Technology

A major new study in *The Lancet* reveals that global diabetes cases among adults have doubled over the past three decades, now affecting over 800 million people worldwide. This study, the first to provide a comprehensive analysis of global diabetes rates and treatment availability, shows a significant rise in diabetes prevalence, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Conducted by scientists …

Space has once again puzzled scientists with an unexpected event: a defunct satellite from over 50 years ago, Skynet-1A, has somehow drifted thousands of miles from its intended position. Originally meant to spend its final days in a stable, collision-free orbit, the satellite is now inexplicably hovering above the Americas. Launched in 1969 for British military communications, Skynet-1A was positioned …

Meta has lowered the price of its ad-free subscription services for Facebook and Instagram by 40 percent for users in the European Union, aiming to align with regional regulatory requirements. According to a CNBC report, the company will also allow EU users to access Facebook and Instagram for free if they agree to view ads based on a reduced set …

Researchers have identified a unique mollusk, described as a “mystery sea slug,” in the ocean’s midnight zone. Known as *Bathydevius caudactylus*, this nudibranch, or sea slug, is the first of its kind discovered in such deep waters. It stands out with a glowing, apple-sized body, a paddle-like tail, and a large, gelatinous hood. Nudibranchs are generally soft-bodied marine mollusks, yet …

Researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) have explored a method to produce power on Mars using thermoelectric generators. Their study reveals that these generators, which work on modest temperature differences, could support CO2 conversion into useful fuels and chemicals. The study’s findings suggest that harnessing temperature differences in various environments might enable CO2 to be converted into valuable …

People across the Midwest, including in Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas, were left stunned by the sight of mysterious glowing objects falling from the sky and breaking apart as they moved over multiple states. The streaks of bright lights, seen around 9 pm ET, lasted for about a minute and sparked speculation among witnesses. Many wondered if they were seeing …

Millions of years ago, a series of supernova explosions is thought to have created a distinctive low-density region called the Local Hot Bubble (LHB). This massive cavity, spanning at least 1,000 light-years, contains our solar system and is heated to around a million degrees. However, due to the sparse atoms within it, the high temperature has minimal impact on objects …

A volcanic comet orbiting within the inner solar system, known as 29P/Schwassmann-Wachmann (or 29P), has recently become exceptionally active, erupting four times over a 48-hour span. This burst of energy has made it almost 300 times brighter than usual, puzzling scientists who are unsure what triggered this sudden surge. Measuring about 60 kilometers across, 29P belongs to a rare group …