Mathematicians Juan Aguilera, Joan Bagaria, and Philipp Lücke have discovered two new cardinals that defy the traditional hierarchy of infinities, sparking a new wave of research in set theory. Their findings suggest that the mathematical universe is more complex and chaotic than previously thought, with far-reaching implications for our understanding of infinity. Forecast for 6…
The recent article from Science News highlights the ongoing struggle to teach evolution in schools across the United States. From the Scopes trial in 1925 to the present day, there have been numerous attempts to undermine the teaching of evolution, with creationism and intelligent design being used as alternatives. Despite setbacks, the fight for science…
Voi, a shared micromobility startup, is eyeing acquisitions, with Bolt’s micromobility business on its wishlist. However, Bolt’s CEO has expressed concerns about Voi’s ability to offer a better user experience. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by micromobility companies in achieving profitability and the importance of data-driven operations. Forecast for 6 months: Voi and Bolt…
Scientists at the European X-ray Free Electron Laser (XFEL) have made a groundbreaking discovery by capturing the first detailed view of the microstructure of liquid carbon. This achievement will help refine models of liquid carbon, enabling important insights into the role it plays in the interior of ice giant planets like Uranus and Neptune. The…
Researchers have discovered that the Bogong moth, a species found in Australia, uses the stars to navigate its annual migration to the Snowy Mountains. The moths, which are the first known invertebrates to use stellar cues for navigation, fly over 1,000 kilometers to reach their destination, a feat that is comparable to humans using the…
A widespread internet outage occurred on Thursday, affecting various services including Cloudflare, Spotify, and Discord. The outage was caused by a Google Cloud issue, which has since been mitigated. The incident highlights the interconnectedness of modern technology and the potential for widespread disruptions. Forecast for 6 months: As the world becomes increasingly reliant on cloud…
A team of researchers at the University of Rochester has developed a new solid-state laser that can make precise optical measurements at a vast number of points per second, while sweeping across a broad range of optical wavelengths. This breakthrough could lead to the miniaturization of optical metrology, with potential applications in fields such as…
The demand for sustainable food solutions has led to a surge in lab-grown meat companies, with Aleph Farms, Believer Meats, and BioBetter at the forefront of this revolution. These companies are using cell-based technology to produce meat without harming animals or the environment, making it possible for future generations to enjoy meat without the guilt….
The United States is facing a nuclear waste crisis, with over 90,000 metric tons of spent fuel stored at reactor sites across the country. Despite plans for an ambitious new generation of nuclear reactors, a solution to storing the dangerous, long-lived refuse remains elusive. The Supreme Court has recently weighed in on the issue, allowing…
Astronomers in China have made a groundbreaking discovery in the Milky Way, observing a rare eclipsing binary pulsar, PSR J1928+1815. This pulsar, a rapidly spinning neutron star, is partially eclipsed by an orbiting companion star every few hours. The discovery sheds new light on how binary star systems evolve and could help scientists study the…