Physicists create first room-temperature quantum material
Quantum materials could transform technologies ranging from powerful computers and ultrasecure communications to advanced energy systems. But there has always been one major obstacle.
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Naked mole-rat queens produce an odorous chemical that ensures that only they can reproduce
An international team led by Dr. Gary Lewin, group leader of the Molecular Physiology of Somatosensory Perception lab at the Max Delbrück Center in Berlin, has discovered that the queens of naked mole-rat colonies release a volatile compound called isopropyl myristate, which
Desert dust in Europe is increasing with implications for health and solar energy installations
While particulate matter air pollution from human activity in transportation, households and industry is decreasing in Europe, thanks to strict regulations, another source is developing in the opposite direction: desert dust.
New study pinpoints Europe's most critical wetlands for climate action
Wetlands have shaped human life in Europe since ancient times. These ecosystems provided essential resources and safe havens for plants and animals, and in many regions they also held spiritual and ritual significance. For millennia, wetlands covered vast parts of the European
Healthier, more sustainable diets could reshape global agriculture: New study shows by how much
There is a clear need to shift toward healthier and more sustainable food systems. According to the 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission Report, global adoption of a flexitarian Planetary Health Diet could prevent around 15 million premature adult deaths per year.
Risks of solar storms may be underestimated, warn researchers
The effects of extreme space weather may be larger than previously thought, research in the journal Nature reveals. The paper, titled "Regression to the mean can explain saturation of geomagnetic storms," is led by Dr. Nithin Sivadas of NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center and
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Dating app Hinge adds wingman feature to help singles weed out potential creeps
If you’ve ever enlisted a friend for advice in building your profile, now they can participate directly in the app, responding to prompts with text, photos or videos with details about their favorite memory of you or your best traits.
People overestimate legal protections for dogs, study finds
Most people in the U.K. don't fully understand dog laws in the country and often believe stronger protections exist than actually exist, according to a new University of Stirling study. The research, led by psychologist Sarah Weir of the University's Faculty of Natural Sciences
New process turns mixed plastic waste directly into hydrogen fuel without sorting
Plastic has become a ubiquitous part of modern life—in water bottles, shopping bags and car dashboards. But once discarded, it is among the hardest materials on Earth to recycle. Most recycling processes require plastics to be sorted by type first, a step that is both
The Types of People to Keep Around
Molly Burford, author of Moments to Hold Close , writes list poetry (is that a thing?) about the kinds of people that you want in your life. From Types Of People You Need To Hang On To : The friend who helps you clean your room. Those who are kind to those who can do nothing
Israel kills four people in Gaza, including a child, medics say
By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Mahmoud Issa CAIRO/GAZA July 15 (Reuters) - An Israeli airstrike killed a man, his wife and their six-year-old daughter in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, Palestinian health officials said as talks to advance the U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire deal faltered.
U.S. launches new strikes on Iran as Tehran threatens more shipping disruption
The U.S. military announced a new wave of strikes after it said it hit dozens of military sites along Iran's coastline overnight ■ In response, Iran said it attacked U.S. bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan ■ Trump warned the United States would 'knock out' all of Iran's power
Lithuanian and Latvian leaders warn Russia planning infrastructure attacks on Baltics or Poland
The warnings are the latest in a series of alarms from leaders along NATO's eastern flank who suggest Russia may be trying to test the alliance as the Ukraine war drags on after more than four years.
FCC Moves to End Cap on National Broadcast Ownership
The Federal Communications Commission signaled it will vote on August 6 to repeal the longstanding cap on ownership of TV stations, replacing a limit that keeps owners from controlling stations in more than 39% of markets with a case-by-case review of transactions that might
The Batman Part 2 delayed yet again, now arriving in 2028
The Batman Part 2 was supposed to be out last year. Now, Robert Pattinson's next outing as the Dark Knight will be release in 2028.
