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In a cosmic first, astronomers detect 2 sibling supernovas that came from a pair of bound stars
by olivia.maule@futurenet.com (Olivia Maule) on July 30, 2026 at 8:25 pm
Astronomers have identified a supernova remnant beside the well-known Jellyfish Nebula (IC 443), and evidence suggests both are the wreckage of two stars that once orbited each other before exploding separately.
Scientists discover 2 new ‘ghost’ lineages that contributed DNA to modern humans
on July 30, 2026 at 7:57 pm
A new method of analyzing modern humans’ DNA is revealing secrets about our extinct ancestors.
Scientists put cameras on whale sharks for the first time and saw something they’d never seen before
by olivia.maule@futurenet.com (Olivia Maule) on July 30, 2026 at 7:37 pm
Animal-borne cameras have revealed that the world’s largest fish spends far more time feeding below the surface than scientists realized.
500-year-old Inca mummies prove that European colonists brought devastating smallpox to the Americas
on July 30, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Ancient DNA from Chilean mummies is the first ever molecular evidence that European colonizers brought smallpox to the Americas, decimating Indigenous populations.
40,000-year-old bird figurines the size of a thumbnail discovered in German cave
by kkillgrove@livescience.com (Kristina Killgrove) on July 30, 2026 at 5:43 pm
Two newly discovered bird carvings reveal early humans’ keen eye for artistry in the ice age world 40,000 years ago.
A unique antibody system may help explain bats’ unusual tolerance of viruses
on July 30, 2026 at 4:53 pm
Researchers found that vesper bats use two separate sets of genes to build antibodies — a rare evolutionary quirk that may give them different ways to fight infection.
Inflammation may trigger persistent ‘out-of-body’ experiences, emerging research hints
on July 30, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Researchers are investigating whether immune dysfunction can help explain dissociative disorders.
How to build the perfect solar eclipse kit for any budget
on July 30, 2026 at 11:00 am
Whether you have $50 or $1,000 to spend, here’s how to build an eclipse kit for Aug. 12, 2026.
by kkillgrove@livescience.com (Kristina Killgrove) on July 29, 2026 at 7:47 pm
A new lidar survey of dense Amazonian rainforest has revealed hundreds of earthworks made by a mysterious civilization two millennia ago.
on July 29, 2026 at 7:00 pm
A Long March 3B rocket was struck by lightning in front of a packed crowd, around 30 seconds after lifting off from a Chinese spaceport. Despite this, the spacecraft survived its ascent and successfully deployed its payload in orbit.
Antarctica just experienced minus 119 F, Earth’s coldest temperature since 2012 — here’s why
on July 29, 2026 at 6:54 pm
Too hot? Head to the Concordia research station in Antarctica, where “astronauts of ice” just experienced near-record-breaking cold.
by olivia.maule@futurenet.com (Olivia Maule) on July 29, 2026 at 5:46 pm
A century-old mystery about the night sky’s famous “shoulder star” may finally be solved, as astronomers capture the sharpest image yet of a small star tucked close beside the dying Betelgeuse.
Monkeys have a basic intuition for geometry, study suggests
on July 29, 2026 at 4:43 pm
Baboons and macaques appear to use some of the same mental strategies as humans when matching shapes, suggesting that the foundations of geometry evolved in a common ancestor.
by pandora.dewan@futurenet.com (Pandora Dewan) on July 29, 2026 at 4:36 pm
The prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz may pose significant biosecurity hazards as well as economic impacts, with potentially devastating consequences for global ecosystems and human health.
High-powered lasers can wirelessly charge drones mid-flight
on July 29, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Chinese researchers have successfully charged a drone using just a laser, in a breakthrough that could change how we approach unmanned flight
How to watch ‘Expedition X: Atomic Sharks’ – stream ‘Shark Week’ 2026 from anywhere
on July 29, 2026 at 1:00 pm
How to watch “Expedition X: Atomic Sharks” online, as Phil Torres and Heather Amaro investigate the effects of nuclear fallout on the Marshall Islands’ waters.
‘Demon cavefish’ discovered under WWII chemical weapons facility in Alabama
on July 29, 2026 at 12:21 pm
Introducing demon cavefish ( Demogorgonichthys arcanus); the rare eyeless predators that have been hiding in plain sight below a military base for decades.
Which solar eclipse viewing method is right for you?
on July 29, 2026 at 11:00 am
From eclipse glasses to smart telescopes, here are eight safe ways to experience the Aug. 12, 2026, solar eclipse
Catch an orange ‘Buck Moon’ rise tonight before a month of solar and lunar eclipses
on July 29, 2026 at 10:05 am
July’s full moon will be at its best on the night of July 29. It’s the last regular full moon before a total solar eclipse and partial lunar eclipse in August.
Strategy books $8.2 billion Q2 loss on bitcoin price decline
by Krisztian Sandor on July 30, 2026 at 8:32 pm
The world’s largest corporate bitcoin holder says it has built a cash reserve covering more than two years of dividend payments after investors questioned its growing stack of preferred securities.
Coinbase sinks 5% after missing second quarter revenue estimates
by Helene Braun on July 30, 2026 at 8:18 pm
The company reported $1.22 billion in overall revenue, down from $1.5 billion in the year prior.
