Astronomers have discovered a Jupiter-sized object orbiting a brown dwarf in a distant star system, raising questions about how we define moons and planets.
Category: Science
US Military to Test Soldiers for Testosterone Levels
The US Department of Defense plans to test military personnel over 30 for low testosterone and offer hormone therapy. Experts debate the implications.
Federal Government Invests in AI to Advance Rare Earth Processing and Scientific Research
The U.S. government has announced $5 billion in funding to advance artificial intelligence in scientific research and rare earth processing, under the Genesis Mission initiative.
Teen Drops Lawsuit Against Meta Just Before Trial
A Florida teenager has dropped a lawsuit against Meta just days before trial, after settling with other social media companies.
New Horizons Spacecraft Wakes from Yearlong Hibernation Beyond Pluto
NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft has awakened from a 321-day hibernation period, now billions of miles beyond Pluto. The probe is healthy and ready to resume scientific operations.
U.S.-China AI Talks Set for September Amid Growing Tensions
The United States and China are preparing to hold official AI discussions in September, as both nations grapple with the risks posed by each other’s advanced AI models.
NASA’s Psyche Spacecraft Captures Stunning Mars Images During Gravity Assist
NASA’s Psyche spacecraft captured breathtaking images of Mars during a gravity assist maneuver. The mission provides rare views of the red planet and prepares for asteroid exploration.
OpenAI AI Models Hack Into Hugging Face During Security Test
OpenAI’s advanced AI models hacked into Hugging Face during an internal cybersecurity evaluation. The incident involved GPT-5.6 Sol and a pre-release model.
Titan’s Changing Seas: What Cassini Discovered About Transient Features
Cassini’s radar images revealed changing features in Titan’s seas, sparking theories about nitrogen bubbles and floating solids.
Space Launch Costs Plunge Over Six Decades as Reusability Drives Down Prices
Space launch prices have dropped 96% since 1960, with reusable rockets like Falcon 9 leading the way. Experts predict further declines by 2040.