Antarctic change drives slowdown of global ocean circulation
New Antarctic research shows the deepest layer of the Southern Ocean is shrinking faster than scientists realized, with the rate of change accelerating over the past decade. This is of worldwide significance because as it sinks and fills up to 40% of the global ocean volume,
Mapping the seafloor: How deep can we go?
Australia's ocean territory is vast and covers an area more than 1.5 times the nation's landmass. Within these waters is a diversity of resources, marine species and habitats. And they're deep. Excluding Antarctic waters, 70% of Australia's ocean territory is deeper than 1,000
Willi Carlisle Announces New Tyler Childers-Produced Album The Universal Bubba: Hear “Mason Jar At The Center Of The World”
The Arkansas country-folk singer-songwriter Willi Carlisle became a Stereogum Artist To Watch on the strength of his 2024 album Critterland , and he followed it with last year's Winged Victory . This year, the prolific Carlisle will drop a new double album with the delightful
George Lucas embraces the dark side by backing AI in filmmaking
During a recent interview, the famous creator of Star Wars argued in favor of generative AI in filmmaking
Elon Musk Could Soon Be in Big Trouble Over His Phony Election Lottery
Elon Musk may have broken the law when he got involved in the 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court election. The Wisconsin Elections Commission referred two complaints to the Brown County district attorney’s office last week, saying that Musk’s promise to hand out $1 million checks to
The hidden skeleton “gatekeeper” inside brain cells could help fight Alzheimer's
Researchers have discovered that a microscopic skeleton inside neurons does much more than hold cells together. It acts as a gatekeeper that controls what brain cells absorb and when they absorb it. When this protective structure weakens, neurons rapidly take in harmful
Special police team to investigate killing of an anti-migrant leader in South Africa
The March and March provincial leader died of his injuries in hospital several days after being shot.
China investigates retired top media censor
BEIJING, July 15 - China's anti-graft watchdog announced investigations on Wednesday into Cai Fuchao, who was in charge of ensuring media coverage aligned with Communist Party doctrine in the 2010s, over \"suspected severe violations of discipline and laws.\"
Hong Kong police raid independent bookstore run by former journalists
The raid is the third conducted on independent booksellers in 2026.
Nirosta Steel, Newly Lauded Arthur Russell Collaborator, Announces New York Concerts
Scottish-born Steven Hall was a fixture of the NYC underground in the '80s. He collaborated closely with Arthur Russell, and after Russell's death, he formed the tribute band Arthur's Landing. But beyond his association with Russell, Hall has been recording music as Nirosta
David Bowie’s Rare Recordings From 1965 With Shel Talmy Will Finally Be Released
“I Want Your Love” shows Bowie playing to the era, which included sessions with Jimmy Page and Nicky Hopkins
How Christian Yoka restored confidence in Congo’s finances
The Republic of Congo’s finance minister has begun to put Brazzaville’s debt back on a more sustainable path. Drawing on his years running the Africa department at the French Development Agency, he has persuaded investors to take another look at the country.
Todd Blanche says he can't meet directly with Epstein victims
"I’m prohibited from meeting directly with them" said the acting attorney general.
‘Alvin and the Chipmunks’ Movie in the Works for Planned 2028 Release
Brian Robbins' Big Shot Pictures has acquired a stake in the franchise that last hit the big screen with 2015's 'Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip.'
Goldman Sachs’ ex-top lawyer tells Congress that Jeffrey Epstein used her
Ruemmler resigned as Goldman's top lawyer earlier this year after previously undisclosed communications with Epstein became public.
Christopher Nolan's the Odyssey is coming to Fortnite
The Oppenheimer director's epic film gets a second video game tie-in, after appearing in Roblox earlier this month
Bessent unveils $1 gold coin featuring Trump image
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday morning unveiled a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Trump to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary. “As America commemorates 250 years of independence, the @usmint will begin striking this new $1 gold coin to
Katherine Clark, No. 2 House Democrat, backs cutting Israel aid
Her support for an amendment poised for a vote Wednesday breaks with Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
The Batman Part II Delayed Again (Again) Until February 2028
WB and DC's long-awaited sequel was originally set to arrive in 2025