Global banks test tokenized money for cross-border payments in $1 million BIS pilot
by Krisztian Sandor on July 30, 2026 at 5:34 pm
Twenty-eight banks, including JPMorgan, Citi and UBS, moved real money across borders in a live test of blockchain-based settlement.
Ondo Finance weighs acquisition worth up to $500 million
by Will Canny on July 30, 2026 at 4:04 pm
The tokenized-assets firm is considering an acquisition valued at $250 million to $500 million as consolidation accelerates across crypto infrastructure.
CME’s Duffy warns an overlooked tax risk looms over U.S. perpetual futures
by Aoyon Ashraf on July 30, 2026 at 2:33 pm
CME CEO Terry Duffy said a court battle over whether perpetual futures are swaps or futures could eventually affect how the IRS taxes the contracts. Independent legal experts say the issue remains unresolved.
The economics behind Aave proposal to ditch 6 chains that earn loose change in revenue
by Shaurya Malwa on July 30, 2026 at 2:25 pm
A governance proposal would shut deployments on Sonic, Scroll, zkSync, Metis, Soneium and Aptos, and retire 50 asset markets elsewhere. Deposits on some have fallen more than 90%.
JPMorgan says fading Clarity Act odds weigh on crypto outlook
by Will Canny on July 30, 2026 at 2:06 pm
The bank said deteriorating prospects for U.S. market structure legislation remove a key catalyst for digital assets, even as tokenization and institutional adoption advance.
Institutional crypto trading hits a record 72% as Wall Street calms crypto’s wild swings
by Helene Braun on July 30, 2026 at 1:55 pm
A new report from market maker Wintermute found that institutions now dominate crypto trading, driving lower volatility, selective altcoin flows and growth in tokenized assets.
Ethereum enters its second decade after a year of upheaval at the foundation
by Margaux Nijkerk on July 30, 2026 at 1:52 pm
Few periods in Ethereum’s 11-year history have brought as much change, from leadership shakeups at the Ethereum Foundation to institutional adoption, as the past year has.
Fake staking site drains $8.5 million in XRP from dozens of investors promising easy yield
by Olivier Acuna on July 30, 2026 at 1:35 pm
Seoul police say the amount of the scam might rise to nearly $20 million. Two alleged scammers were detained and a third remains at-large.
by Matthew Fisher on July 30, 2026 at 1:00 pm
The perpetual — the 24/7, leveraged contract that crypto invented and then perfected — is no longer just a way to trade crypto, says Katana Network’s Matthew Fisher. It’s becoming the way to trade everything.
Telegram faces terror-related legal action in Australia one day after founder is charged by Russia
by Olivier Acuna on July 30, 2026 at 12:09 pm
The platform faces a fine of up to $38 million for allegedly failing to remove terror-related content.
Bitcoin ETFs on track for the smallest monthly inflows ever
by Omkar Godbole on July 30, 2026 at 11:18 am
Your day-ahead look for July 30, 2026
South Korea plans to tax crypto gains over $1,740 as political battle moves to parliament
by Francisco Rodrigues on July 30, 2026 at 11:17 am
The country plans on taxing cryptocurrency gains from Jan. 1, 2027, signaling that it does not intend to postpone the measure for a fourth time.
Crypto’s resilience tested as oil rises after Iran strikes, Fed signals rates could still rise
by Oliver Knight on July 30, 2026 at 10:56 am
Bitcoin held near $64,000 despite the Fed’s hawkish split, Iranian ballistic missiles and an 8% surge in oil overnight that sent the Dow down 2.2% and the Nasdaq to a three-month low.
BitRiver founder charged in Russia with $12.5 million fraud
by Olivier Acuna on July 30, 2026 at 10:02 am
Igor Runets has been transferred to a pre-trial detention facility from house arrest as he faces accusations of failing to deliver on a contract.
Crypto exchange Luno cuts 20% of staff amid automation push and retail trading slumps
by Francisco Rodrigues on July 30, 2026 at 9:54 am
The DCG-owned company previously cut 35% of staff in January 2023 citing tough market conditions.
Live updates: Bitcoin holds above $64,000 as Nasdaq surges on AI trade comeback
by Shaurya Malwa on July 30, 2026 at 9:01 am
The Nasdaq gained more than 2%, with Microsoft higher by 15% after its cloud unit grew at the fastest pace in four years while it held the line on spending.
