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Images of the star-filled universe in Euclidean space inspire a mission to explore the mysterious “Dark Universe”.

PARIS —  On Tuesday, European astronomers unveiled the initial pictures captured by the recently launched Euclid space telescope. This telescope has been specifically engineered to unravel the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy, which are believed to constitute 95%…

Why Sweden Going Smoke-Free May Not be Such Good ‘Snus’

Gothenburg, Sweden —  Sweden is on track to be the first smoke-free country in Europe, largely due to the widespread use of snus, a form of moist snuff that is inserted under the upper lip. However, there are concerns that…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the US will increase monitoring of individuals who have traveled for respiratory viruses.

On Monday, Ginkgo Bioworks and XWELL announced that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States will be broadening its surveillance program for travelers to also encompass the testing of respiratory viruses. The increase will occur…

Several homes are being constructed to withstand hurricanes and reduce emissions.

Five years ago, the Florida Panhandle was struck by Hurricane Michael, causing significant damage to the small coastal town of Mexico Beach. Bonny Paulson’s home, which sits on pillars 14 feet above ground, was surrounded by boats, cars, and trucks…

Is it necessary to have humanoid robots?

Creating a machine that combines human-like qualities with practical functionality has been a long-standing aspiration in the field of engineering, influenced by popular works of science fiction. Although the recent hype surrounding artificial intelligence has led to increased investments in…

The Duke of Cambridge, Prince William, has arrived in Singapore to attend the Earthshot Environmental Awards.

singapore —  On Sunday, Prince William arrived in Singapore to attend the Asia-based Earthshot Prize awards ceremony, which aims to recognize and assist individuals who are working towards combatting climate change and preserving our planet. As soon as he arrived,…

Volunteer medical professionals are striving to bridge the healthcare divide for migrants in Chicago.

CHICAGO —  Volunteer doctors utilize sidewalks as examination spaces and store medical supplies in large red duffle bags to provide care for the increasing number of migrants who arrive in Chicago without housing on Saturdays. The majority of students participating…

Is the Pace of Global Warming Increasing? Specialists Cannot Reach a Consensus.

A leading figure in modern climate science has issued a warning that the Earth is not only experiencing a gradual increase in temperature, but that the rate of this increase is alarmingly accelerating. This study has been met with some…

Offshore wind initiatives encounter financial challenges and pose a threat to President Biden’s clean energy objectives.

WASHINGTON —  The recent cancellation of two major offshore wind projects in New Jersey is another obstacle for the emerging U.S. offshore wind sector. This puts at risk the Biden administration’s plans to generate electricity for 10 million homes through…

The World Bank is set to hold a Climate Loss and Damage Fund, despite some concerns being raised.

On Saturday, countries made progress in establishing a fund to aid impoverished nations affected by climate disasters, despite concerns from developing countries and the US. The formation of a “loss and damage” fund at the United Nations climate talks in…