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How to Turn Curiosity Into Clicks (and Clicks Into Money) in Every Marketing Email You Send
by Svetoslav Dimitrov on August 3, 2026 at 7:00 pm
This article shows you how to craft curiosity-driven emails (click drivers) that make money.
Your Balance Sheet Is Missing the Assets That Actually Drive Growth
by Paul Kluskowski on August 3, 2026 at 6:30 pm
How positioning, reputation, insight, networks and trust can reverse the natural drag on a business.
‘Everybody Wants That Money’: AI Companies Promise Blue-Collar Workers Salaries Up to $280,000
by Sherin Shibu on August 3, 2026 at 6:18 pm
Tech giants like Google are pouring millions of dollars into trade apprenticeships and training programs.
How to Reclaim Authenticity in a Data-Obsessed Digital World
by Goran Paun on August 3, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Here’s how forward-thinking leaders balance data with human judgment to build lasting brand equity, customer loyalty and real recognition.
He Created a Toy That ‘Took on a Life of Its Own’. Now He’s on Track to Sell 100 Million of Them.
by Sherin Shibu on August 3, 2026 at 5:20 pm
Toymaker Goliath turned the adult trend of mechanical keyboard customization into a kid-friendly, sensory collectible.
Why Regulated Businesses Have an Unfair Advantage in AI Search
by Meghna Deshraj on August 3, 2026 at 5:00 pm
AI engines are cautious about high-stakes answers. The rigor that regulation forces on you is exactly what makes them trust you.
Why Executive Roles Are Getting Harder to Land (and What to Do About It)
by Dr. Kyle Elliott on August 3, 2026 at 4:00 pm
The executive job market has shifted in ways most senior leaders aren’t prepared for. Here’s what’s changed and how to adapt.
OpenAI Exec Says Job-Seekers Should Stop Following This Common But ‘Bad Advice’
by Sherin Shibu on August 3, 2026 at 3:15 pm
OpenAI’s chief economist goes against conventional career advice.
by Jonathan Small on August 3, 2026 at 2:15 pm
It’s the biggest one-month drop in prime-age labor force participation since 1976, excluding the pandemic.
by Jonathan Small on August 3, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Leopold Aschenbrennerm raised $100 million to launch the fund in 2024. This week he sold $20 billion in stock to survive.
by Meredith Dietz on August 3, 2026 at 9:53 pm
This is major news for Fitbit fans.
by Amanda Chatel on August 3, 2026 at 9:32 pm
This lightning fast display is anti-glare and loaded with tournament-ready features.
by Daniel Oropeza on August 3, 2026 at 8:30 pm
The Sony XM6 are still the best premium headphones for audio and ANC in 2026.
by Jake Peterson on August 3, 2026 at 8:00 pm
Why is Google Earth intentionally messing with reality?
by Amanda Chatel on August 3, 2026 at 7:30 pm
It’s a powerful entry-level smartphone with 30-hour battery life and a great camera.
by Daniel Oropeza on August 3, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Choose from a list of titles hand-picked by Amazon editors.
by Jake Peterson on August 3, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Don’t buy a new MacBook Air from Apple right now.
by Meredith Dietz on August 3, 2026 at 3:00 pm
This watch can fix your jet lag, protect your eyes, and eject water.
by Pradershika Sharma on August 3, 2026 at 1:00 pm
This pool-ready speaker has a big sound and long battery life.
by Pradershika Sharma on August 3, 2026 at 12:30 pm
This is a compact speaker you can clip on and take almost anywhere.
by Daniel Oropeza on July 31, 2026 at 10:42 pm
Keep up with all of the best deals that Lifehacker publishes, including laptops, speakers, TVs, security cameras, and more.
by Daniel Oropeza on July 31, 2026 at 9:30 pm
Find great deals on OLED TVs, gaming monitors, new Samsung Galaxy devices, and more.
by Pranay Parab on July 31, 2026 at 9:00 pm
The humble Snipping Tool is great for beginners and power users alike.
by Ritoban Mukherjee on July 31, 2026 at 8:30 pm
AI is getting better at finding things—including your passwords.
by Emily Long on July 31, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Spreadsheets don’t have to be scary.
by Jake Peterson on July 31, 2026 at 6:30 pm
Is this our first look at the Google Pixel Tag?
by Daniel Oropeza on July 31, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Track your sleep, heart rate, and fitness with help from Gemini Live.
by Jake Peterson on July 31, 2026 at 5:39 pm
Samsung Browser on Galaxy Watch now supports image downloads.
by Jake Peterson on July 31, 2026 at 5:03 pm
Siri AI and Apple Intelligence can be demanding on Apple’s servers.
by Jeff Somers on July 31, 2026 at 4:50 pm
If you need a movie that Rory and Lorelai would deem worthy of discussion, you have to start with “Mermaids.”
2 people die of Cyclospora infection in Michigan
on August 3, 2026 at 7:10 pm
Two people in Michigan have died due to Cyclospora infections, the state health department reported.
Scientists uncover big clue as to how Antarctica’s mysterious Blood Falls came to be
by sascha.pare@futurenet.com (Sascha Pare) on August 3, 2026 at 3:06 pm
Brine that feeds the gruesome-looking Blood Falls in East Antarctica may have been emplaced when sea levels were higher than they are now, a new study says.
‘Poop pills’ may ease insomnia by reprogramming the gut microbiome, early study hints
on August 3, 2026 at 2:10 pm
Reprogramming the gut microbiome with fecal microbiota transplants could reduce the amount of time people with insomnia spend awake.
Ancient bullets reveal where a Roman camp hid in the Pyrenees of Spain before being ambushed
on August 3, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Researchers found the remains of a Roman camp from 39 B.C. that was ambushed by locals in what’s now Catalonia, Spain.
Aspen trees provide a natural buffer against wildfires, even as fire season intensifies, study shows
on August 3, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Buffers made of aspen trees could help protect communities from worsening wildfires.
on August 3, 2026 at 11:00 am
A revived hypothesis argues that a fungus-filled world after the Chicxulub asteroid impact may have given mammals an evolutionary edge. The idea could reshape how scientists think about mass extinctions, but it is still controversial.
by kkillgrove@livescience.com (Kristina Killgrove) on August 3, 2026 at 10:00 am
A chance find of rare rock crystal tools a century ago paved the way for a better understanding of Neanderthals today.
on August 2, 2026 at 11:00 am
The most famous giant spiral galaxy in the universe has been revealed not to be the star factory it once was, just as NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to unlock even more breathtaking cosmic insights.
by hannah.osborne@futurenet.com (Hannah Osborne) on August 2, 2026 at 10:30 am
Author and journalist Fred Pearce tells Live Science about his book “Despite it All” — looking at the changes that have taken place over the last 40 years that provide some hope that we can solve the climate crisis.
on August 2, 2026 at 10:00 am
In this excerpt from “Despite it All,” author Fred Pearce explores the ways plants are adapting and evolving in the face of climate change — and how we need to recognize this reality and foster its potential boost to biodiversity, rather than holding steadfast to our notions of what types of nature should and shouldn’t be allowed to thrive.
Did Celtic women fight in battle?
on August 2, 2026 at 9:00 am
The Celts were highly regarded as warriors in the ancient world, but were all fighters men, or did Celtic women also fight in battle?
Could we prevent dementia? A new trial may point the way.
on August 1, 2026 at 1:00 pm
While much funding for dementia research goes toward treatments, some scientists want to reduce people’s risk of developing the condition in the first place.
on August 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm
A solar eclipse, the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, Venus at dichotomy and the Milky Way at its annual best will create one of 2026’s best days for skywatching.
by pandora.dewan@futurenet.com (Pandora Dewan) on August 1, 2026 at 11:00 am
August 1, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend
Why do cats have ‘leg whiskers’?
on August 1, 2026 at 9:00 am
Here’s why ‘leg whiskers’ are useful to cats and other animals.
on July 31, 2026 at 4:13 pm
Katalyst Space’s LINK spacecraft is recovering from an unexpected spin in orbit, and will need a little more time to rescue NASA’s falling Swift observatory.
How to watch ‘Secrets of the Great White Kill’ – stream ‘Shark Week’ 2026 from anywhere
on July 31, 2026 at 1:00 pm
How to watch “Secrets of the Great White Kill”, as Riley Elliott and Kori Burkhardt set out to capture never-before-seen great white hunting techniques.
on July 31, 2026 at 11:00 am
Using IBM’s quantum computer, scientists say they have shown in three different experiments that quantum computers can outpace classical machines in useful computations.
Alzheimer’s blood tests are transforming how patients get diagnosed — here’s what to know
on July 31, 2026 at 9:00 am
New tests for Alzheimer’s are helping people who are at risk of dementia get clarity on their condition, Live Science reports from the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in London.
U.S. FBI intelligence agent arrested in connection with theft of $1 million in crypto
by Jesse Hamilton on August 3, 2026 at 10:17 pm
The agent, who had “top secret” clearance and worked in FBI headquarters, was accused of taking crypto from wallets the agency had investigated.
Trump-linked American Bitcoin president Matt Prusak departs for Giga Energy
by Will Canny on August 3, 2026 at 3:24 pm
The executive is leaving the Eric Trump-backed miner to join an AI power infrastructure firm, highlighting the shift toward energy and data center buildout.
U.S.-Japan intervention revives yen carry trade fears for bitcoin
by James Van Straten on August 3, 2026 at 2:46 pm
Coordinated action sent the yen sharply higher, but bitcoin’s recent correlation suggests U.S. dollar strength, rather than the carry trade, may be the bigger risk.