Bitcoin and ether markets are ruled by perps. SpaceX showed how far their influence can go
by Shaurya Malwa on July 30, 2026 at 9:00 am
Perpetual futures drive much of the price discovery for bitcoin and ether. When traders pointed the same machinery at a private company, they priced the biggest IPO in history more accurately than Wall Street, and then watched the stock walk away from them.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 30, 2026 at 9:37 pm
Bitcoin Magazine ‘Bitcoin Senator’ Cynthia Lummis Blasts Democrats For Stalling Crypto Clarity Act Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis has again attacked the Democrats for holding back the long-awaited crypto Clarity Act. Speaking on the Crypto in America podcast Thursday, Lummis said that the bill could have been passed months ago but is unfairly being held back. Lawmakers are hoping the […]
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 30, 2026 at 9:00 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Posts $8.2B Loss As BTC Price Suffered The Bitcoin treasury company posted massive losses but aims to continue making digital credit a “new asset class.” This post Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Posts $8.2B Loss As BTC Price Suffered first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 30, 2026 at 7:57 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Legendary Investor Ray Dalio Still Holds Bitcoin — But Only 1% of His Portfolio Ray Dalio still prefers the precious metal over “digital gold.” This post Legendary Investor Ray Dalio Still Holds Bitcoin — But Only 1% of His Portfolio first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 30, 2026 at 6:07 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Urges Lawmakers to Vote on Clarity Act, Quotes Satoshi Nakamoto The Treasury Secretary slammed Democrats for holding back the landmark legislation. This post Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Urges Lawmakers to Vote on Clarity Act, Quotes Satoshi Nakamoto first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 30, 2026 at 4:45 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Professional Law Enforcement Group Backs Crypto’s CLARITY Act, Adding Pressure Before August Recess The Major Cities Chiefs Association is the latest to throw their support behind the crypto bill. This post Professional Law Enforcement Group Backs Crypto’s CLARITY Act, Adding Pressure Before August Recess first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 30, 2026 at 3:28 pm
Bitcoin Magazine NYSE-Listed AI Company Taps Lightning Network to Pay Employees In Bitcoin Some of the company’s laser-eyed employees wanted their salaries in Bitcoin. It was easier than expected. This post NYSE-Listed AI Company Taps Lightning Network to Pay Employees In Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 30, 2026 at 2:02 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Spanish Bank Banco Santander Reveals $4.3M Bitcoin Investment Spain’s largest bank is the latest to buy Bitcoin exposure via BlackRock’s IBIT ETF. This post Spanish Bank Banco Santander Reveals $4.3M Bitcoin Investment first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Juan Galt on July 30, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Bitchat Mesh App Defies India Cybercrime Notice After Protesters Use It During Network Restrictions The open-source Bitchat app, designed to work without internet or central servers, continued functioning and spreading peer-to-peer after authorities targeted its GitHub code. This post Bitchat Mesh App Defies India Cybercrime Notice After Protesters Use It During Network […]
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 29, 2026 at 9:04 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis Slams Democrat Lawmakers For Dragging Their Feet Over Clarity Act The pro-crypto senator is the latest to come out and try to get the bill over the line. This post Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis Slams Democrat Lawmakers For Dragging Their Feet Over Clarity Act first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
by Mathew Di Salvo on July 29, 2026 at 7:34 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Barely Budges as Fed Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged The leading cryptocurrency didn’t move much — and it wasn’t clear what the Fed will do next. This post Bitcoin Barely Budges as Fed Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
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 […]
Quantum Physics Could Help Us Find Earth 2.0
by Andy Tomaswick (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/andy-tomaswick) on July 30, 2026 at 2:56 am
When astronomers talk about directly imaging an exoplanet that is orbiting a far away star, the analogy they most commonly go with is trying to spot a fireflight next to a massive search light. An Earth-like exoplanet is incredibly dim – usually between 100 million and 10 billion times fainter than its host star. Understandably, that makes them very difficult to see. But a new paper from Hyunsoo […]
Astronomers Use “Blind Stacking” to Uncover Invisible Space Junk Threatening Geosynchronous Orbit
by Andy Tomaswick (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/andy-tomaswick) on July 30, 2026 at 2:00 am
Geostationary orbit (GEO) is arguably one of the most important orbital spaces we have. So it’s critical that we keep it clear of debris that could destroy the valuable GPS, weather tracking, and communications satellites already in this orbit. Unfortunately, that is easier said than done; small pieces of debris at that altitude can slip past even our most sensitive sensors. But now, a new paper […]
Scientists Map Moon Regolith to Aid Lunar Bases
by Laurence Tognetti, MSc (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/laurencetognetti) on July 30, 2026 at 1:52 am
A strong foundation is key for any building construction, and this doesn’t just apply to construction on Earth. As humanity slowly expands throughout the many worlds of our solar system, and possibly beyond, understanding the planetary surfaces is key to constructing long-lasting habitats beyond Earth. Thus, it’s only natural this venture begins with our own Moon, which is the target of a […]
Tracking Satellites and Space Debris Using Radio Antennae
by Carolyn Collins Petersen (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/cc-petersen) on July 30, 2026 at 12:08 am
Every year, thousands and thousands of satellites get launched into orbit around our planet. The result is an increasingly congested “space” above Earth populated by equipment that provides services to the surface. At the same time, these satellites affect ground-based astronomy research and create potential for damage when they eventually fall through Earth’s atmosphere to the ground. In […]
The Risks of Debris Between the Earth and the Moon for Future Exploration
by Matthew Williams (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/houseofwilliams) on July 29, 2026 at 10:38 pm
A new study from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) addresses the threat of debris in cislunar space, which could pose threats for future missions bound for the Moon.
Radio Astronomy is Getting a Big Boost from the VLA’s New Sky Survey
by Evan Gough (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/ion23drive) on July 29, 2026 at 9:09 pm
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory has completed a new survey with the updated Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico. It’s called the VLASS, the Very Large Array Sky Survey, and it’s the most detailed radio survey of the sky ever completed. The VLA used the power of its 28 movable dishes to complete the survey.
