Jeremy Strong, known for his role in HBO’s “Succession, ” recently got his first Oscar nomination for his performance as Roy Cohn in “The Apprentice. ” The movie tells the story of Donald Trump’s life as a businessman in the ’70s and ’80s. In a statement, Strong called the nomination a “lifelong dre
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
You know those virtual reality gloves that make you feel like you're holding an object? Well, imagine a wearable device that's designed to directly interact with your nerves by mimicking touch. Researchers have created a clever little platform that uses advanced manufacturing techniques to combine c
Ever wondered how we can make our electronic devices even smarter? Well, scientists are exploring a fascinating material called ferroelectric semiconductors. These special materials can change their electrical properties when exposed to certain conditions, like a light switch that turns on and off i
Have you ever thought about whether seeing someone smoke on TV or a computer screen makes you want to grab a cigarette? Well, a recent study has some surprising findings. Researchers showed both smokers and vapers someone using an electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) on a screen. Surprisingly,
This January, a unique celestial event is happening: six planets are visible in the night sky. This planetary get-together isn't a straight line, but they're close together on one side of the sun. Hannah Sparkes, who works at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Florida, calls this a "planetar
At the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), innovation was the name of the game. While some companies went overboard with impractical gadgets, others just repackaged familiar items. Among them, Tessan stood out, winning a SlashGear Innovation Award for their smart designs. Tessan’s debut at CES was
Incredibly, a small twist in super-thin materials can make a big difference in how heat moves through them. Scientists found that rotating layers of materials like molybdenum disulfide, carbon, and boron nitride by just 1 to 4 degrees creates a barrier that hinders heat flow. It's like having a spec
In the heart of Altadena, the Prata family made a crucial decision to stay behind during the massive Eaton Fire. With winds reaching 80 mph, the fire turned into a firestorm, claiming 24 lives in the Los Angeles region. The Pratas played a vital role in their community, offering invaluable informati