Circle slides after Morgan Stanley downgrade, cut in price target
by Helene Braun on August 3, 2026 at 1:59 pm
The bank said tokenized money market funds, Open USD and slower USDC growth could weigh on the stablecoin issuer’s earnings.
Bernstein sees another leg lower for crypto markets if Clarity Act stalls
by Will Canny on August 3, 2026 at 1:49 pm
The broker said failure to pass the Clarity Act this year would likely send crypto lower, but expects U.S. regulators to accelerate rulemaking.
BlackRock expands tokenized cash with new blockchain-based money market offerings
by Ian Allison on August 3, 2026 at 1:15 pm
Both funds intend to qualify as eligible reserve assets for permitted U.S. payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act.
Tom Lee’s Bitmine bought more ether, added to stock buyback last week
by Krisztian Sandor on August 3, 2026 at 12:53 pm
Chairman Tom Lee said ether’s outperformance versus the Nasdaq in July signals strengthening crypto fundamentals.
Strategy sold another $105 million of bitcoin last week, repurchased $81.2 million of STRC
by James Van Straten on August 3, 2026 at 12:17 pm
The company trimmed bitcoin holdings by 1,638 coins, while raising $290.6 million with sales of common stock.
Bitget set to exit Japan, close all remaining positions by year-end
by Olivier Acuna on August 3, 2026 at 12:03 pm
The crypto trading platform, ranked fifth on CoinGecko, stopped accepting new registrations on Sunday and plans to shut down all remaining positions by Dec. 31.
Solo Bitcoin miner nets $200,000 as Coldcard hardware wallet drains rocks sentiment
by Omkar Godbole on August 3, 2026 at 11:18 am
Your day-ahead look for Aug. 3, 2026
Bitcoin, ether decline as Coldcard exploit enters a fifth day
by Omkar Godbole on August 3, 2026 at 10:51 am
Nevertheless, the drop in crypto prices seems restrained given the magnitude of losses in the wallet hack and the erosion of confidence in cold storage.
Bithumb now targets 2028 IPO after major internal restructuring
by Olivier Acuna on August 3, 2026 at 10:41 am
The South Korean crypto trading platform plans to see a preliminary listing review in 2027, but did not identify a proposed listing venue yet.
Live updates: Bitcoin flirts with $64,000 as stocks start strong in August
by Shaurya Malwa on August 3, 2026 at 10:29 am
ARP Digital’s Yusuf Fakhro said bitcoin’s weakness reflects stalled participation more than forced selling, with ETF flows turning negative, CME open interest back at 2023 levels and Strategy idle for a fifth straight week.
The bitcoin futures yield collapse: Once over 20%, now less than Treasury notes
by Omkar Godbole on August 3, 2026 at 10:13 am
Bitcoin futures’ once-rich carry has evaporated, with quarterly basis yields trailing two‑year U.S. Treasuries since February, a sign of shrinking arbitrage and a maturing market.
Robinhood wins UK crypto registration before new regulatory regime kicks off
by Jamie Crawley on August 3, 2026 at 9:38 am
Robinhood’s U.K. arm was added to the FCA’s list of registered cryptoasset companies as of July 31.
Coldcard wallet losses may near $114 million as possible fourth sweep emerges
by Shaurya Malwa on August 3, 2026 at 8:51 am
The pending transactions signal replace-by-fee, so anyone who spots their address in the mempool has minutes to pay a higher fee and move funds first.
U.S. Jobs, Circle, Galaxy, American Bitcoin earnings: Crypto Week Ahead
by Francisco Rodrigues on August 3, 2026 at 8:16 am
Your look at what’s coming in the week starting Aug. 3
Bitcoin slips under $63,000 despite Iran deal hopes as Coldcard losses rattle market
by Shaurya Malwa on August 3, 2026 at 6:15 am
Oil and Treasury yields fell after fresh U.S.-Iran talks eased inflation fears, but bitcoin and ether failed to catch a bid as fresh Coldcard-linked sweeps pushed observed losses to nearly $89 million.
Trump Media’s bitcoin stash may be down to loan collateral after $165 million BTC move
by Shaurya Malwa on August 3, 2026 at 5:52 am
Wallets tied to the Truth Social parent now hold about as much bitcoin as the company previously pledged as note collateral, making its next 10-Q the key test of whether recent Crypto.com transfers were custody moves or sales.
Michael Saylor’s Strategy is now tracking bitcoin’s 200-week moving average
by Omkar Godbole on August 3, 2026 at 5:07 am
Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy, is now closely monitoring bitcoin’s 200-week moving average, a key long-term support level that the cryptocurrency has historically respected.
London records first dry month in 150 years
by /u/pscoutou on August 3, 2026 at 9:59 pm
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Drone hits Russian beach resort
by /u/NutragrammatronLab on August 3, 2026 at 8:25 pm
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by /u/No_Reaction7092 on August 3, 2026 at 8:08 pm
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Zelenskiy dismisses Ukraine’s ambassador to US
by /u/Artistic_Dj_6895 on August 3, 2026 at 7:35 pm
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July was driest month in southern England since records began | Extreme heat
by /u/panzerfan on August 3, 2026 at 7:01 pm
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Rhine falls to record low levels as drought strains Europe’s rivers
by /u/He-Who-Reaches on August 3, 2026 at 6:59 pm
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Iran denies negotiating with US, drawing Trump backlash
by /u/DoremusJessup on August 3, 2026 at 6:46 pm
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Trump says Iran talks to proceed in two phases, calls them Tehran’s ‘last chance’
by /u/TahDigThief on August 3, 2026 at 6:39 pm
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South Korea’s total fertility rate seen recovering to 0.9 range for first time in 7 years
by /u/Denisova_Hominin on August 3, 2026 at 6:25 pm
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Iran says no talks are under way with United States after Trump calls off attacks
by /u/Bruvvimir on August 3, 2026 at 3:23 pm
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Putin critic Boris Nadezhdin flees Russia for France
by /u/pierrepaul on August 3, 2026 at 2:47 pm
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Zelensky Says Ukraine Will Push to End Russia’s War Before Winter
by /u/ArgentineBeauty on August 3, 2026 at 2:33 pm
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Denmark begins extended military conscription in response to Russia, Trump
by /u/RedaNassef on August 3, 2026 at 2:17 pm
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine is in talks on joint Freyja missile defence system
by /u/EnoughPrimary6700 on August 3, 2026 at 1:18 pm
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Ukraine’s Drone Diplomacy Goes Global With 9 Deals Signed and 15 More Underway
by /u/eaglemaxie on August 3, 2026 at 1:10 pm
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Countries to gain $500bn more tax a year under UN ‘pay-where-you-play’ plan
by /u/what_the_mark on August 3, 2026 at 10:27 am
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Reform UK: Richard Tice investigated by parliamentary standards watchdog
by /u/Alarming-Safety3200 on August 3, 2026 at 10:07 am
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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Disable Nearly Two-Thirds of Wildberries’ Largest Logistics Hubs
by /u/UNITED24Media on August 3, 2026 at 9:28 am
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Russian Region Reinstates Gasoline Rationing Following Ukrainian Drone Strike on Major Refinery
by /u/ArgentineBeauty on August 3, 2026 at 9:23 am
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by Mathew Di Salvo on August 3, 2026 at 9:21 pm
Bitcoin Magazine ‘We’ll Get Through This Bear Market,’ Says CEO of Bitcoin Treasury Company Strategy The biggest corporate holder of Bitcoin has again cashed out some of its crypto. This post ‘We’ll Get Through This Bear Market,’ Says CEO of Bitcoin Treasury Company Strategy first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on August 3, 2026 at 7:03 pm
Bitcoin Magazine American Bitcoin Reports Quarterly Loss But Boosts Bitcoin Stash The publicly traded Bitcoin miner’s stock is up after it revealed it had bought more coins. This post American Bitcoin Reports Quarterly Loss But Boosts Bitcoin Stash first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on August 3, 2026 at 5:21 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Crypto Clarity Act Risks More Delay As Recess Looms Lamakers will break for over one month this week — the Clarity Act may not get a vote before then. This post Crypto Clarity Act Risks More Delay As Recess Looms first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on August 3, 2026 at 3:17 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy Sells Bitcoin After Five Weeks Without Buying The company had held off buying Bitcoin before the sale, instead focusing on strengthening its cash balance. This post Strategy Sells Bitcoin After Five Weeks Without Buying first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on August 3, 2026 at 2:05 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Coldcard Bitcoin Theft Continues, Now Estimated Over $114 Million In Total Stolen Bitcoin wallets continue to be drained in the ongoing hack. This post Coldcard Bitcoin Theft Continues, Now Estimated Over $114 Million In Total Stolen first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 31, 2026 at 9:01 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Coldcard Bitcoin Thief Likely Used Top Blockchain Services Provider: Report Experts have since said that those holding Bitcoin on a Coldcard device should move funds now. This post Coldcard Bitcoin Thief Likely Used Top Blockchain Services Provider: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 31, 2026 at 7:12 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Younger Democrats Understand Clarity Act And Bill Should Pass, Says Coinbase’s Chief Policy Officer The Clarity Act will likely get through despite some — older — Democrats holding it back, according to Coinbase’s Chief Policy Officer, Faryar Shirzad. Speaking on The Hill’s morning Rising show Friday, Shirzad said that crypto was “maybe the most bipartisan issue in […]
by Juan Galt on July 31, 2026 at 5:57 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Coinkite Releases Fixed Firmware After Coldcard Bug; AI Likely Involved In The Breach NVK stated that AI-assisted code review can now find latent bugs at a speed outpacing even the industry’s most seasoned experts, calling it a sober reality of the new AI paradigm. This post Coinkite Releases Fixed Firmware After Coldcard Bug; AI Likely Involved In The Breach first appeared on […]
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 31, 2026 at 4:20 pm
Bitcoin Magazine US Closes in on Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Bitcoin Insurance Policy, Sanctions Companies The news comes after the U.S. froze Iran’s other digital assets. This post US Closes in on Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Bitcoin Insurance Policy, Sanctions Companies first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Shinobi on July 31, 2026 at 3:22 pm
Bitcoin Magazine COLDCARD SECURITY RISK: IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED IMPORTANT: Major security vulnerability discovered in Coldcard hardware wallets. For your own safety read disclosures and take necessary actions immediately. This post COLDCARD SECURITY RISK: IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Shinobi.