White Dwarfs Eat More Planetary Debris Than Thought, But Magnetic Fields Hide It
by Evan Gough (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/ion23drive) on July 29, 2026 at 6:57 pm
Planetary debris disks around white dwarfs appear to be more plentiful than thought. That’s because some white dwarfs are magnetic, and those magnetic fields create patches of metallic debris near the stars’ poles, where it’s more difficult to detect. This leads to an underestimation of debris, something new research is trying to correct.
Probing Binary Stars in the Small Magellanic Cloud with the JWST
by Evan Gough (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/ion23drive) on July 29, 2026 at 5:22 pm
Astronomers want to know how universal the initial mass fraction (IMF) of galaxies is. To do they that, they need to discern binary stars in other galaxies, a difficult task. Researchers used the JWST to study the Small Magellanic Cloud and determine how many binary stars are there, since they can confuse measurements of the IMF.
ESCAPADE Images Earth and Moon From Its Temporary Home
by David Dickinson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/david-dickinson) on July 29, 2026 at 2:46 pm
Sometimes, you have embark on a journey to appreciate home. The Escape and Plasma Acceleration and Dynamics Explorers (ESCAPADE) mission recently gave us just such a view of our homeworld and our large natural satellite, as seen from the spacecrafts’ temporary orbit around the Sun-Earth L2 Lagrange point.
A Wandering Black Hole Meets a Wandering Star
by Carolyn Collins Petersen (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/cc-petersen) on July 29, 2026 at 1:13 am
What happens when a black hole and a star meet in the middle of nowhere in a galaxy? It sounds like it could be a dramatic science fiction backdrop, with some hapless starship caught in the crunch. Actually, such encounters in real life are pretty rare. They happen maybe once every 100,000 years. But, when they do occur, the immense gravity of the supermassive black hole tears the star apart. […]
Samples of Lunar Rock Are Leading Scientists to Rethink the Moon’s History
by Matthew Williams (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/houseofwilliams) on July 28, 2026 at 11:44 pm
Based on a new analysis of the Chang’e-6 lunar samples, scientists are again questioning the timing and intensity of the Late Heavy Bombardment period.
Astrobiology Offers Crucial Window Onto Earth’s Distant Past And Future
by Bruce Dorminey (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/bruce) on July 28, 2026 at 10:48 pm
The search for extrasolar rocky planets circling other stars is more than mere science. It offers researchers a chance to gain crucial insight into how our own planet functions.
Love Farmhouse Style? See These Cracker Barrel Store Finds!
by strotter on July 30, 2026 at 10:30 pm
If you adore Cracker Barrel’s country atmosphere, then you’ll want to hear this: the chain’s famous gift shop sells a farmhouse collection that can instantly turn your home into a cozy sanctuary. With coasters, wall art, candlesticks and plenty of other fun finds under $20, there’s a little something for everyone—and every budget. Ready to
Can Stress Cause High Cholesterol? Why It May Spike Your Readings up to 20%
by Cailey Griffin on July 30, 2026 at 10:30 pm
So many of us think that high cholesterol is only caused by eating a diet rich in saturated fats or not exercising, right? Not quite. It turns out your stressful days could be quietly contributing to high cholesterol, even when you’re doing everything else right. We spoke with two cardiologists to understand how stress can
Zendaya Just Revealed Her Favorite Books, and We’re Taking Notes
by Carissa Mosness on July 30, 2026 at 9:40 pm
Between The Odyssey, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Dune: Part Three and The Drama, Zendaya is set to dominate screens everywhere this year. And while her acting chops consistently blow us away, her red carpet style is equally iconic. But you know what else is impressive? Her reading list! In a recent interview, the multi-talented actress
Arnold Schwarzenegger Celebrates Turning 79 With Special Birthday Surprise for Fans
by Allison Nemetz on July 30, 2026 at 9:21 pm
The Terminator himself is celebrating another trip around the sun—and instead of asking for gifts, he’s handing them out. Arnold Schwarzenegger, born July 30, 1947, in the tiny village of Thal, Austria, marks his 79th birthday today. And in classic Arnold fashion, the actor, former governor and lifelong fitness devotee is using the occasion to
This Hallmark Wine Advent Calendar Makes the Holidays Extra Cozy
by Raquel Lekic on July 30, 2026 at 8:30 pm
When December rolls around, many make it a ritual to tune in each night to Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas lineup. An entire holiday season full of new and original programming, there are dozens of films and shows to fill your evening with—and what better treat to pair that with than a glass of Hallmark Channel
Does SPF 100 Really Protect You Better Than SPF 30? What Your Sunscreen Actually Means
by Hanna Wickes on July 30, 2026 at 8:09 pm
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and more than 8,510 Americans are projected to die from melanoma in 2026, according to The Skin Cancer Foundation. The SPF number on your sunscreen bottle is one of the few everyday tools you have to lower that risk. But it is more complicated
Book of the Month’s August Picks Are Here, and They’re So Good
by Carissa Mosness on July 30, 2026 at 8:05 pm
If you’ve ever dreamed of getting book mail, now’s your chance because the highly popular book subscription box Book of the Month just announced its August lineup. From thrillers to historical fiction and even romance, this list has something for everyone—and the best part? If you sign up, you will get some of these books
Where is Jonathan Taylor Thomas? Everything You Need To Know About the ‘Home Improvement’ Star Today
by Raquel Lekic on July 30, 2026 at 7:47 pm
If you grew up watching Jonathan Taylor Thomas on the covers of every teen magazine, you’re in for a treat. The former Home Improvement heartthrob recently stepped back into the spotlight for a rare reunion photo with two of his TV family members, and it has fans of the beloved 1990s sitcom feeling all kinds
Holly Williams Just Dropped a $1 and up Dollar General Fall Line!
