2025 was a year packed with remarkable scientific events and discoveries. One of the most talked-about events was the emergence of Brood XIV cicadas. These insects, known for their unique 17-year life cycle, captured the attention of many, especially in the Cape and southeastern parts of Massachuset
China has just launched a game-changing AI system that can do science all by itself. This isn't just any AI—it's connected to the country's supercomputers and can handle complex research tasks without much human help. It's a big deal because it shows how AI might change science, security, and the gl
The latest Hubble image of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, processed by SpaceTracker, has revealed some fascinating details. This object, which has been closely watched by astronomers, shows a structure that doesn't fit the usual patterns seen in comets. The image, which was captured on November 3
The legal world is facing a big challenge: how to use climate science in court. This is not just about understanding the science. It's about applying it to real-world cases. One case that shows this struggle is the fight between Milieudefensie and Shell. Courts are trying to figure out how to use c
In early January 2026, sky gazers will be treated to a special show. The first full moon of the year, nicknamed the Wolf Moon, will light up the night sky. This moon is extra special because it's a supermoon. That means it will look bigger and brighter than usual. The Wolf Moon gets its name from t
In 2026, science faced tough times in the U. S. Many research grants were put on hold or canceled. NASA's budget was at risk, and top scientists were leaving the country. Misinformation about vaccines and other important topics kept spreading. Despite these problems, scientists worldwide made amazin
The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is in hot water. The Trump administration has plans to break it up. This is a big deal. NCAR is a key player in weather, wildfire, and climate science. It's like the brain behind many weather predictions and climate studies. Why is this happening?
Akron Public Schools (APS) has something to celebrate! Their computer science students just won big in a national competition. Led by their teacher, Sam Appleby, two teams from APS took home first and third place in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. This co
Most British sitcoms are about everyday life. Shows like "Fawlty Towers" and "The Inbetweeners" focus on real-world problems. But "Red Dwarf" is different. It's a sci-fi comedy set far in the future. This makes it stand out from other British sitcoms. It's more like "Star Trek" than a typical comedy
A recent experiment in China has shown that Niels Bohr was right in his debate with Albert Einstein about quantum mechanics. The experiment was based on a thought experiment proposed by Einstein almost a century ago. Bohr argued that certain properties of particles cannot be measured at the same tim
