Science
- ScienceReuters
Scientists use genetic engineering to create mice with two male parents
Scientists in China have manipulated embryonic stem cells to create laboratory mice with two male parents that managed to live to adulthood - though with significant developmental abnormalities - in what they are calling a noteworthy achievement in mammalian genetic engineering. If further refined, the research could prove valuable, according to the scientists, in potential future efforts to prevent the extinction of critically endangered species and could inform the field of regenerative medic
4 min read - ScienceCNN
Tiny QR codes help scientists track bee movements
New insights into bee movements and life cycles have been uncovered after researchers tracked the insects using tiny QR codes glued onto their backs.
3 min read - ScienceReuters
Work progresses on giant telescope in Chile's Atacama Desert
Dozens of boxes holding mirrors are placed along a remote desert hill in northern Chile as workers make progress in the construction of the Extremely Large Telescope, planned as one of the most capable astronomical observatories ever assembled. The telescope, currently about 60% complete, is intended to search for evidence of potential life on planets beyond our solar system - called exoplanets - and peer back in time to look for the universe's earliest stars and galaxies. It is a 1.45 billion
2 min read - WorldCBS News
Doomsday clock ticks down, closest ever to "global catastrophe"
The decades-old international symbol is meant to be a metaphor showing how close humanity is to catastrophe.
3 min read - ScienceThe Conversation
Medical research depends on government money – even a day’s delay in the intricate funding process throws science off-kilter
A member of a grant review panel explains the ins and outs of applying for research funding – and the consequences of when the process suddenly stops.
5 min read - TechnologyThe Conversation
Engineering the social: Students in this course use systems thinking to help solve human rights, disease and homelessness
Control systems keep your house warm and your car’s speed constant, but they could also help address societal problems.
3 min read - ScienceSpace
Scientists find hints of the dark universe in 3D maps of the cosmos
Computer algorithms can model the universe, matching simulations to observations and revealing the distribution of dark matter.
6 min read - LifestyleCBS News
Astronaut stuck in space "trying to remember what it's like to walk"
Astronaut Suni Williams said she's trying to remember what it's like to walk after being stuck in space for almost seven months.
2 min read - ScienceNBC News
66-million-year-old vomit fossil discovered in Denmark
Some discoveries are hard to stomach — literally.
1 min read - LifestyleAssociated Press
Egg prices are soaring. Don't expect that to change anytime soon
Bird flu is forcing farmers to slaughter millions of chickens a month, pushing U.S. egg prices to more than double their cost in the summer of 2023. While it is fatal to a variety of animals, those species can generally carry it without getting sick, which offers the virus a chance to mutate and thrive.
5 min read - ScienceSpace
What time is Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket 'moon gravity' launch today? Here's how to watch live
Blue Origin's NS-29 New Shepard rocket will launch on Jan. 28 at 11:30 a.m. EST (1630 GMT) if all goes well. Here's what to know
7 min read - ScienceSpace
Supermassive black holes in 'little red dot' galaxies are 1,000 times larger than they should be, and astronomers don't know why
"Little red dot" galaxies discovered by the James Webb Space Telescope in the early cosmos appear to be ruled by supermassive black holes that are 1,000 times too massive.
7 min read - USNBC News
Earthquake off Maine rattles New England
An earthquake off the Maine coast rattled New England on Monday, causing shaking in parts of the state, as well as in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
1 min read - ScienceSpace
India's space agency completes 1st Gaganyaan astronaut crew capsule
The Indian Space Research Organization has completed its first Gaganyaan astronaut crew capsule, marking another milestone in the country's pursuit to develop homegrown technology for independent human spaceflight capabilities.
3 min read - ScienceCNN
Earth’s recent ‘mini-moon’ may be an actual piece of the moon, astronomers say
An asteroid that orbited near Earth for a few months as a mini-moon may be a chunk of the moon that was blasted off by an impact thousands of years ago.
7 min read - WorldCNN
Climate change is disrupting food systems across Latin America, UN report says
Violent weather exacerbated by climate change fueled hunger and food insecurity across Latin America and the Caribbean in 2023, according to a new United Nations report.