by strotter on July 30, 2026 at 7:06 pm
Did you love shopping the Holly Williams collection at Dollar General this past spring? Then you’ll want to hear this: The musician (and daughter of country music legend Hank Williams Jr.) has added even more items to her line—just in time for fall! From quaint dining room decor to beautiful living room finds, these new
The Savannah Bananas Spill Their Best Stories on the Team (Exclusive)
by Carissa Mosness on July 30, 2026 at 6:30 pm
The Savannah Bananas are taking the internet by storm right now. For those that are unfamiliar with them, the Bananas are a baseball team based in Savannah, Georgia who sing, dance and act silly throughout the games. Currently, the team tours all over the country but that didn’t stop players David “DR” Meadows and Reese
by Erika Solomon and Falih Hassan on July 31, 2026 at 4:18 am
Iran-aligned militias in Iraq were under growing pressure to disarm, but the latest strikes may embolden them to get more deeply involved in the war.
by Francesca Regalado on July 31, 2026 at 4:06 am
Nirmal Purja, an influential mountaineer, was part of a group struck by an avalanche on Broad Peak, an alpine organization said. A search effort was being mobilized.
by Selam Gebrekidan on July 31, 2026 at 4:01 am
Flaming chunks of metal crash into homes, farms and parking lots. Who’s to blame? And who pays for the damage?
by Andrew E. Kramer on July 31, 2026 at 4:01 am
The recently ousted Ukrainian defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, an advocate for drone and robot warfare, says Ukraine’s tech-heavy strategy will persist.
by Pranav Baskar on July 31, 2026 at 1:47 am
The peninsula on Morocco’s northern coast that Spain has governed for centuries has been a frequent site of mass migrant crossings and political tensions.
by Damien Cave on July 31, 2026 at 1:45 am
The seven-day visit, the longest since the two countries restored relations, is a show of mutual cooperation and a U.S. signal to China. But it comes during tensions over tariffs.
by David Shortell on July 31, 2026 at 12:54 am
The seaweed — a stinky, brown algae known as sargassum — has plagued Mexico and the broader region for more than a decade, but this year’s forecast is setting records.
by The New York Times on July 31, 2026 at 12:46 am
As the war between the United States and Iran widened, Saudi Arabia joined with over a dozen other countries, including Egypt and Turkey, to form a new defense coalition to stop attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.
by Jason Horowitz on July 31, 2026 at 12:25 am
The arrivals in Ceuta, a six-mile-long peninsula on Morocco’s northern coast that Spain has governed for centuries, have fueled political tensions.
by David Pierson and Berry Wang on July 30, 2026 at 11:31 pm
China’s A.I. rise is creating a new dilemma for Beijing. The open models that win influence abroad may pose risks to the country’s security and geopolitical strategy.
by Vivian Nereim, Michael D. Shear and Thomas Fuller on July 30, 2026 at 10:25 pm
As the U.S. and Iran exchange strikes, more countries are being touched — and some are joining in.
by The New York Times on July 30, 2026 at 10:08 pm
Have you had to cancel, reschedule or replan a trip to France, Spain or elsewhere because of raging fires or stifling heat? If so, we want to hear from you.
by Niki Kitsantonis on July 30, 2026 at 8:56 pm
Greece also worked to contain blazes on Lesbos and in the Peloponnese, where another firefighter died, in the midst of a brutal wildfire season for Europe.
by Neil Vigdor on July 30, 2026 at 8:51 pm
An appeals court in Canada acquitted Brandon Klayme of charges related to child sexual abuse imagery. His Kik username had one less underscore than another account that was involved.
by Alicia P.Q. Wittmeyer on July 30, 2026 at 8:47 pm
The United States is an outlier in the West. We look at why the country clings to the death penalty.
by Remy Tumin on July 30, 2026 at 7:53 pm
Nigeria, a coastal country in western Africa, was landlocked in the Sahara, among other errors. The department said it had been “hastily altered.”
by Zane Irwin and Stephanie Nolen on July 30, 2026 at 7:40 pm
The disease has killed more than 1,500 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo in just over two months, causing deaths faster than officials have ever recorded.
by Vivian Nereim and Michael D. Shear on July 30, 2026 at 6:53 pm
Facing attacks by Yemen’s Houthi militia, Saudi Arabia has invited dozens of countries to assist it in protecting shipping in the Red Sea, diplomats say.
by Alex Pena, Bethlehem Feleke, Michael Anthony Adams and Mark Boyer on July 30, 2026 at 6:27 pm
Residents in Bordeaux in southwestern France are doing everything in their power to stop a wildfire that’s been burning for more than a week. The flames are too spread out for professional firefighters to be everywhere, so for now, civilian volunteers are the only thing standing between the fire and a major French city.
