On August 29, 2024, Northrop Grumman's Scaled Composites revealed its new Model 437 drone. This isn't your average drone—it has a cockpit and a pilot. The success of this project has raised questions about the future of manned fighter jets like the F-35. The U. S. Air Force is increasingly intereste
Entrepreneurship is a big deal when it comes to growing economies, but how does it connect with broader aspects beyond just making money? This study takes a close look at how human development and entrepreneurship go hand in hand, and the role that a country’s environment plays in shaping entreprene
Damian Williams, the U. S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, will be leaving his post at the end of his term in December. This news came from the U. S. Attorney’s Office in a recent announcement. Williams has held this prestigious role since 2021, when President Biden appointed him upo
Ever thought about how roofs can affect the air we breathe? Scientists have been exploring how chemicals from asphalt roofs contribute to tiny particles in the air, called secondary organic aerosols (SOAs). These particles can be harmful to our health. A recent study aimed to figure out just how muc
Imagine this: You wake up, ready to start your workday. You open your laptop, only to find that your emails aren't loading, and your team chat is offline. This wasn't just a problem for a few people; it affected millions of users worldwide. Microsoft's services like Outlook and Teams crashed on Mond
Systemic sclerosis (SSc), a mysterious autoimmune condition, has been flummoxing researchers for years. With a complex web of symptoms and complications, it's a real puzzle. Lately, scientists have been taking a close look at how men and women with SSc might be differently affected, especially when
You might not think your gut bacteria have much to do with your bones, right? But recent research is connecting some dots between estrogen, those tiny microbes living in your gut, and a condition called osteoporosis. This isn't just about having strong bones; it's also about how hormones and little
Imagine trying to spot clouds from space using special satellite measurements. This is what scientists did with PARASOL, a satellite that takes pictures from different angles. They used a smart computer program, called a neural network, to find clouds in these pictures. This program was trained on f
You might have heard about SGLT2 inhibitors, a type of medicine used to manage type 2 diabetes. But did you know they can increase the risk of genitourinary tract infections? A recent study dug deep into this topic, focusing on both first-time and recurring infections in patients taking these drugs.
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Advanced Study Institute (ASI) kicked off with a provocative lecture. It sparked discussions on the current debates, the future potential, and the societal impact of cosmology over the next decade and beyond. Cosmologists are eagerly anticipating what di
