Farewell to Gaia, the European spacecraft that spent over a decade unraveling the mysteries of the Milky Way galaxy. Imagine being in space, surrounded by ancient star streams and peering into the secrets hidden within white dwarfs. That was Gaia’s reality for more than ten years as it diligently mapped the stars. The European Space

The Stand Up for Science rally at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington was a powerful display of unity among scientists, researchers, and concerned citizens. Amidst the iconic columns and echoing speeches, a sense of urgency permeated the air. The reason? A storm was brewing in the world of science – one that threatened to shake

The sun was shining bright when Dr. Smith received a call that would change the landscape of dementia prevention. As he leaned back in his leather chair, a large new study popped up on his screen, illuminating the potential connection between getting vaccinated against shingles and reducing the risk of developing dementia. Unveiling Groundbreaking Findings

Federal health workers across the country found themselves in a state of shock and uncertainty as they received unexpected layoff notices on a particularly gloomy Tuesday morning. The Trump administration’s plan to dismiss thousands of employees from various federal health agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug

— Commitment to Safety and Innovation Two NASA astronauts recently shared their unwavering confidence in Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Despite encountering issues during a previous mission, the astronauts expressed their belief in the team’s ability to rectify any challenges. “We’re going to rectify all issues that we encountered. We’re going to fix them. We’re going to

In the lush rainforests of Panama, a curious phenomenon unfolds beneath the canopy of towering trees. While lightning typically spells disaster for most living things, there is one tree species that seems to have an unusual relationship with this natural force – the Dipteryx oleifera, also known as the “lightning magnet” of the forest. “At

The decision made by the Trump administration to cut financial support for family planning programs in developing countries has elicited significant repercussions. With this move, nearly 50 million women are being deprived of access to contraception services that were previously facilitated through American aid. Shifting Policies with Far-reaching Consequences Amidst a broader trend of reducing

Federal Layoffs The Latest Tracking the Cuts Targeting Federal Agencies Veterans Affairs Turmoil Who Is in DOGE? Advertisement SKIP ADVERTISEMENT You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. — Secretary’s Cost-Cutting Measures A few days ago, Health Secretary

The ground trembled and buildings swayed in Bangkok, Thailand, a city more than 600 miles away from the epicenter of the earthquake that struck Myanmar. The distant quake caused chaos in Bangkok, with skyscrapers dancing ominously on its horizon. Imagine standing atop one of Bangkok’s towering structures as it gently rocks back and forth like

After nine and a half months aboard the International Space Station, NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore have finally returned to Earth. The journey back was not without its challenges, but these two space travelers are now safely on solid ground. During their first news conference post-return, held at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in