they have put some safeguards in place.

A team of Harvard-led researchers has successfully levitated a tiny device using only light, a breakthrough in photophoretic flight that could enable swarms of low-power sensors for exploration of the upper atmosphere.

Space exploration continues to gain momentum, and many people want to travel to other star systems. And to meet this need, researchers have designed the ideal spaceship for such missions.

A team of researchers at the Harbin Engineering University has created a soft, fish-like robot that can swim with the power of seawater. This allows the robot to withstand the high pressures; the kind you find at the deepest parts of the oceans.

A number of smartwatch and smartwatch-like wearables boast stress-tracking technology as part of their health-tech bragging rights. It might not live up to the hype, however, according to new research. It claims to have found that a certain fitness tracker was unable to accurately track stress over the course of a reasonably large-scale, long-term study.

A team of astronomers used NASA's IXPE to measure X-rays from black hole IGR J17091-3624, also known as the Heartbeat Black Hole. The results challenge what we currently know about black holes and their interaction with their surroundings.

A team of students from the University of Calgary has built a SmallSat and are looking to launch it into the Earth's orbit early 2026. The satellite is expected to orbit the earth at a distance of about 317 miles (510 kilometers) for a total of 10 years.

In a recent first-in-human study, a man with type 1 diabetes successfully received a transplant of gene-edited islet cells. The cells, which were engineered to evade his immune system now enable him to produce insulin without the need for immune-suppressing drugs.

PQShield expands post-quantum cryptography hardware with UltraPQ-Suite and PQPlatform-TrustSys, building on its 2024 NIST-approved silicon debut.

A robot antelope equipped with AI has recently been deployed in the Hoh Xil Nature Reserve. Designed to blend seamlessly into real herds, it collects vital data to aid in the protection of the endangered Tibetan antelope.

A team of astronomers has discovered a black hole that possibly dates back as early as 13.3 billion years ago — only 500 million years after the Big Bang. This discovery could provide insight into the early universe and the formation of black holes.

Interim director Sean Duffy announced that the plan is on a fast track and by 2030, a reactor is expected to be deployed. The expected capacity was more than doubled from the original plan.

ESA’s Hera, on a mission to advance planetary defense techniques, successfully passed two tests on short notice. The spacecraft captured images of two asteroids — (1126) Otero and (18805) Kellyday — on separate occasions, demonstrating its ability to quickly identify faint, distant space objects — an essential ability for planetary defense missions.

Greenland’s most active glacier releases more than 300,000 gallons (1,136 cubic meters) of fresh water into the sea every second during peak summer melt. Scientists, using a supercomputer-driven ocean ecosystem model, have discovered that this water helps pull up nutrients that could support a major part of the ecosystem, especially during times of supposed nutrient depletion.

The newly approved Vizz eye drops from Lenz Therapeutics could spare many people with presbyopia from needing reading glasses. They reportedly last up to 10 hours, improving near vision without affecting distance vision.

Engineers at RMIT University say they have developed a new type of 3D-printed titanium that is about a third cheaper and much stronger than standard alloys. This breakthrough could impact many fields — from aerospace to medicine.

A new study has found that the way potatoes are prepared is a major factor in their link to type 2 diabetes. The study showed that eating three servings of french fries per week is associated with a 20% increased risk of developing the disease. But eating similar amounts of potatoes that were boiled, baked, or mashed did not have the same effect.

NASA, using the James Webb Space Telescope, found strong evidence of a giant planet orbiting a star in the stellar system closest to Earth’s Sun. These findings could transform what we know about Alpha Centauri.

3I/ATLAS, a recently discovered comet, has captured the interest of astronomers. Now, Hubble has delivered the clearest image yet, adding flesh to our understanding of this interstellar visitor.

A new, large-scale modeling study from MIT shows that dynamically controlling vehicle speeds to smooth out traffic flow at intersections could cut carbon emissions by up to 22% without slowing down traffic.

“The Harvest Goddess Thrives” mission has launched into orbit, carried by an Electron rocket. The satellite joins a constellation of satellites that can enhance several sectors, including economics, agriculture, and security.

Unitree Robotics has unveiled their new robot dog, the A2 Stellar Hunter. It is smarter, stronger and faster than its predecessor. The launch video showcases the A2 both dancing and pulling heavy loads.

Casio’s Moflin combines artificial intelligence with lifelike emotional responses. This soft, furry companion reacts uniquely to touch, voice and proximity, gradually developing its own personality – much like Furbies did over two decades ago, but with more advanced capabilities.

Although the home is a place where we feel safe on a daily basis, there is an invisible but very real danger that we breathe in every day. And measures must be taken to limit its impact on our health.