Zodiacal Dust in Exoplanetary Systems Could Hinder Our Search For Life On Other Worlds
by Brian Koberlein (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/brian) on August 3, 2026 at 3:55 pm
Most exoplanetary systems have a plane of dust similar to the zodiacal dust of our solar system. This dust absorbs some of the very light we use to find biosignatures in exoplanet atmospheres, and could make our search for life more challenging.
The Asteroid That May Be Three Worlds
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on August 1, 2026 at 7:01 am
We have been watching asteroid (44) Nysa for well over a century without ever really knowing what it looks like. Now the sharpest images ever taken of it, from two of the largest telescopes on Earth, have revealed two deep valleys running right around its circumference and the team behind them think those are necks, joining three separate lobes into a single 75 kilometre body. If that holds up, […]
Smashed Ice Worlds Formed Neptune’s Inner Moons and Rings
by Laurence Tognetti, MSc (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/laurencetognetti) on August 1, 2026 at 5:19 am
The planet Neptune has 16 known moons, with its largest Moon, Triton, comprising more than 99.5 percent of the mass of all of them. Triton’s incredible size has led scientists to hypothesize it was a captured object originating from the Kuiper Belt, which wreaked havoc on Neptune’s original moon system upon its capture and subsequential elliptical orbit. Today, some remnants of these original […]
Charon’s Mountains Reveal Moon Once Spun 10x Faster
by Laurence Tognetti, MSc (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/laurencetognetti) on August 1, 2026 at 12:57 am
Pluto’s moon, Charon, is one of the most unexplored (and arguably underappreciated) planetary objects in the entire solar system. This is primarily because it’s only been visited once by NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft during its famous Pluto flyby in July 2015. Despite this quick encounter, New Horizons beamed back troves of data regarding Charon that scientists continue to pour over with […]
Interstellar Travel: The Space Age and Nuclear Rockets
by Matthew Williams (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/houseofwilliams) on July 31, 2026 at 11:45 pm
Given the state of our technology, it would take a spacecraft a ridiculously long time to reach even the nearest star in our galaxy. However, scientists continue to ponder ways in which we could achieve the dream of interstellar spaceflight. Here are a few of their best ideas.
Astronomers Measure the Long Reach of a Quasar
by Carolyn Collins Petersen (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/cc-petersen) on July 31, 2026 at 5:43 pm
There are a number of things in the Universe that could wipe out life as we know it, but — for now, and for Earth — a blast from our galaxy’s supermassive black hole isn’t one of them. That’s not to say that Sagittarius A* doesn’t pose a danger. If it wakes up someday and blasts out a strong wind, that definitely could affect Earth. It could well have powered a quasar in the past, and could […]
The Star That Exploded Without Hydrogen
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on July 31, 2026 at 4:47 pm
Twenty five years ago a star in the constellation Puppis blew itself apart and then vanished behind a curtain of its own soot. Astronomers knew only that the explosion contained no hydrogen at all, which for the most abundant element in the universe is a very strange absence. Now the dust has finally thinned, and the culprits have stepped into view, a white dwarf quietly stripping a rare helium […]
Astrobiologist Uses Apollo Lunar Samples As Mirror Onto Early Earth
by Bruce Dorminey (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/bruce) on July 31, 2026 at 4:03 pm
A Tokyo-based astrobiologist is using an ingenious new way to garner insight into Earth’s 3.5-billion-year-old biosphere.
NASA Wants to Toss 10,000 Tiny Probes Directly Into Saturn’s Rings
by Andy Tomaswick (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/andy-tomaswick) on July 31, 2026 at 3:32 pm
Cassini, NASA’s last major mission to Saturn, famously plunged to its fiery death in the gas giant’s atmosphere at the end of its mission. It had captured more accurate in-situ data of the Saturnian system than any mission before or since. But there’s one particular part that it couldn’t directly approach – Saturn’s rings. But NASA very obviously wants to take a nice up-close look at […]
What happens to a moon when its planet is stolen?
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on July 31, 2026 at 3:16 pm
The galaxy is littered with rogue planets, worlds flung out of the systems that built them, drifting between the stars with no sun to call their own. But when a planet is torn away, does anything go with it? New simulations say yes, a passing star can rip a world out of its orbit and leave its moons still faithfully circling it, sailing off into the dark as a set. If our own Jupiter were evicted […]
It Took a Century, but Astronomers Imaged Betelgeuse’s Companion
by Carolyn Collins Petersen (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/cc-petersen) on July 31, 2026 at 8:19 am
Most of us are familiar with Betelgeuse (also known as alpha Orionis), the bright shoulder star in the constellation Orion. It’s a red supergiant star that lies somewhere between 400 and 550 light-years away from us and is quite bright. Betelgeuse contains about 14 times the mass of the Sun and is a fairly young star compared to ours. It appears to be no more than 10 million years old, which […]
Mercury’s Weak Magnetic Field Periodically Traps Solar Wind
by Laurence Tognetti, MSc (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/laurencetognetti) on July 31, 2026 at 3:32 am
The planet Mercury is the first planet from the Sun but also one shrouded in mystery. This is primarily due to the limited number of spacecrafts that have visited it, but this limited data has provided scientists with new and exciting characteristics previously thought impossible. One fascinating aspect is its magnetic field, which was first discovered in March 1974, which both surprised and […]
What Killed Galaxies in the Early Universe?
by Carolyn Collins Petersen (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/cc-petersen) on July 30, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Galaxies in the infancy of the Universe are the building blocks of more modern galaxies. They began as small “shreds” of material that coalesced over time to form larger ones. That’s why astronomers use observatories such as the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to study the young Universe. The light from those early objects appears in the infrared part of the spectrum, which JWST is tuned to see.
Primordial Black Holes Can Trigger Type Ia Supernovae, and Astronomers Should be Able to Find Them
by Evan Gough (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/ion23drive) on July 30, 2026 at 7:22 pm
Primordial black holes (PBH) remain hypothetical, but that isn’t stopping astrophysicists from figuring out how they could interact with other stellar objects. New research shows how PBHs, formed in the early Universe from collapsing pockets of dense subatomic matter instead of from stars, can enter white dwarfs. In some cases, that could’ve triggered a Type Ia supernova with particular chemical […]
Radio Array Detects Polarized Light From a GRB
by Carolyn Collins Petersen (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/cc-petersen) on July 30, 2026 at 6:57 pm
On March 10, 2026, the Fermi telescope gamma-ray burst team reported the detection of a long-duration gamma ray burst that occurred when a star exploded inside a dense, highly magnetized cloud of hydrogen gas. That HII region is a bubble of ionized hydrogen created by winds from a massive young star. Astronomers immediately turned as many telescopes as possible to view the burst and its […]
The ELT’s Spectrograph Could Sniff Out Biosignatures on Other Worlds
by Andy Tomaswick (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/andy-tomaswick) on July 30, 2026 at 3:40 pm
Before any major telescope commissioning, there are dozens of papers that attempt to define what we can expect from it. We’re starting to see some come through for the Extremely Large Telescope (ELT), which hopefully will get a more imaginative name when the 39m behemoth is officially commissioned in Chile in the 2030s. A new paper from Evann Kurzawa-Ferrandez and his co-authors at NASA’s Jet […]
The Exciting Plan to Photograph an Alien Continent
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on July 30, 2026 at 11:18 am
NASA has selected a concept study, led by physicist Paul Stankus, exploring whether a pair of spacecraft flying in tight formation could one day produce an actual image of an Earth like exoplanet’s surface, oceans, continents and all. It’s an early stage idea, backed by NASA’s Innovative Advanced Concepts program, but if it ever came together, it would represent an extraordinary leap beyond […]
A Thermal Camera Trick Could Let LIGO See Twice as Far
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on July 30, 2026 at 11:10 am
A team of researchers have found a surprisingly simple way to boost the sensitivity of gravitational wave detectors like LIGO. It’s surprisingly simple to, just point an ordinary thermal imaging camera at the mirrors themselves. The technique could improve LIGO’s next upgrade by up to 31%, letting it detect neutron star collisions tens of millions of light years farther away, and is already […]
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on July 30, 2026 at 11:03 am
A new study presented at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting suggests that solar storms may warm the Martian lower atmosphere, but only when they strike during a major Martian dust storm. The discovery was accidental, emerging from a search for a different effect entirely, and hints that the weather system on Mars may be more tangled and interconnected than scientists […]
Alien Signals May Hide in Unexplored High Radio Frequencies
by Laurence Tognetti, MSc (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/laurencetognetti) on July 30, 2026 at 5:12 am
Confirming the existence of extraterrestrial intelligence via radio signals, also called technosignatures, is the cornerstone of radio astronomy. While humanity has been asking since time immemorial whether or not we’re alone in the universe, radio astronomers are at the frontlines trying to tirelessly answer this longstanding question. To accomplish this, they’ve traditionally focused on a […]
What’s the Best Exercise for Sleep After 50? The Answer May Surprise You
by Allison Nemetz on August 3, 2026 at 4:00 pm