3 min read - ScienceSpace
SpaceX launches 21 Starlink satellites to orbit from Florida (photos)
SpaceX launched 21 more of its Starlink internet satellites today (Jan. 27) from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
1 min read - ScienceCBS News
66-million-year-old vomit found by amateur fossil hunter
A paleontologist hailed the discovery as "truly an unusual find," adding it helped explain the relationships in the prehistoric food chain.
2 min read - WorldAssociated Press
Study projects millions of European heat deaths as world warms
Extreme temperatures — mostly heat — are projected to kill as many as 2.3 million people in Europe by the end of the century unless countries get better at reducing carbon pollution and adapting to hotter conditions, a new study says. Currently, cold temperatures kill more people in Europe than heat by large margins.
4 min read - ScienceSpace
To decode dark energy, the Rubin Observatory will find millions of exploding vampire stars
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory is set to detect millions of exploding vampire stellar remnants called "white dwarfs," shedding light on dark energy.
6 min read - TechnologySpace
NASA's new supersonic X-59 jet hits the afterburner (photos)
NASA and Lockheed Martin recently released photos of the X-59 "quiet" supersonic jet conducting tests of its afterburner, blasting out a column of fire while in the hangar.
3 min read - LifestyleThe Conversation
Understanding paranormal beliefs and conspiracy theories isn’t just about misinformation – this course unpacks the history
Though paranormal theories are at odds with modern science, adherents have often tried to prove their beliefs with sciencelike methods.
4 min read - ScienceYale Environment 360
Microplastics Block Blood Flow in Brains of Mice
A new study finds microplastics can block the flow of blood in the brains of mice. The study comes on the heels of other research showing, for the first time, that microplastics can lodge in human brains.
1 min read - ScienceSpace
Why Comet G3 (ATLAS) will be 'remembered as the Great Comet of 2025' (photos)
C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) is one of the few comets on record that became bright enough to be visible in the daytime without optical aid like binoculars or a telescope.
11 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NFL coaching hires: Grading and ranking each one, including Cowboys' surprise and Bears' big splash
Which team made the best hire at head coach this offseason?
6 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance UK
FTSE 100 and US stocks higher as DeepSeek concern continues
European and US markets were in positive territory as investors continue to digest the potential impact of DeepSeek.
1 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
Trump's orbit is trying to calm markets on tariffs — even if Trump has a different approach
New mixed messages this week about President Donald Trump's implementation of tariffs are flummoxing markets and businesses hoping for clarity on the 2.0 version of Trump's trade policy.
5 min read - USYahoo News
California wildfires latest: Rain brings relief — and mudslides — to burn areas in Los Angeles
More than an inch of rain fell in parts of Los Angeles Monday afternoon, triggering flash flood watches and warnings in areas scorched by this month's wildfires.
1 min read - StyleYahoo Life Shopping
'My daughter stole it': This trendy, flattering sweater is down to just $13
The soft striped pullover has a forgiving fit to keep you confident and cozy.
4 min read - SportsUncrowned
WWE Raw results and highlights (Jan. 27): Cody Rhodes, CM Punk tease WrestleMania match
"WWE Raw" set the table for Saturday's Royal Rumble — plus some potential storylines for WrestleMania 41.
9 min read - NewsThe Yodel
Who is affected by Trump's federal funding freeze, DeepSeek disrupts AI race and 'The Bachelor' premieres with a twist
Get caught up on this morning’s news: A federal funding freeze, “The Bachelor” premiere and more in today’s edition of The Yodel newsletter
5 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
DeepSeek sell-off reminds investors of the biggest earnings story holding up the stock market
Big Tech's rapid earnings growth finally slowing has been a risk to the market strategists have been talking about for more than a year.
3 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
The lessons for Canada, Mexico, and China from Trump's 10-hour trade war against Colombia
A brief standoff with Colombia holds important lessons for how future trade conflicts might unfold in the new Trump administration.
5 min read - CelebrityYahoo Celebrity
'It Ends With Us' dispute latest updates: Justin Baldoni apologizes to Blake Lively in leaked audio; trial date is set for March 2026
The behind-the-scenes drama between It Ends With Us co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has escalated into one of Hollywood’s most contentious legal battles.