Permit papers reveal new details of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding
on July 31, 2026 at 1:56 am
Permit papers reveal new details of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s weddingNew permit documents have revealed more details about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding at Madison Square Garden earlier this month.The paperwork was filed with the New York City Mayor’s Office by Winick Productions…
Zac Brown Band’s John Driskell Hopkins makes moving statement about his health
on July 31, 2026 at 12:29 am
Zac Brown Band’s John Driskell Hopkins makes moving statement about his healthJohn Driskell Hopkins recently made a moving statement about his health after he was diagnosed with ALS .For those unaware, the founding member of Zac Brown Band was diagnosed with ALS in December 2021 but remained…
Charli XCX reveals how husband George Daniel inspired new song
on July 31, 2026 at 12:27 am
Charli XCX reveals how husband George Daniel inspired new songCharli XCX has opened up about her relationship with husband George Daniel, saying he was the first person who truly understood her.Speaking on The Zane Lowe Show on Apple Music, the singer said her new song I’m Afraid was inspired by…
Zoe Saldaña shows ‘great deal of respect’ for ‘Lioness’ creator Taylor Sheridan
on July 30, 2026 at 11:44 pm
Zoe Saldaña shows ‘great deal of respect’ for ‘Lioness’ creator Taylor SheridanZoe Saldaña is singing praises of Taylor Sheridan for his ability to create “gender-fluid” characters in Lioness.Saldaña attended the third season of Lioness in New York City on…
Tom Holland shares vision for Spider-Man’s future
on July 30, 2026 at 11:33 pm
Tom Holland shares vision for Spider-Man’s futureTom Holland has revealed that there is already a plan for how the Spider-Man role will one day be passed on to another actor.The 30-year-old actor was speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast when he revealed that he and the team behind the films…
Who is Sam Smith’s fiancé? Everything to know about fashion designer Christian Cowan
on July 30, 2026 at 10:25 pm
Who is Sam Smith’s fiancé? Everything to know about fashion designer Christian CowanSam Smith is officially engaged to fashion designer Christian Cowan after about three years together.The word got out on Tuesday as the Grammy winner, 34, confirmed the engagement in a recent New York Times…
Tom Holland reveals Marvel’s secret plan for his Spider-Man exit
on July 30, 2026 at 10:11 pm
Tom Holland reveals Marvel’s secret plan for his Spider-Man exitSince 2016, Tom Holland has been essaying Spider-Man. But now, as a decade has passed, he shares that his exit has been in the works at Marvel.In a candid manner, he told the Happy Sad Confused podcast, “There’s a whole…
Arnold Schwarzenegger rings in 79th birthday with fitness challenge
on July 30, 2026 at 9:54 pm
Arnold Schwarzenegger rings in 79th birthday with fitness challengeArnold Schwarzenegger just marked his 79th birthday by hitting the gym and sharing an insider look at his birthday workout.The actor and former California governor shared some photos from the Gold’s Gym in Venice, California, along…
Shania Twain reveals ‘wonderful’ quality of husband Frédéric Thiébaud
on July 30, 2026 at 9:00 pm
Shania Twain reveals ‘wonderful’ quality of husband Frédéric ThiébaudShania Twain recently revealed why she believes her 15-year marriage has been a blessing for her.For those unaware, Twain and Frédéric Thiébaud tied the knot on January 1, 2011, in…
Bailey Zimmerman calls off Europe and UK tour shows
on July 30, 2026 at 8:12 pm
Bailey Zimmerman calls off Europe and UK tour showsBailey Zimmerman has cancelled his United Kingdom and Europe concerts.Taking to his Instagram on Thursday, July 30, the 26-year-old American country singer informed his fans about the cancellation of his shows.Zimmerman wrote, “I wanted to…
Jared Leto director slams critics questioning documentary’s timing
on July 30, 2026 at 7:47 pm
Jared Leto director slams critics questioning documentary’s timingWhen the BBC bombshell documentary brought out ten women accusing Academy-winning actor Jared Leto of sexual abuse, he categorically denied the allegation.But beyond the denial, chatter was set off on various online forums about the…
Marcus Mumford shares his biggest struggle about music
on July 30, 2026 at 7:31 pm
Marcus Mumford shares his biggest struggle about musicMarcus Mumford recently opened up about his wife Carey Mulligan’s unexpected rule about music at home.For those unaware, the 39-year-old British singer and Carey tied the knot in April 2012 and share three children together: Evelyn Grace,…
‘Wonder Man’ gets axed in shock move despite Season 2 renewal
on July 30, 2026 at 6:59 pm
‘Wonder Man’ gets axed in shock move despite Season 2 renewal Wonder Man, when debuted, was described by some critics as a fresh breath in Marvel, which was battling ‘superhero fatigue’.A signal of the series’ strong demand led Disney to renew the show for season two.But now Marvel shockingly…
Charlize Theron stuns at ‘The Odyssey’ Beijing premiere
on July 30, 2026 at 6:20 pm
Charlize Theron looked stunning in new videos and pictures as she arrived in China for the Beijing premiere of The Odyssey.Director Christopher Nolan and lead actor Matt Damon also joined Theron as they posed for pictures ahead of the premierePromoting The Odyssey in Beijing, Charlize Theron…
Jennifer Lopez’s twins: Facts about Emme and Max
on July 30, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Singer and actress Jennifer Lopez is the mom of her twins, Maximilian “Max” David Muniz and Emme Maribel Muniz . Misleading claims and fake news regarding her children has been on the rise since her daughter Emme came out as trans and decided to use he/him pronouns as Oskar. Jennifer Lopez…