If you’re over 50 and staring at the ceiling at 3 a.m.—again—you’re in very good company. Somewhere along the way, the deep, restorative sleep you used to take for granted seems to have packed a bag and left town. Maybe you fall asleep just fine, but then you’re wide awake in the middle of the
Best End-of-Summer Reads: From Ann Patchett to Chris Bohjalian
by Carissa Mosness on August 2, 2026 at 7:30 pm
July is almost over and while August might mean back-to-school season for some people, for others it means one last month of summer warmth. But whether or not you’re going back to school or soaking in one last beach day, one thing’s for sure: There is more than enough time to read some more beach
Michigan Salon Offers Free Pampering to 8,000+ Cancer Patients
by mdillard on August 2, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Pam Westers turned a salon into a meaningful mission that has provided pampering to more than 8,000 women. Here, she shares her story with Woman’s World. When Pam Westers took over Profile, the Comstock Park, Michigan, salon where she had worked for 35 years, the salon coordinator approached Pam with an idea. “I heard about
Why Gen Z Brands Like Coach and Edikted Are Pulling Young Shoppers Back Into Malls For Good
by Lauren Schuster on August 2, 2026 at 4:49 pm
The generation raised on smartphones is walking back into the mall. Gen Z brands are watching foot traffic surge as shoppers ages 14 to 29 trade endless scrolling for something they can touch, try on and share with friends in real life. That shift is reshaping which retailers thrive and which get left behind, and
How To Build Bone Density Naturally—Yes, Even After Menopause
by Rachel Cosma on August 2, 2026 at 3:00 pm
We tend to lose bone mass due to drops in hormone levels after menopause, increasing the risk of osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), which can lead to painful fractures and breaks. “The biggest risk to bones is during menopause,” confirms Rozalina G. McCoy, MD, associate professor at University of Maryland School of Medicine. “And ultimately,
August 2 August 8 Horoscope Forecast: Your Zodiac Sign’s Week
by Carissa Mosness on August 2, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Ready to start your week on a positive note? You’ll need to begin by considering what may lie ahead in the coming days. Horoscopes can help make this easier as they predict future life events big or small. This way, you’re prepared for what each day will bring. Here’s what’s happening for your zodiac sign
Pennsylvania Couple Starts Loving Daniel After Infant Loss
by mdillard on August 1, 2026 at 11:00 pm
After losing their newborn son, a Pennsylvania couple transformed heartbreak into hope, creating a nonprofit that helps mourning families spend extra time with babies they never expected to lose. Here, they share their story with Woman’s World. “Finally!” Nicole Dice squealed when the pregnancy test came out positive. She and her husband, Bill, had been
Zoe Saldaña Reveals What Books She’s Reading Right Now
by Carissa Mosness on August 1, 2026 at 9:30 pm
Lioness: Special Ops star Zoe Saldaña is opening up about what’s on her bookshelf, and book lovers are taking notes. Over the past couple of years, the Marvel actress has shared a few of her favorite books, and they are everything you would expect from the award winning star. From powerful memoirs to gripping fiction,
Meet Lighting Automation: The Beginner-Friendly Fix for Wasting Electricity on Empty Rooms Daily
by Lauren Jarvis-Gibson on August 1, 2026 at 8:07 pm
Homeowners looking to trim electricity bills are turning to lighting automation as a low-effort way to stop wasting energy in empty rooms. Here is what beginners should know about the devices, the rooms that benefit most and the payoff beyond a smaller utility bill. How does lighting automation save energy in empty rooms? Lighting automation
This Rhode Island Island Paradise Is Calling Your Name This Summer
by strotter on August 1, 2026 at 8:00 pm
Get whisked away to the “Bermuda of the North!” With dramatic cliffs, stunning beaches and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s easy to see why so many adore this hidden gem. Located just a ferry ride away from Rhode Island’s southern coast, Block Island also offers delicious seafood restaurants, wildlife refuges and more. Savor a seafood meal
Why winner of biggest prize in maths has decided to work on AI instead
by Karmela Padavic-Callaghan on August 3, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Jacob Tsimerman won a Fields medal last month – now he is leaving mathematics to work on AI safety
OpenAI announces solutions to 10 longstanding maths problems
by Matthew Sparkes on August 3, 2026 at 4:16 pm
Ten conundrums that stumped human mathematicians for years have been cracked by OpenAI’s Astra model, continuing a hot streak of AI-driven breakthroughs that are shaking up the field
Will a new kind of AI that understands physical reality change the world again?
by Daniel Cossins on August 3, 2026 at 3:00 pm
AI chatbots can describe reality in words, but don’t truly understand cause and effect in the real world. Now, a fresh kind of machine intelligence that does just that is emerging
Why sitting under a parasol is barely cooler than being in the sun
by Michael Le Page on August 3, 2026 at 2:46 pm
A beach umbrella might protect you from sunburn, but when it comes to keeping you cool, it makes surprisingly little difference
Are beef-liver or standard iron supplements better for boosting iron?
by Alice Klein on August 3, 2026 at 8:00 am
Beef-liver supplements are said to be more effective at raising iron levels than standard tablets, but is it true? Columnist Alice Klein looks into the evidence behind the claims
The best new science-fiction novels of August 2026
by Alison Flood on August 1, 2026 at 9:00 am
Fascist empires and deadly sea monsters are on offer in the science fiction out this month, says Alison Flood
How Europe can make its landscapes more fire-resilient
by Alec Luhn on July 31, 2026 at 4:19 pm
Paradoxically, suppressing wildfires has also made European countries more vulnerable to huge blazes like those seen in France and Spain this week. With global warming also amplifying the danger, some experts are calling for a change of strategy
Climate change may help eliminate malaria from West and Central Africa
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre on July 31, 2026 at 3:50 pm
Global warming may make it too hot for malaria-carrying mosquitoes to survive in parts of Africa, but could also shift the problem to less affected areas
Could eating less protein slow ageing?
by Carissa Wong on July 31, 2026 at 3:02 pm
Protein is everywhere, but studies – mostly in non-human animals – suggest that limiting our intake could extend our lifespan
Thousands of people in China have had banned Alzheimer’s surgery
by Carissa Wong on July 31, 2026 at 12:36 pm
Surgery that aims to enhance the clearance of Alzheimer’s-associated proteins from the brain has been banned in China, but only after thousands of people had the procedure
by Katrin Bennhold on August 3, 2026 at 9:50 pm
The race to control the skies is sending a record amount of debris crashing back to Earth.
by Leo Sands on August 3, 2026 at 9:17 pm
Christopher Phillips, 60, pleaded guilty to several crimes, including fraud, after the police found his mother’s body in a freezer in his home.
by Max Kim on August 3, 2026 at 8:53 pm
The British group was punished under a policy of racial harmony that has long been criticized as stifling free speech in the city-state.
by Valerie Hopkins on August 3, 2026 at 8:18 pm
Boris B. Nadezhdin, 63, appeared in a video standing in front of the Eiffel Tower. He said he was “alive and free, but, unfortunately, not yet in Russia.”
by Aaron Boxerman and Sanam Mahoozi on August 3, 2026 at 8:06 pm
President Trump cited progress in the negotiations when canceling a threatened attack on Iran over the weekend. Iran said there were no current talks with the United States.
by Linda Qiu on August 3, 2026 at 8:00 pm
The president misleadingly blamed the Biden administration’s weapons transfers to Ukraine for current concerns over munitions stockpiles, among other claims about the Iran war.
by Joan Suazo and Emiliano Rodríguez Mega on August 3, 2026 at 7:29 pm
Juan Orlando Hernández, the former leader, faces fraud and money laundering charges after a Trump pardon overturned a drug-trafficking sentence.
by Emily Anthes and Will Crooks on August 3, 2026 at 5:37 pm
Veterinarians are gingerly embracing the honeybee, a vital pollinator for agriculture but one that’s in increasing danger.
by Victor Mather on August 3, 2026 at 3:20 pm
Formerly called Nauru, the island in the South Pacific wants its name to more closely match how it is said in the language spoken by its people.
by Apoorva Mandavilli and Constant Méheut on August 3, 2026 at 2:24 pm
No medications were affected, but if new prevention items are not procured, aid groups fear a surge in new infections next year.
by Max Kim on August 3, 2026 at 1:02 pm
The ousted civilian leader, now 81, met with a representative of the Red Cross. Her long absence from public view had raised concerns about her health.
by Francesca Regalado on August 3, 2026 at 12:39 pm
The aircraft crashed while battling a wildfire northwest of Athens, as Greece fought more than 200 fires in the past week.
by Shawna Richer on August 3, 2026 at 12:13 pm
A tentative deal was reached early Monday morning after 4,400 flight attendants walked off the job a day earlier, forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights.
by Jason Horowitz on August 3, 2026 at 11:43 am
After thousands poured into the Spanish territory in North Africa, the pro-immigration policies of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez were blamed. The reality is more complex.
by Ben Hubbard, Aida Alami and Sergey Ponomarev on August 3, 2026 at 9:05 am
Moroccan migrants described their despair at their economic future, explaining what propelled them across the border with Spain.
by Erika Solomon on August 3, 2026 at 8:50 am
By expanding the arena of fighting in the region, experts say, Tehran sent a warning about the dangers of a widening war.
by Aaron Boxerman, Vivian Nereim, Adam Rasgon and Francesca Regalado on August 3, 2026 at 7:03 am
President Trump has repeatedly threatened to escalate the war with Iran, only to abruptly back down. Saudi Arabia said its leader had urged Mr. Trump not to renew attacks.
by Alicia P.Q. Wittmeyer on August 3, 2026 at 5:13 am
Whatever caused the migrant surge in the Spanish territory, it’s already shaking up European politics.
by Ségolène Le Stradic on August 3, 2026 at 4:01 am
To help prevent heat-related deaths, the French government has asked postal workers to check in on older people.
by Bianca Padró Ocasio on August 2, 2026 at 10:07 pm
The flight had taken off from the coastal city of Pisco to view the ancient geoglyphs in the desert, a popular tourist attraction.
