On Prince Edward Island, Canada Laura Kelly’s doorbell cam caught the exact moment a meteorite fell. In a big first, the cam also caught the sound it made on impact. It happened last July, but scientists just dropped their findings. Huh, sounds different than I expected.
Blue light doesn't impact your sleep
We’ve all heard that using our phones before bed is bad for us. But is that really true? Hear why some scientists are saying otherwise.
Will AI surpass us in 2026? Dario Amodei, the CEO of Anthropic, thinks we’ll achieve the singularity — when AI passes human intelligence. Around 8,590 scientists think it’ll be closer to 2040. A few years ago, they thought it would be 2060. Keep reading the singularitea leaves. (I heard you groan).
Why scientists are turning to wild mice
Lab mice have been used for almost a century to test new drugs, study the impacts of specific environments on the body and improve the medical field. But, those mice don’t have the same immunities as humans and are raised in sterile environments. Scientists have recently started using wild mice to better recreate the immune systems of humans for more accurate results.
Don’t look up: Chinese scientists built a surveillance camera that can see your face from space. In a ground test, it locked onto a target 62 miles away and picked up tiny details with scary accuracy. It’s supposedly “100 times” better than today’s top spy cameras and lens-based telescopes.
Are noise-canceling headphones bad for your brain? Scientists warn blocking out background noise 24/7 might train your brain to “forget” how to filter sounds naturally. This could lead to auditory processing disorder (APD). Share this with the kids in your life.
32 minutes
For what scientists call the perfect hard-boiled egg. Periodic cooking alternates between hot and cold water every two minutes to achieve cooked whites and creamy yolks. If I had 32 minutes, I wouldn’t be eating a hard-boiled egg. I ordered a chicken and an egg from Amazon today. I’ll let you know.
🧬 Evolution ain’t finished: Scientists think we’ll look a lot different in 1,000 years. Theories include darker skin, better-looking faces from selective dating, smaller brains, freakishly long arms, shorter statures, and big eyes made for low gravity and dim light. Oh, and let’s not forget the biohacking and cybernetic upgrades. Here are a few pics.
🌠 The sky is falling: On Prince Edward Island in Canada, Laura Kelly’s doorbell cam caught the exact moment a meteorite fell. In a big first, the cam also caught the sound it made on impact. This happened last July, but scientists just released their findings. Huh … sounds different than I expected.
13% less risk
Of mild cognitive decline by doing just one exercise session a week. Scientists say 30 minutes is enough to keep your mind sharp as you age. How ‘bout an indoor bike or treadmill if you don’t want to (or can’t) leave the house? It’ll be a new year for a new you!
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12 minutes
How much time you’re shaving off your life every time you drink a Coke. Throw in a hot dog, and scientists say you’re knocking off another 36 minutes.
Going shopping? AI is watching you
Sam’s Club is using AI to check what’s in your shopping cart — it’s supposed to make your trip to the store 23% faster. When will humans go extinct? Scientists claim to know when. Plus, precise friend-tracking with the iPhone 15, and a Dropbox data breach.
$17M Bitcoin blunder, Jeff Bezos' AI bet & lifesaving voicemail trick
Plus, it’s your pet versus AI — scientists reveal who’s really man’s best friend. Hear how Natalie Nasatka’s quick thinking with her Apple Watch turned life-saving. Also, Zillow’s latest report is out, and it’s the smaller towns, not big cities, that are grabbing the real estate spotlight.
Why Gen Zers think influencer is a viable career
Forget firefighters, doctors and scientists. In just 1 minute, a look into what Gen Zers want to do when they grow up.
The mystery behind what scientists call space eyes
Anyone who has been to space can tell you that the views are among the best parts. But, if you are on a long trip to outer space, you may notice your eyesight worsening. The strangest part is scientists still don’t know why this happens.
Why scientists want to microwave the moon
The moon isn’t a hospitable place for humans because it lacks air and protection from space. Plus, the dust on the moon is so thin that it can damage the equipment we send there. Now, scientists are working on solving this problem using microwave technology. This approach could help us with future missions. But how will it work?
Creating fuel the way plants do
Photosynthesis is a crucial biological process. Plants use the sun’s energy for growth and survival. Now scientists want to transform this process into a way to make fuel for cars, rockets and cargo ships. Is it possible?
How scientists are better understanding dyslexia
Dyslexia has long been associated with difficulty in reading. But, recent research has shown that some people with the condition can solve puzzles and understand optical illusions better. So, why is this and what does it mean for future research on this disorder?