Taylor Swift did not sue Ella Langley over hairstyle
on July 30, 2026 at 3:50 pm
An article published recently claimed that Taylor Swift has sued fellow American singer Ella Langley for copying her hairstyle.It was published by The Onion, a publication famous for satire, and most people seem to know that it was satire. However, some Taylor Swift fans in countries other…
Tom Holland’s biggest cheerleaders steal the spotlight at ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ premiere
on July 30, 2026 at 2:15 pm
Tom Holland’s biggest cheerleaders steal the spotlight at ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ premiereTom Holland has had a massive fanbase ever since he debuted as Peter Parker, also known as Spider-Man.But as his much-anticipated Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set to release in days, the actor’s biggest…
on July 30, 2026 at 2:05 pm
Ex FBI agent explains ‘when it went wrong’ for Nancy Guthrie as plot unwraps: Improvisers vs ProfessionalsRetired FBI negotiator and supervisory agent, Jason Pack recently came forward for an interview, to detail ‘where it went wrong’ for Nancy Guthrie. He shared his…
‘The Walking Dead’ gets new streaming home but isn’t leaving Netflix yet
on July 30, 2026 at 12:39 pm
‘The Walking Dead’ gets new streaming home but isn’t leaving Netflix yetThe Walking Dead season one debuted nearly two decades ago. Still, the franchise is drawing eyeballs.Now a new comprehensive five-year deal will attract more viewers after Netflix and AMC Global Media have inked an agreement…
Retired FBI agent gives step by step instructions to find Nancy Guthrie’s kidnappers
on July 30, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Retired FBI agent gives step by step instructions to find Nancy Guthrie’s kidnappersA retired FBI agent has just tugged at heartstrings with his revelations and comments about the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case that has entered its sixth month. He shared everything while speaking to Fox News…
Capricor’s data clash and a fugitive in the C-suite
by Allison DeAngelis, Adam Feuerstein,and Elaine Chen on July 30, 2026 at 7:03 pm
Is the FDA taking inconsistent approaches to Duchenne drugs? And how will a new batch of drug executives shake up their companies? Find out on the latest episode of “The…
Key Senate panel backs Trump’s picks for CDC, pandemic preparedness
by Chelsea Cirruzzo on July 30, 2026 at 2:17 pm
In win for RFK Jr., Senate committee sends nominations of Erica Schwartz for CDC director and Sean Kaufman for ASPR to full Senate.
Judge denies states’ motion to postpone Medicaid work requirement
by Anil Oza on July 30, 2026 at 1:45 pm
Federal judge denied 26 states’ request to postpone the implementation of Medicaid work requirements announced in June.
by Ed Silverman on July 30, 2026 at 1:22 pm
Unitaid found the rising price of oil could boost the cost of a widely used HIV medicine it reviewed in a detailed analysis.
by Ed Silverman on July 30, 2026 at 1:08 pm
An FDA advisory panel concluded clinical data for a Capricor treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy did not provide “substantial evidence” of efficacy
Ebola outbreak nears milestone, while a vaccine remains months away
by Theresa Gaffney and Helen Branswell on July 30, 2026 at 11:49 am
Medicaid work rules, FTC sues Hims, and more health news from Morning Rounds
STAT+: FDA expert committee votes in favor of Replimune’s melanoma treatment
by Matthew Herper and Elaine Chen on July 30, 2026 at 10:00 am
STAT is live-blogging a meeting of FDA experts to review Replimune’s experimental melanoma drug, RP1.
by Borna Nyaoke-Anoke on July 30, 2026 at 8:30 am
“The next 10 years of mycetoma care will determine whether it remains a story of neglect or becomes one of collective action,” writes Borna Nyaoke-Anoke.
Opinion: U.S. dependence on China is a national security risk
by Prashant Yadav, Thomas J. Bollyky, Rush Doshi, Paul Friedrichs,and Victor Suarez on July 30, 2026 at 8:30 am
“China is overtly seeking to displace U.S. leadership across the innovative biopharmaceutical value chain,” write authors of a Council on Foreign Relations report.
Chronically ill people face confusion over new Medicaid work rules and ‘medically frail’ exemption
by Isabella Cueto on July 30, 2026 at 8:30 am
Patients, advocates, and experts fear the difficulty in documenting a frailty exemption to Medicaid work requirements will lead to millions losing coverage.
by Sasha Chavkin, Ashley Okwuosa, Fernanda Aguirre Ruiz,and Romina Colman on July 30, 2026 at 4:05 am
Studies tied to Red Bull helped block warning labels about drinking alcohol along with energy drinks. Independent studies report risks in mixing the two.
NSF testing new Ph.D. model giving trainees academic and industry experience
by Jonathan Wosen on July 29, 2026 at 9:36 pm
Students working in fields eligible for NSF funding will be able to participate, including chemistry, engineering, and basic life science research that doesn’t deal directly with the treatment of disease.
STAT+: Latigo reports mid-stage success for would-be rival to Vertex’s pain drug Journavx
by Jonathan Wosen on July 29, 2026 at 9:00 pm
Latigo Biotherapeutics published positive data for an acute-pain drug meant to rival a Vertex medicine already on the market
STAT+: Hims misled consumers and violated their privacy, FTC alleges in a lawsuit
by Katie Palmer on July 29, 2026 at 6:45 pm
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission sued telehealth company Hims & Hers alleging business practices that agency says misled consumers.