Anne Hathaway celebrates sweet career milestone
on August 3, 2026 at 10:29 pm
Anne Hathaway celebrates sweet career milestoneAnne Hathaway is celebrating 25 years since The Princess Diaries launched her Hollywood career.The Oscar-winning actress, 45, marked the milestone by sharing a behind-the-scenes video from the beloved Disney film on Instagram, reflecting on the movie…
Jason Sudeikis sings praises of Justin Bieber after 2026 FIFA world cup halftime show
on August 3, 2026 at 10:01 pm
Jason Sudeikis sings praises of Justin Bieber after 2026 FIFA world cup halftime showJason Sudeikis recently opened up about coaching Justin Bieber before his performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Sudeikis recorded an episode of the A Lot More podcast, which will be released on August 8, 2026,…
Dylan Sprouse fears ‘traumatic experience’ before welcoming baby girl with Barbara Palvin
on August 3, 2026 at 9:23 pm
Dylan Sprouse fears ‘traumatic experience’ before welcoming baby girl with Barbara PalvinDylan Sprouse cannot hide his excitement to become a girl dad.Sprouse appeared on the Not Skinny but Not Fat podcast for the Tuesday, August 4 episode, where he shared his excitement with Amanda Hirsch about…
MGK recalls his daughter saving him during a dark moment
on August 3, 2026 at 9:17 pm
MGK recalls his daughter saving him during a dark momentMGK has opened up about a frightening moment when he feared he was dying after taking what he described as “too much cocaine.”Speaking on The Set List podcast with Carter Gregory, the rapper, whose real name is Colson Baker, recalled feeling…
Maura Higgins rejects Gleb Savchenko ahead of ‘Dancing with the Stars’
on August 3, 2026 at 8:36 pm
Maura Higgins rejects Gleb Savchenko ahead of ‘Dancing with the Stars’Maura Higgins has refused to dance with Gleb Savchenko during her forthcoming stint on Dancing with the Stars.While conversing with E! News about her upcoming gig on Dancing with the Stars in September 2026, the 35-year-old…
Jaafar Jackson lands new movie with Will Smith
on August 3, 2026 at 8:20 pm
Jaafar Jackson lands new movie with Will SmithJaafar Jackson has landed his next acting role after the success of Michael, the blockbuster biopic about his uncle, Michael Jackson.The 30-year-old actor has joined the cast of Supermax, an upcoming action thriller from Amazon MGM Studios. He will…
Patrick Warburton recalls ‘funny’ set story with Carol Burnett
on August 3, 2026 at 8:03 pm
Patrick Warburton recalls ‘funny’ set story with Carol BurnettPatrick Warburton recently got candid and reminisced about working with Carol Burnett.The 61-year-old American actor and comedian appeared on a recent episode of Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia on radio station AM 970 The Answer,…
Dee Wallace reveals surprise behind ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’s success
on August 3, 2026 at 7:53 pm
Dee Wallace reveals surprise behind ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’s successDee Wallace opened up about how the cast members didn’t expect E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial to be successful.In an interview with People magazine, Wallace described it as “an element of magic” while reflecting on her…
Vin Diesel makes shocking claim about last ‘Fast & Furious’ film: ‘You have no idea’
on August 3, 2026 at 7:45 pm
Vin Diesel makes shocking claim about last ‘Fast & Furious’ film: ‘You have no idea’Vin Diesel recently accepted that he does not have enough words to praise the script of the last Fast & Furious film.Taking to his Instagram, the 59-year-old American actor and filmmaker excited his fans, sharing a…
‘The Little Rascals’ stars reveal their wild living souvenirs from the set
on August 3, 2026 at 7:44 pm
‘The Little Rascals’ stars reveal their wild living souvenirs from the setThe Little Rascals duo Blake Collins and Jordan Warkol revealed their mementos, which they kept after the film wrapped.In an interview with People magazine, Collins and Warkol confessed that they took some keepsakes from the…
Justin Herbert gushes over fiancée Madison Beer
on August 3, 2026 at 7:12 pm
Justin Herbert gushes over fiancée Madison BeerJustin Herbert is struggling to get over his engagement to Madison Beer.While catching up with SiriusXM NFL Radio over the weekend during Chargers Training Camp in El Segundo, California, the very next day of his engagement announcement to the…
Harry Styles’ onstage oops moment took a graceful turn
on August 3, 2026 at 5:45 pm
Harry Styles’ onstage oops moment took a graceful turnHarry Styles reportedly slipped onstage while performing in Mexico.The former One Direction star was performing the fourth single from his latest album, Are You Listening Yet, when the incident occurred. The singer was skipping and dancing…
Tom Holland hints at his Spider-Man exit as Sony boss hopes he stays
on August 3, 2026 at 5:11 pm
Tom Holland hints at his Spider-Man exit as Sony boss hopes he stays Tom Holland, despite the massive success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, says he is ready to move ahead from the shadow of the web-slinger.However, Tom Rothman, chairman of Sony Pictures, said he hopes the British actor will…
‘Ted Lasso’ returns to the pitch with a new challenge
on August 3, 2026 at 4:38 pm
The Emmy-winning, feel-good soccer comedy “Ted Lasso” returns this week to Apple TV for a fourth season. This time, the folksy American coach heads back to London to help a team of female athletes believe in their own greatness.Lasso brings his unfailing optimism as he takes command of AFC…
Cole Hauser recalls brutal off-screen battle to finish ‘Dutton Ranch’ first season
on August 3, 2026 at 4:18 pm
Cole Hauser recalls shocking off-screen battle to finish ‘Dutton Ranch’ first seasonDutton Ranch is best known for brutal twists, painful backstabbing, and unpredictable weather in Texas.And the last bit became too much for Cole Hauser, who portrays Rip Wheeler on the Yellowstone spinoff.The…
Tate McRae gets candid about being labelled ‘MAGA’ supporter over last year’s hit track
on August 3, 2026 at 3:59 pm
Tate McRae gets candid about being labelled ‘MAGA’ supporter over last year’s hit trackTate McRae often reportedly avoids political debates; however, last year she was landed in hot water in a certain political quarter when she was branded a MAGA supporter.This is when he duetted with fellow…
Inside Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra’s unbreakable bond
on August 3, 2026 at 3:23 pm
Inside Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra’s unbreakable bondAuthor biographer shared some insights into Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra: the Hollywood icons whose rumored love affair was speculated in Hollywood for decades.According to Radar Online, they became close friends after The Girl in…
Lacey Chabert admits she finally ‘gets it’ after becoming mom
on August 3, 2026 at 3:23 pm
Lacey Chabert admits she finally ‘gets it’ after becoming momLacey Chabert is a proud mother of a daughter. But with becoming a mum, she has a full-circle moment of realization.Her parents, she revealed, were strict. Given that Chabert made her debut at just seven – the same age her daughter…
Charlize Theron steals the spotlight in wild plastic skirt at The Odyssey promotion
on August 3, 2026 at 2:54 pm
Charlize Theron steals the spotlight in wild plastic skirt at The Odyssey promotionAs The Odyssey is making a killing at the global box office, Charlize Theron, who starred as nymph Calypso, drew attention through her plastic skirt.She stepped into the wild outfit during the Greek epic’s…
Jameela Jamil’s Ariana Grande comments draw backlash amid weight scrutiny
on August 3, 2026 at 2:15 pm
Jameela Jamil’s is facing backlash after making controversial remarks about Ariana Grande have resurfaced after the singer and actress pulled out of a London musical over “ongoing public scrutiny.”According to producers, she plans to withdraw from the public eye for a break from the intense…
US states sue Trump administration over new tariffs on 60 trading partners
by Edward Helmore on August 3, 2026 at 10:35 pm
Coalition of 25 states asks US Court of International Trade to halt tariffs and declare them them unlawfulTrump imposes fresh tariffs on dozens of trading partnersA coalition of 25 US states sued the Trump administration on Monday over new tariffs pegged at 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, calling them a pretext for replacing import taxes struck down by the supreme court in […]
Ukrainian drone attacks on Black Sea resort and Crimea kill 11, Russia claims
by Pjotr Sauer and Angus Thomson on August 3, 2026 at 10:04 pm
Seven people, including three children, dead after ‘drone debris’ strike beach in seaside town, says Russian taskforceUkrainian drone attacks on a Black Sea resort and the annexed Crimea peninsula killed 11 people, Russian officials said after blaming Ukraine for another explosion that killed five people in a Moscow restaurant.Seven people, including three children, were killed when “drone […]
Benjamin Alire Sáenz, first Latino winner of PEN/Faulkner award, dies aged 71
by Abené Clayton on August 3, 2026 at 9:44 pm
Celebrated writer, poet and novelist for young adults drew upon his sexuality and life on US southern border Benjamin Alire Sáenz, an award-winning fiction writer and poet who drew upon his sexuality and his life on the southern border, has died at age 71. He was the first Latino to win the PEN/Faulkner prize.Sáenz, who produced a story collection that won the PEN/Faulkner prize and a young […]
Rapists, child abusers and groomers will not leave prison early, says PM
by Rajeev Syal and Alexandra Topping on August 3, 2026 at 9:30 pm
Andy Burnham will also delay release of thousands of prisoners across England and Wales a month, until OctoberRapists, child sexual abusers and groomers will be excluded from early release plans to ease critical prison overcrowding in a major intervention by Andy Burnham.The prime minister said on Tuesday that he will delay the planned early release of thousands of prisoners across England and […]
Celebrity Hunted review – if this lot can outwit our national security, we’re all in trouble
by Lucy Mangan on August 3, 2026 at 9:00 pm
