Did you know that astronauts heading to the Moon for NASA's Artemis missions need special boots? Why? Because the Moon's poles are super cold, reaching temperatures as low as -369°F (-223°C)! That's way colder than the equatorial regions where the Apollo missions landed. The extreme temperatures mea
NASA astronaut Don Pettit recently snapped a photo from the International Space Station (ISS) that shows something quite fascinating. The Betsiboka River estuary in Madagascar, when seen from 250 miles above Earth, looks a lot like the tiny blood vessels in the back of our eyes, known as the retina.
Imagine you're on an automated shuttle, zipping through the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. From July to December 2023, researchers were watching how well these shuttles handled their routes. They collected lots of data, like GPS information, disengagement records (when the shuttle hands
The internet is buzzing with claims about "autism detox treatments, " promising to remove heavy metals and reverse autism diagnoses. These products, often made with zeolite, are targeted at kids and come in forms like tinctures and sprays. The FDA isn't buying it—they warn that these treatments aren
Ever wondered who science thinks is the most beautiful supermodel? Dr. Julian De Silva, a London-based facial cosmetic surgeon, used the "Greek Golden Ratio of Beauty" to find out. This ratio measures facial symmetry and classically beautiful features. He ranked supermodels at the height of their fa
In India, figuring out why people die on a large scale is a big deal. One way to do this is called Verbal Autopsy, or VA for short. It's like a interview to find out what happened to someone who passed away. The World Health Organization just updated their tool for this, called the Verbal Autopsy In
Imagine being stuck in space for over seven months. That's the reality for some NASA astronauts, who finally got a chance to step outside for a spacewalk. Astronaut Suni Williams, the commander of the International Space Station, ventured out on a spacewalk on January 16, 2025. She and her fellow as
This winter, the United States is dealing with a unique challenge – a "quademic" of flu, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and norovirus. While the first three affect the respiratory system, norovirus causes nasty stomach issues. Experts are concerned because norovirus is particularly vic
Meet Michelle Mack, a 54-year-old Californian woman who orchestrated a clever but illegal beauty product theft scheme. She admitted to stealing millions from stores like Ulta and Sephora. Now, she's on the hook to pay $3 million in restitution to these retailers. To make matters worse, her fancy hom
Imagine a place where your dream car isn't just parked, but lives in style. That's what Maranello, a luxury auto garages company, is bringing to Plano. They're building a unique facility just for sports car owners, set to break ground soon. These aren't your typical garages; they're "condos" ranging