MetOp-SG-A1, now sealed inside the rocket fairing, is almost ready for liftoff. The satellite hosts six instruments that will provide advanced weather forecasting, monitor air pollutants, and more.

Performing stunts is nothing new for YouTubers. They perform stunts for different reasons — from seeking virality to pursuing a cause. The latter is the case for MrBeast with his recent stunt, as he is seeking to raise $40 million to provide clean water to 2 billion people.

In a new development, researchers have used an AI model to discover molecules that make plastics about four times tougher. This discovery holds the potential for longer-lasting materials, which will help reduce plastic waste.

Using a 107-year-old specimen, researchers have managed to digitally reconstruct the genome of the 1918 Spanish Flu Virus, revealing it was well-adapted to humans from the very beginning of the outbreak.

The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope has captured a detailed image of the Tarantula Nebula, revealing intricate structures within the stellar nursery’s dusty clouds. The image has been chosen as the Hubble Picture of the Week.

NASA's Lunar Trailblazer, which was set to map the Moon's water in unprecedented detail, ended without accomplishing its aim. After the mission operators lost contact with Lunar Trailblazer, the spacecraft wandered too far away to be recovered.

On July 26, an Ohio couple welcomed a baby boy from a frozen embryo that was conceived back in 1994 — nearly 31 years ago. The embryo was in storage for 11,148 days, beating the previous record of 10,905 days.

Biotech company 4DMT is testing a gene therapy that can remove the burden of regular eye injections in patients with diabetic macular edema (DME). The therapy is showing encouraging results, and it could be the next big thing in eye care.

In a recent study, a team of MIT neuroscientists has discovered that the brain has dedicated regions for processing solid “things” like a ball and flowing “stuff” like water. This finding could inspire the development of robots that have better understanding of their environment.

CheckMag Over the next decade, these five transformative tech fields are poised to reshape human society and AI is at the center of all. The possibilities are staggering and humankind could solve pressing issues related to climate change and an array of diseases, including aging itself.

Generative AI isn't really replacing simple, manual tasks. Instead, AI automation is primarily affecting traditional knowledge-based jobs, according to a nine-month analysis of real-world user interactions with Bing Copilot.

When it comes to the mundane tasks humanoid robots might handle for us soon, the possibilities are broad. Doing laundry is probably high on many people's wish lists. Figure 02 shows a glimpse of how this could look in a video shared on X.

A Sandia Labs researcher has proposed using idle heliostat mirrors at night to detect asteroids and lost spacecraft by tracking frequency shifts in reflected starlight instead of using traditional imaging.

The much-anticipated Perseids shower will not be as enjoyable this year, thanks to an 84-percent-full moon on its peak night. Stargazers may be left with only a few bright meteors for viewing pleasure.

Plastics are now tied to serious health effects across all stages of life, from developmental damage in infants to cancer risks in adults. Yet as global talks move toward a plastics treaty to curb production and protect public health, petrochemical lobbyists are working to weaken or delay any binding action.

After bad weather conditions scrubbed its first launch attempt, Crew-11 has finally arrived at the International Space Station (ISS), marking a start to the long-duration multi-purpose mission aboard the orbital outpost.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has taken a look at the Hubble Ultra Deep Field — one of the most iconic regions of the sky. The resulting image, showing thousands of distant galaxies, can help astronomers study how galaxies formed and evolved over billions of years.

Researchers at MIT say they have created the first provably efficient algorithm for training AI to understand symmetry in data, a breakthrough that could lead to more powerful and accurate models for scientific discovery.

In a first-in-human trial, UCLA scientists have shown that a tandem therapy using engineered stem cells can create a renewable source of cancer-fighting T cells that show no signs of exhaustion, a key limitation of current treatments.

NASA recently installed a powerful “sunblock” on the Roman Space Telescope. This shield has an astounding ability to protect the telescope from the Sun's heat and light. The outside of the shield can get to be hot enough to boil water, while the inside will be cooler than Antarctica’s harshest winter.

A European Starling named “The Mouth” has successfully replicated a spectrogram image using its voice alone, effectively demonstrating a form of acoustic data transfer. Captured using a 192kHz/32-bit ultrasonic recording setup, the bird reproduced a synthetic audio file encoding a visual shape, highlighting the precision of avian vocal mimicry and the potential for biological sound-based storage.

Inspired by the remora fish, MIT researchers have created a novel adhesive device that can stick to wet, soft surfaces, promising a non-invasive technology for delivering drugs inside the stomach, monitoring diseases like acid reflux, and tracking marine life.