This near-hour of frothing wildness, in aid of Stand Up to Cancer, is utter chaos – interspersed with awareness-raising videos full of dignity and graceIf it’s early August, it must be Celebrity Hunted’s annual series in aid of the charity Stand Up to Cancer. The dozen famouses must evade capture for two weeks, which is a shorter time than civilians are required to manage it. Is it because […]
Benjamin Nygren edges Celtic past Dundee for winning start to title defence
by PA Media on August 3, 2026 at 8:58 pm
Benjamin Nygren was quickly back on the goal trail as Celtic began the defence of their Premiership title with a 1-0 home win over Dundee. Before the game, Celtic fans cheered as the captain, Callum McGregor, unfurled the flag which confirmed again a 14th title win in 15 seasons.It was all a bit flat in a first half with Martin O’Neill’s side struggling to get into their stride as the […]
Fresh US-Iran talks are ‘last chance’ for Tehran to avoid war escalating, Trump says
by Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor on August 3, 2026 at 7:36 pm
US president expects negotiations to begin in next day or two but Iran says it is not reviving talks with WashingtonNew talks between Washington and Tehran are the “last chance” for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation of US strikes on the country, Donald Trump said on Monday.Trump said he expected negotiations to begin in the next day or two to reopen the strait of Hormuz and create […]
Athens suitcase death: suspect admits hiding body but denies murder
by Helena Smith in Athens on August 3, 2026 at 7:36 pm
Police are focusing on Elisabeth-Jane Ross’s final hours in hope of discovering motive for her killingGreek authorities are investigating what may have motivated a 26-year-old Afghan man to kill a Scottish charity worker found dead in a suitcase in an abandoned building in Athens last month.Inquiries have focused increasingly on Elisabeth-Jane Ross’s last few hours alive and police believe […]
ICE detainee reveals video of drinking water apparently contaminated with worm-like creatures
by Sam Levin in Los Angeles on August 3, 2026 at 7:35 pm
‘Disturbing’ footage shared by California detainee surfaces amid wider complaints about conditions in ICE detentionAttorneys for a man detained in a California immigration detention center have released footage showing him holding up a bottle of water from inside the facility that appeared to be contaminated with worm-like creatures.The footage came from a video call with Carlitos Ricardo […]
Charlton up for sale again as US owners look to cash in after three years
by Exclusive by Matt Hughes on August 3, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Owners led by Gabriel Brener paid £15m in 2023Buyer would be the club’s fifth owner in six yearsCharlton’s US owners have put the club up for sale just three years after taking over at the Valley. The ownership group is understood to have engaged Oakwell Sports Advisory to find what would be the club’s fifth owner in the past six years.In a sales deck sent to potential investors, which has […]
More European countries’ FAs withdraw support for Infantino as pressure intensifies
by Nick Ames and Matt Hughes on August 3, 2026 at 7:24 pm
FA no longer endorses Fifa president for re-electionWales and Serbia join Finland in withdrawing backingEuropean countries began turning their backs on Gianni Infantino as moves intensified across the globe to end his crisis-hit tenure as Fifa president.The Football Association was the highest-profile of several Uefa member associations to drop its support for Infantino’s proposed re-election […]
US cyclosporiasis outbreak kills two people in Michigan, officials say
by Richard Luscombe and agencies on August 3, 2026 at 6:49 pm
US sees first fatalities due to intestinal illness, though both had significant underlying health conditionsTwo people have died from cyclosporiasis in Michigan, the state’s health department said on Monday, marking the first fatalities in the largest US outbreak of the intestinal illness.“According to medical records, both individuals had significant underlying health conditions that […]
Former neo-Nazi activist selected as Tory candidate for Somerset council election
by Ben Quinn Political correspondent on August 3, 2026 at 6:45 pm
Joshua Bonehill-Paine, creator of satirical Crewkerne Gazette, has convictions including for harassing a Jewish MPA former neo-Nazi activist with convictions including for harassing a Jewish MP has been selected as a Conservative candidate for a local election in Somerset.Joshua Bonehill-Paine, the creator of the viral Crewkerne Gazette series of AI clips, is due to stand for election to Somerset […]
What chaos? Farage tries to distract with immigration plans | Politics Weekly UK
by Presented by Jessica Elgot and Alexandra Topping , produced by Nada Smiljanic and Frankie Tobi , music by Axel Kacoutié ; the executive producer is Maz Ebtehaj on August 3, 2026 at 6:38 pm
Reform UK is not having a good time. This morning while announcing their latest immigration plans, Nigel Farage somehow reignited his spat with the Restore Britain leader, Rupert Lowe. To make matters worse Farage’s deputy, Richard Tice, is under investigation by the parliamentary standards watchdog. Are Reform UK’s rehashed immigration plans just a distraction from their internal party […]
Wildfires rage across Washington as drought and heat fuel painful summer: ‘It’s not normal’
by Dani Anguiano on August 3, 2026 at 6:23 pm
Hundreds of structures damaged as firefighters battle to contain 15 major wildfires amid extreme heat and droughtFirefighters in Washington state are battling wildfires that have forced 60,000 people to flee and destroyed hundreds of buildings as drought and extreme heat fuel an “extraordinary” fire season in the Pacific north-west.Fifteen major blazes are raging across the state, David […]
Sigrid Haugset stuns Tour de France Femmes favourites by storming to stage win
by Jeremy Whittle in Poligny on August 3, 2026 at 6:10 pm
Norwegian breaks clear in stage three to take overall leadHaugset: ‘I never thought it was possible, it’s unreal’Sigrid Haugset, the Norwegian national champion, shocked the established order in the Tour de France Femmes, breaking away alone for 90km, to take the overall lead after winning stage three to Poligny.“I never thought it was possible,” she said, after realising she had taken […]
Judge orders return of alleged victim of trafficking sent to France under ‘one in one out’ scheme
by Diane Taylor on August 3, 2026 at 5:52 pm
Ruling quashes Home Office policy to refuse asylum seekers’ right to have trafficking claims reconsidered after initial rejectionA high court judge has ordered the Home Office to bring an alleged victim of trafficking forcibly removed to France under the “one in one out” scheme back to the UK.It is the first ruling of its kind and could lead to more people affected by the “one in one […]
Emma Raducanu to miss US Open with leg injury in latest fitness setback
by PA Media on August 3, 2026 at 5:40 pm
2021 US Open champion out with stress fracture in legRaducanu also missed Wimbledon through injuryEmma Raducanu will miss the US Open because of the stress fracture in her right leg that she sustained during the grass-court season and forced her to pull out of Wimbledon.It is understood that following consultation with her medical team, Raducanu has concluded she will be unable to play in New […]
Apple launches legal challenge against UK government demand to access data
by Rachel Hall on August 3, 2026 at 5:35 pm
The Home Office has made a fresh request for ‘back door’ access to encrypted iCloud data belonging to British usersApple has launched a new legal challenge against a UK government demand to access its customers’ highly encrypted data, a year after the Home Office agreed to abandon its previous request.The US tech company launched the legal complaint last month at the Investigatory Powers […]
The Guardian view on events in Ceuta: chaos and tragedy are weaponised by the far right | Editorial
by Editorial on August 3, 2026 at 5:30 pm
Instead of finger-pointing at Spain, mainstream EU leaders should be showing solidarity with its prime minister, Pedro SánchezAt least 72 people are believed to have died late last week, most of them drowned or crushed as they joined tens of thousands of others in attempting to swim from Moroccan waters to the Spanish exclave of Ceuta. Yet the scale of that human tragedy has […]
STAT+: California Supreme Court sides with Gilead in ‘duty’ to innovate case
by Ed Silverman on August 3, 2026 at 8:56 pm
The California Supreme Court sided with Gilead Sciences in a closely watched case over whether the company had a “duty” to innovate.
STAT+: Eli Lilly to allow more patients to apply for special access to unapproved obesity drug
by Lizzy Lawrence and Elaine Chen on August 3, 2026 at 5:27 pm
Doctors are asking how to get retatrutide for their patients, after Eli Lilly gave one man early access.
Michigan reports the first 2 U.S. deaths related to a diarrhea-causing parasite
by Associated Press on August 3, 2026 at 4:59 pm
Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan in the first confirmed deaths in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite, state health officials announced.
STAT+: Medicare eliminates key pathways used by ‘breakthrough’ devices for extra payments
by Katie Palmer on August 3, 2026 at 3:41 pm
Medicare is removing flexibilities that have allowed “breakthrough” medical devices to leapfrog qualifications for extra payments.
STAT+: Is there a pharma mega-merger in the making?
by Meghana Keshavan on August 3, 2026 at 1:18 pm
Moderna’s imminent FDA vaccine decision, TCGX launches $400M Asia biotech fund, and more biotech news
by Ed Silverman on August 3, 2026 at 1:11 pm
AstraZeneca stock fell as investors balked at reports of merger talks with Bristol Myers Squibb about forming one of the world’s biggest drugmakers
New York’s assisted-dying law moves forward
by Theresa Gaffney on August 3, 2026 at 12:58 pm
Medicaid work requirements in effect in Nebraska, AI scribes in med school, and more health news from Morning Rounds
by Ed Silverman on August 3, 2026 at 12:12 pm
Sandoz agreed to pay $478.5 million to settle allegations that the company engaged in a conspiracy to artificially inflate and manipulate prices.
