Neutrinos are tiny particles that barely interact with anything. They are everywhere, but we know very little about them. Scientists have long thought there might be more types of neutrinos than the three we know. But recent experiments have left them scratching their heads. Two new studies, publis
Optic neuritis (ON) is an inflammation of the optic nerve. It is often linked to autoimmune issues. But does it also raise the risk of heart problems? A recent study looked into this. Researchers used data from Korea's National Health Insurance Service. They studied 15, 587 people with ON and compa
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for a swift overhaul of supervisory boards in the defence sector. This move comes after a major corruption scandal that has shaken the country. The scandal involves allegations of a $100-million kickback scheme, with senior energy officials and a fo
Europe is making a bold move in space. The European Space Agency (ESA) just got a massive budget boost. This is big news. The agency's member states agreed to a record-breaking budget of nearly 22. 1 billion Euros. This money will cover the next three years, from 2026 to 2028. It's a big jump from t
AI is not just about taking jobs away. It's also helping small businesses grow and create new opportunities. A recent study by LinkedIn shows that many small businesses are using AI to do everyday tasks, like writing emails and finding information. They're also using it for more complex things, like
In San Rafael, a home decor business is making a big move. The Still Collective has taken over a large former FedEx building. This space is much bigger than their current one. They will now have 28, 500 square feet to work with. That's a lot more room than their current 6, 400 square feet. The comp
People often talk about how staying active can help keep the mind sharp. But what does science say about this? A study looked into how physical and mental activities might affect the brain over time. The focus was on older adults who did not have dementia. The study wanted to see if these activities
Imagine a world where robots handle the boring tasks in space. That is what Ethan Barajas and Jamie Palmer are aiming for. Their company, Icarus Robotics, is creating robots to take over routine jobs on the International Space Station. This way, astronauts can focus on important research. The space
Slovakia's government is making big changes to how it protects people who speak up about wrongdoing. They want to shut down the current Whistleblower Protection Office (UOO) and create a new one. The government says the old office was misused for political reasons. They claim the new office will do
In the hunt for new ways to tackle Alzheimer's disease, scientists are turning to an unlikely source: fungi from the ocean. Alzheimer's is a tough nut to crack. It's a brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. Right now, there's no cure. But researchers are digging into the pote