2 min read - BusinessEngadget
Boom’s XB-1 jet breaks the sound barrier for the first time
It's the first time a civilian plane has flown faster than the speed of sound while over the United States.
1 min read - TechnologyEngadget
Incention is a desperate attempt to make new Hollywood IP with AI, fans and the blockchain
Incention is a new Hollywood platform for creating franchises using the combined powered of AI, the blockchain and user generated content. And it sounds like a disaster.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Cooper Flagg, No. 2 Duke survive scare with NC State to remain undefeated in ACC play
Duke lost freshman Khaman Maluach after he vomited on the baseline late in their win over NC State on Monday night.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Jim Knowles bails for Penn State & more way too early 2025 predictions | College Football Enquirer
On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde react to the news of Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles leaving for the same position at Penn State. They discuss the implications for James Franklin and what to expect from the Nittany Lions in 2025.
1 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Apple, Meta Platforms rise to lead 'Magnificent 7' stocks amid AI washout
Apple stock jumped Monday, proving itself resilient to the widespread AI stock sell-off Monday prompted by the release of Chinese firm DeepSeek’s new cost-effective artificial intelligence model.
2 min read - LifestyleYahoo Shopping
Bethenny Frankel has a clever buy for keeping butter soft: 'This is amazing'
The former 'Real Housewife' is sharing her love of a little-known kitchen gadget — here's where you can get one.
2 min read - EntertainmentUncrowned
Pro wrestling power rankings: Who are WWE, AEW's best as the Royal Rumble looms?
As the 2025 Royal Rumble looms, which WWE and AEW superstars reign supreme atop the pro wrestling world?
10 min read - TechnologyTechCrunch
How to switch off Apple Intelligence on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Apple released new software updates on Monday, including iOS 18.3, which automatically opts users into Apple Intelligence, at least for newer devices. Unlike what the tech industry seems to think, or wants to believe, not everyone wants generative AI features enabled by default on their devices. You may want to switch off the new AI features because you are concerned about the AI industry’s impact on the environment or some of the political views of the industry’s top players, or you just don’
2 min read - StyleYahoo Life Shopping
Revlon's universally flattering lip balm got a 'silky' update — it's down to $9
'Rivals any high-end brand': Skin care meets makeup in this reformulated, newly hydrating fan favorite.
3 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Wall Street hopes to get rid of a bad Elon Musk bet
Wall Street banks are hoping this is the week when they can start to recover more from the bad bets they made on Elon Musk’s 2022 Twitter buyout.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
New Raiders coach Pete Carroll eager to compete again after year away from football
Carroll wants everyone in the organization to continually strive to get better, saying "You're either competing or you're not."
4 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
I'm a deal-tracking pro — today's best sales include Apple, Patagonia and Shark
I found deals on a cozy Patagonia fleece, a Shark vacuum, an Aquasonic toothbrush, Rubbermaid food containers — and more.
2 min read - PoliticsAFP
Trump freezes federal aid to Americans, triggering fury
President Donald Trump ordered a freeze starting Tuesday on potentially trillions of dollars in federal funding to Americans, impacting everything from education grants to small businesses loans -- and sparking accusations that he is violating the constitution.It also sparked accusations from Democrats that the Republican president is violating the constitution by usurping Congress's power to control the US budget.
3 min read - USThe Hill
Trump signs 4 new executive orders, transforming military
President Trump signed a bevy of new executive orders Monday evening that have the potential to significantly transform the Defense Department (DOD). The new orders prevent transgender people from openly serving in the military, greenlight the process of developing a missile defense shield to protect the U.S., and reinstate service members that voluntarily left or…
2 min read - CelebrityE! News
Suits ' Gabriel Macht Reveals He and His Family Moved Out of the U.S.
Suits alum Gabriel Macht shared he and wife Jacinda Barrett, as well as their kids Satine and Luca, have relocated out of the United States.
13 min read - USNBC News
Indiana man pardoned for Jan. 6 crimes is killed in traffic stop shooting by deputy
An Indiana man who was recently pardoned for his participation in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot was shot and killed during a traffic stop by a sheriff's deputy Sunday.
2 min read