STAT+: BioNTech names Guido Oelkers its new CEO
by Andrew Joseph on August 3, 2026 at 11:25 am
Guido Oelkers will take over as the new CEO of BioNTech, replacing company cofounder Ugur Sahin.
Opinion: I’m a neurologist. I’ve delivered ALS diagnoses. Then I received one myself
by Christopher Campos on August 3, 2026 at 8:30 am
“Losing the ability to speak has taught me how quickly society conflates physical dependence with diminished personhood,” writes Dr. Christopher Campos.
STAT+: Are AI scribes useful tools in medical education, or a crutch that imperils learning?
by Lauren Chan on August 3, 2026 at 8:30 am
Educators want future physicians to be fluent in AI scribes, but they worry what off-loading clinical notes to AI could do to learning.
by Humayun Chaudhry and Christy Valentine Theard on August 3, 2026 at 8:30 am
The leaders of the Federation of State Medical Boards weigh in on the question of licensing AI to practice medicine.
Heart transplant candidates fail if they get too weak. New program tries inpatient prehab
by Elizabeth Cooney on August 3, 2026 at 8:30 am
Patients often get weaker waiting in the hospital for heart transplant. A cardiologist had an idea: inpatient prehabilitation.
STAT+: Senate measure would block Trump plan to politicize federal grants, for now
by John Wilkerson on August 2, 2026 at 11:55 pm
A White House proposal to subject research grants to political scrutiny meets at least a temporary roadblock in the Senate.
STAT+: Michigan Supreme Court ruling allows probe into Lilly insulin pricing
by Ed Silverman on August 2, 2026 at 6:14 pm
Lilly was accused of charging “grossly” excessive prices for different insulin products that forced some patients to ration or forgo the drug.
STAT+: Trump administration revises rebate pilot for 340B drug discount program, angering hospitals
by Ed Silverman on July 31, 2026 at 5:02 pm
The Trump administration is revising its rebate pilot for the 340B drug discount program, angering hospitals.
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
by Ed Silverman on July 31, 2026 at 2:47 pm
From new hires to departures, promotions and transfers, here are the latest comings and goings in the pharmaceutical industry.
by Ed Silverman on July 31, 2026 at 1:28 pm
An FDA advisory panel recommended use of an experimental Replimune treatment for advanced melanoma that the agency has rejected twice
STAT+: Novo Nordisk inflammation-targeting drug misses mark in heart disease study
by Elaine Chen on July 31, 2026 at 12:32 pm
A Novo Nordisk drug missed the mark in a heart disease study, raising questions about targeting inflammation to prevent cardiovascular complications.
Federal government could improve infectious disease monitoring, says federal government
by O. Rose Broderick on July 31, 2026 at 12:28 pm
The new CDC director nominee moves to the full Senate vote, Medicaid work requirements will not be delayed, and more health news
by Jennifer Ouellette on August 3, 2026 at 8:13 pm
Also: Cyborg diving suits for cockroaches, why sleepy sperm whales blow bubbles, Betelgeuse’s companion star.
by Robert Pearlman on August 3, 2026 at 7:21 pm
The orbiting observatory in minifigure scale.
by Nate Anderson on August 3, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Top scores increased by 5x.
by Jonathan M. Gitlin on August 3, 2026 at 4:10 pm
At $25,305, you won’t find many new cars for less. But you get what you pay for.
by Eric Berger on August 3, 2026 at 2:41 pm
A Louisiana launch site would offer several significant advantages.
by Sarah J. Morath, The Conversation on August 3, 2026 at 1:33 pm
Trump’s DOJ says citizens should no longer be able to enforce environmental laws.
by Matthew MacConnell on August 3, 2026 at 11:00 am
Automotive lights are better than they’ve ever been, but there’s a trade-off.
by Stephen Clark on August 1, 2026 at 6:20 pm
“We believe that a capture of Swift, an attempted capture of Swift, is very much in the cards.”
by Jennifer Ouellette on August 1, 2026 at 3:19 pm
Christopher Nolan’s impressionistic remix of Homer’s epic poem finds the man behind the myth.
by Samuel Axon on August 1, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Reddit may still be considering ending its licensing deal with Google.
by Cyrus Farivar on August 1, 2026 at 11:30 am
Autonomous vehicle giant disturbs residents’ sleep.
by Kim Zetter, wired.com on August 1, 2026 at 10:05 am
A removable chip lets hackers inspect their badge—and keep using it after Defcon.
by Jacek Krywko on August 1, 2026 at 10:00 am
Tracking smells in turbulent air takes a keen sense of direction and sharp memory.
by John Timmer on July 31, 2026 at 10:17 pm
Some group with no modern descendants contributed a lot to our genomes.
by Beth Mole on July 31, 2026 at 9:51 pm
The term “Milwaukee Shoulder Syndrome” was coined in 1981, based on cases in four women.
by Ryan Whitwam on July 31, 2026 at 9:35 pm
Someone in Cuba or Iran can keep installing APKs with no new restrictions, but devs will suffer.
by Ashley Belanger on July 31, 2026 at 9:19 pm
Reddit advances lawsuit accusing Perplexity AI of conspiring with web scraper.
by Dan Goodin on July 31, 2026 at 8:39 pm
Had the hacks used conventional methods, someone would likely go to prison.
by Jeremy Hsu on July 31, 2026 at 8:21 pm
“What on earth is Google doing?” Misinformation fears spur walk-back of AI tool.
by Nate Anderson on July 31, 2026 at 7:04 pm
LemonLime’s CEO got “carried away” with tattoo gimmick.
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on July 31, 2026 at 10:33 pm
A century ago, resident wolves were eliminated from the park. In 1995, biologists brought them back, marking a historic reintroduction of a top carnivore
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on July 28, 2026 at 8:40 pm
Ever since that first daguerreotype on a light-sensitive metal plate, eclipse observations have continued to unveil the star’s corona and bring people together to experience the solar system’s majesty
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on July 27, 2026 at 6:22 pm
By cannibalizing their siblings in the womb or avoiding meat-eating pliosaurs, fearsome carnivores like the megalodon ballooned to proportions that would dwarf any shark alive today
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on July 21, 2026 at 4:48 pm
In a recent study, researchers dated a historic lahar called the Electron Mudflow to the summer of 1507, establishing a way to determine when past geologic events around the Puget Sound occurred
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on June 29, 2026 at 4:02 pm
In the latest research, telescope observations of 3I/ATLAS examine its chemical structure and suggest that it took shape in a peripheral region of a relatively calm planetary system
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on June 26, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Since 2008, rules requiring ships to slow down to avoid collisions with North Atlantic right whales have reduced fatalities of the critically endangered animals. Now, NOAA is calling the regulations into question, raising concerns for the mammals’ future
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on June 18, 2026 at 6:15 pm
The fossil turned out to be a hatchling of a crocodile-like creature, and it suggests, according to a new study, that early animals did not use metamorphosis to evolve to dwell on land
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on June 15, 2026 at 12:00 pm
The sky was a very dangerous place in the early days of commercial aviation. By flying into storms to learn how they worked, these experts made air travel and weather forecasting much more predictable
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on June 11, 2026 at 10:00 am
Medical procedures used to be a scream-filled endurance test until doctors at this Boston institution learned to tame the pain of patients
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on June 5, 2026 at 5:52 pm
Wide-ranging research suggests that as temperatures increase, some creatures pick fights while others struggle to learn. The findings hint at consequences that may ripple through ecosystems
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on June 5, 2026 at 11:00 am
Aldo Leopold’s writing reconsidered the place of humans in the natural world and challenged people to be less conquerors of the land and more citizens of it
Rebecca Hendin on Britain’s air con debate – cartoon
by Rebecca Hendin on August 3, 2026 at 5:04 pm
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Scottish seabird hunt cancelled for first time in 400 years
by Robyn Vinter on August 3, 2026 at 4:56 pm
NatureScot refuses licence for hunt on Hebridean island of Sula Sgeir in which up to 2,000 gannet chicks are killedA controversial Scottish seabird hunt will not go ahead for the first time in 400 years, in what campaigners have called a “victory for common sense”.In the annual guga hunt, up to 2,000 gannet chicks are killed over a 10-day period on the uninhabited Hebridean island of Sula […]
Romania blasts rock to divert water from drought-hit Danube to nuclear reactor
by Lorenzo Tondo and agencies on August 3, 2026 at 2:40 pm
Hungary and Romania face energy crisis as record-low river levels force atomic power plants to reduce outputRomanian naval forces carried out a controlled explosion to help redirect vital cooling water from the drought-hit Danube to the country’s last working nuclear reactor, while neighbouring Hungary said it may be able to eke out two more days of power from its only atomic […]
From living roofs to rainwater harvesting: the future of sustainable homes
by Diana Budds on August 3, 2026 at 2:00 pm
A new book, Homes for Our Time, by Philip Jodidio, showcases the quiet revolution in green residential architecture Continue reading…
Suspected mass bird flu deaths found in second state as Murray Watt warns ‘this is the beginning’
by Lisa Cox and Petra Stock on August 3, 2026 at 10:27 am
Environment minister says Australia has ‘long and difficult journey’ and says more mass mortality events likelyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAerial surveillance has detected mass bird deaths in a second Australian state in another suspected escalation of the spread of deadly H5 bird flu.The environment minister, Murray Watt, said on Monday Australia had begun “a […]
by First Dog on the Moon on August 3, 2026 at 6:24 am
What a vibrant marketplace of ideas Sign up here to get an email whenever First Dog cartoons are publishedGet all your needs met at the First Dog shop if what you need is First Dog merchandise and prints Continue reading…
Eastern Washington fires destroy 600 structures and force 60,000 to evacuate
by Associated Press on August 2, 2026 at 11:33 pm
Wildfires in and around Spokane have stretched ability of federal and local agencies to fight blazesWildfires in eastern Washington state forced the evacuation of 60,000 people in the Spokane area while destroying at least 600 homes, businesses and other structures, authorities said on Sunday.The fires in and around Spokane, the state’s second largest city, burned about 8.2 sq miles (about 21 […]