STAT+: End of Medicare drug subsidy gives Democrats new attack line on rising out-of-pocket costs
by John Wilkerson on July 29, 2026 at 2:58 pm
The White House decision to end a Medicare drug subsidy plays into Democratic arguments ahead of the midterms.
by Ed Silverman on July 29, 2026 at 1:36 pm
The discovery that a fugitive had been working under an alias in the biotech industry prompted a question: How did he evade scrutiny for two decades?
STAT+: Why benchmarking clinical LLMs from OpenEvidence, Doximity is complicated
by Brittany Trang on July 29, 2026 at 1:29 pm
In this edition of AI Prognosis: A conversation about benchmarking leading clinical chatbots, investor view on AI in biopharma, and more.
Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in declining to answer questions before Senate panel
by Helen Branswell, Chelsea Cirruzzo,and Daniel Payne on July 29, 2026 at 12:55 pm
At a highly anticipated Senate hearing, Anthony Fauci evoked his Fifth Amendment right to refuse to answer questions about the Covid-19 pandemic and its origins.
A neglected issue in pedestrian, biker deaths
by Theresa Gaffney on July 29, 2026 at 11:50 am
Fauci’s testimony, visa time limits for research students, and more health news from Morning Rounds
STAT+: FDA expert panel recommends against approval of Capricor’s Duchenne drug
by Adam Feuerstein and Andrew Joseph on July 29, 2026 at 10:00 am
STAT is live-blogging an FDA meeting on Capricor Therapeutics’ treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, which has been the subject of a contentious regulatory review.
by John Timmer on July 30, 2026 at 3:59 pm
Three approaches to the issue of quantum results that can’t be verified classically.
by Samuel Axon on July 30, 2026 at 2:53 pm
Plus, a new policy for the AI protocol ensures features aren’t removed suddenly.
by Dan Goodin on July 29, 2026 at 10:07 pm
HAWK withstood years of testing that had yet to uncover a fatal weakness found through Mythos.
by Ashley Belanger on July 29, 2026 at 8:57 pm
Advertisers agreed to “reset” relationship with X.
by Jeremy Hsu on July 29, 2026 at 8:03 pm
Government ban on foreign-made robots may hinder instead of help US robotics.
by Jon Brodkin on July 29, 2026 at 7:33 pm
Comcast, accused of negligence, says lawsuit mischaracterized alleged events.
by Eric Bangeman on July 29, 2026 at 7:23 pm
Ars Pro subscribers get customizable layouts along with no ads and no trackers.
by Ryan Whitwam on July 29, 2026 at 6:08 pm
Google’s new API relies on parents to set age ranges in Family Link.
by Ashley Belanger on July 29, 2026 at 5:58 pm
Musk defends Grok, says Minnesota’s nudifying app ban is unconstitutional.
by John Timmer on July 29, 2026 at 5:37 pm
Companies are making sure we have a surplus of options for building qubits.
by Eric Berger on July 29, 2026 at 5:24 pm
“We’re feeling pretty good about that,” Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said.
by Renee Dudley, ProPublica on July 29, 2026 at 3:52 pm
Microsoft is on a mad dash behind the scenes to patch exploits before hackers find them.
by Kyle Orland on July 29, 2026 at 3:33 pm
Improved efficiency in EPP mode leads to ~32% jump in “1% low” frame rates.
by Jennifer Ouellette on July 29, 2026 at 3:16 pm
“I’m beginning to suspect we are not in Jumanji.”
by Jane Adkins, The Conversation on July 29, 2026 at 1:23 pm
AI is fantastic at spotting patterns, but human insight is the key.
by Ryan Whitwam on July 29, 2026 at 11:00 am
Deciding what’s real on the Internet won’t be easy in the future.
by Ashley Belanger on July 29, 2026 at 10:00 am
Expect bumps with X Money rollout as major US financial markets are excluded.
by Jonathan M. Gitlin on July 29, 2026 at 1:00 am
The new full-size flagship SUV starts at $87,700 when it goes on sale in Q4.
by Stephen Clark on July 28, 2026 at 10:09 pm
“Preliminary investigation shows that two of Link’s three reaction wheels currently are not operable.”
by Beth Mole on July 28, 2026 at 9:49 pm
Lab students were supposed to ID a mild germ. They all identified a deadly pathogen.
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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
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on June 4, 2026 at 1:00 pm
The Kepler telescope changed how we saw the sky. It’s just one of the devices we’ve sent out beyond the reach of humans to search our solar system
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
The looting of science fiction
by Ali Rıza Taşkale on July 14, 2026 at 10:00 am
Tech titans claim the genre inspired them. But all they’ve done is graft their politics onto stories of a better future- by Ali Rıza TaşkaleRead on Aeon
Patricia Evangelista on journalism
by Aeon Video on July 13, 2026 at 10:01 am
The ‘worst’ and ‘best possible’ job at once: what it’s like to dedicate your life to documenting crimes against humanity- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by David Robson on July 13, 2026 at 10:00 am
We are each a living story, written with those who raised us. But when my most loving co-author ghosted me, my story fractured- by David RobsonRead on Aeon