Two helicopters collide outside Athens as Greece battles to control wildfires
by Helena Smith in Athens and agencies on August 2, 2026 at 5:36 pm
Fire department says two-person crew of one aircraft killed in incident during gale-force winds to west of capitalTwo firefighting helicopters have collided west of Athens, killing the two-person crew of one of the aircraft, as efforts to control a massive wildfire barrelling towards the outskirts of the Greek capital intensified.Footage showed one of the helicopters losing control in the face of […]
The Guardian view on drought: hot, dry conditions make inequality starker | Editorial
by Editorial on August 2, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Water is a vital shared resource, and privatisation has made a just transition harder Compared with rising heat-related deaths, and devastating wildfires in the Cairngorms and Suffolk, the announcement that the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is considering moving its hydrangea collection from Surrey to Greater Manchester and North Yorkshire might seem unimportant. But it points to […]
by Emma Beddington on August 2, 2026 at 1:00 pm
August usually sends me into an anxious funk, but I think I’ve worked out how to handle 2026’s terrifying heat and apocalyptic imagesUnfortunately for hairdressers, “How’s your summer going?” is a loaded question this year. Even basking lizards and barbecue obsessives are wavering in their sun worship as cataclysmic wildfires engulf our nearest neighbours (and threaten the UK), Wales […]
‘I have an understanding housemate’: the student who makes videos of fungus on faeces
by Patrick Greenfield on August 2, 2026 at 8:00 am
Alfred Drummond-Herdman’s extraordinary timelapses have been viewed by millions – and led him to identify new speciesAlfred Drummond-Herdman is possibly the only person in the UK who is sent animal faeces in the post out of goodwill. His bedroom in Edinburgh is full of the stuff: clothes have been removed from his wardrobe and cupboards, replaced with terrariums and plastic containers housing […]
Heatwave scorching western US ups risk of hazardous fire conditions
by Uwa Ede-Osifo on August 1, 2026 at 11:39 pm
In Oregon and Washington, low humidity and powerful winds have put officials on alert for wildfire spreadA heatwave scorching the western US region has elevated the risk of hazardous fire conditions particularly in parts of Oregon and Washington, where low humidity and powerful winds have put officials on alert for wildfire spread.The National Weather Service has forecast blistering temperatures […]
Democrats’ ‘climate hushing’ prompts activists to turn up the volume
by Dharna Noor on August 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Nationwide actions seek to counter view that talking about climate crisis distracts from affordability messagingThis summer, torrential rains have washed away Texas neighborhoods, dangerous heat has blanketed swaths of the country, and smoke from Canadian wildfires has choked communities as far south as Florida.Research makes clear that global warming is making extreme weather events more […]
Water cuts loom as US unveils long-awaited response to Colorado River crisis
by Gabrielle Canon on July 31, 2026 at 5:38 pm
Federal government plan outlines cuts of roughly 40% to California, Arizona and Nevada but fix is likely to be only temporaryThe US government released its anxiously awaited plan for how to manage the Colorado River crisis on Friday, which includes the potential for harsh cuts in water supplied to California, Arizona and Nevada.Under the proposal, the so-called lower basin states stand to lose up […]
Huge great white spotted traveling off US and Canada as shark sightings surge
by Oliver Milman on July 31, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Contender, largest tagged male great white, heading north as overheating oceans alter range of several shark speciesThe largest tagged male great white shark in the Atlantic Ocean has been identified traveling up the US and Canada coastline amid a surge in sightings of sharks that are increasingly shifting their movement patterns due to the overheating of the oceans.The great white shark, named […]
Week in wildlife: snub-nosed monkeys, amorous cobras and a milk-snatching fox
by Joanna Ruck Deputy head of photography on July 31, 2026 at 9:13 am
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‘I’m super proud of him’: father of teen lifeguard recounts dramatic ocean rescue
by Ramon Antonio Vargas on July 29, 2026 at 10:00 am
Ryder Williams, 16, saved a boy from drowning in Santa Cruz, California – the first rescue of his careerA rookie, teenage California lifeguard who saved a young boy from drowning amid massive waves – while a bystander recorded dramatic video – has spent his whole life preparing for such a moment, according to his father.Ryder Williams, 16, said he refused to let go of the child because he […]
Ships stuck in strait of Hormuz pose ‘super-spreader’ biodiversity threat, scientists warn
by Matthew Pearce on July 29, 2026 at 5:00 am
Biologists say cargo ships stranded in Gulf may carry highly potent invasive species around the world as trade resumesMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe closure of the strait of Hormuz has created conditions for an extreme global biodiversity threat, with scientists warning that thousands of stranded ships could spread invasive marine species across the world’s oceans once they begin […]
Could ‘Godzilla’ El Niño bring the hottest year on record? – video explainer
by Damien Gayle, Laure Boulinier and John Farrell on July 28, 2026 at 10:50 am
The Earth keeps getting hotter and experts fear this year’s El Niño, nicknamed ‘Godzilla’ because of its predicted intensity, could raise global temperatures by up to 3.6C. Environment correspondent Damien Gayle spoke to climate scientists to understand how the weather phenomenon and the climate crisis pose a huge threat to the planet‘Super’ El Niño could cause global food price shock […]
How one man’s near-death experience led to the discovery of the first Jurassic sea dragon in Wales
by Donna Ferguson on July 28, 2026 at 9:00 am
Matthew Myerscough’s remarkable find is one of many detailed in his new book. But his journey into fossil hunting began years earlier, when he was caught in an avalancheWhen Matthew Myerscough walks along a beach, he cannot help hunting for fossils. “I think my fossil radar is always on – even if I’m not looking, it’s hard sometimes to not see things,” says the 40-year-old civil […]
by Aeon Video on August 3, 2026 at 10:01 am
A scientist, artist and mother, Ani Liu contemplates how power and control shape the body in her taboo-breaking artworks- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by David Polansky & Daniel Schillinger on August 3, 2026 at 10:00 am
Far from thinking that ‘might makes right’, the great historian’s analysis of war identifies a vice common to all states- by David Polansky & Daniel SchillingerRead on Aeon
by Jan Eijking on July 31, 2026 at 10:00 am
Through international organisations, they wield power under the pretence of simply following the experts. Don’t believe them- by Jan EijkingRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on July 30, 2026 at 10:01 am
Meet Bể, part of Vietnam’s vital but overlooked network of recyclers – a workforce predominantly made up of elderly women- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by J F Martel on July 30, 2026 at 10:00 am
When early humans first painted cave walls, they began to find out who they really were: our minds emerged from our images- by J F MartelRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on July 29, 2026 at 10:01 am
We are living in a golden age of pseudoscience. Here are three helpful tools for separating science from its imitator- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Wes Brown on July 28, 2026 at 10:00 am
My father’s death sent me to the jiu-jitsu mat. Then came defeat, low testosterone and the lure of a chemical cheat code- by Wes BrownRead on Aeon
In search of the northern cassowary
by Aeon Video on July 27, 2026 at 10:01 am
Join the search for the elusive cassowary, a big bird that plays an outsized role in maintaining its rainforest home- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Takeshi Morisato on July 27, 2026 at 10:00 am
Black philosophers now feature on Western curricula, but the European tradition diminishes their radicalism into reassurance- by Takeshi MorisatoRead on Aeon
by Stephani Sutherland on July 24, 2026 at 10:00 am
Allan Basbaum has spent 50 years searching the nervous system for the places where pain begins – and where it can be stopped- by Stephani SutherlandRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on July 23, 2026 at 10:01 am
To the trained eye, the personalised homes of Queens, NYC, evoke everything from a Venetian streetscape to a Chinese temple- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Sofía Cándano on July 23, 2026 at 10:00 am
Rooted in Brazilian modernism, anthropophagy devours and transforms culture, subverting colonial fears of cannibalism- by Sofía CándanoRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on July 22, 2026 at 10:01 am
Inside the lab of a biologist who is seeking to understand intelligence by focusing on problem-solving, not neurons- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Nidal Taibi on July 21, 2026 at 10:00 am
Jean Meslier, a rural French priest, argued that religion is designed to produce subjects who will automatically obey- by Nidal TaibiRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on July 20, 2026 at 10:01 am
A 1979 doc examining the life and ideas of B F Skinner, with a focus on his radical, controversial behaviour experiments- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Carlos Noreña on July 20, 2026 at 10:00 am
A dramatic shift in perspective is producing a much bigger, broader and more exciting view of ‘the ancient world’- by Carlos NoreñaRead on Aeon
by Ananya Palivela on July 17, 2026 at 10:00 am
Every 122 years, Venus crosses the Sun as a black and fleeting teardrop, kindling the awe of all those who dare to know- by Ananya PalivelaRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on July 16, 2026 at 10:01 am
In an ingenious restoration project, the humble oyster shell is transformed into a powerful tool to halt coastal erosion- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Anton Cebalo on July 16, 2026 at 10:00 am
While Vienna’s coffeehouses bred modernism, in Belgrade’s kafanas grew conspiracy and rage. Their clash consumed Europe- by Anton CebaloRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on July 15, 2026 at 10:01 am
What does it mean to make art in the age of inexhaustible AIs? An animator ponders his purpose and reclaims some control- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon