The sun just experienced its first ‘spotless days’ in 4 years — but we’re not in the clear yet
Earlier this week, the number of visible sunspots on our home star fell to zero for the first time in 1,335 days. This normally indicates
NASA announces sweeping overhaul of Artemis return to moon, targeting a 2028 landing and a 2027 in-orbit docking flight
A major shakeup to NASA’s Artemis program will step rocket launches up to an annual basis, and discard a Boeing-designed upper stage.
Inherited diseases don’t work like we thought they did
“Monogenic” diseases, triggered by mutations in just one gene, may actually be more complex than scientists thought.
And the award for the most improved EV goes to… the 2026 Toyota bZ
The world’s largest automaker has had a somewhat difficult relationship with battery-electric vehicles. Toyota was an early pioneer of hybrid powertrains, and it remains a fan
Netflix cedes Warner Bros. Discovery to Paramount: “No longer financially attractive”
Netflix backed out of its deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery’s (WBD’s) streaming and movie studios businesses on Thursday night. After increasing its bid for
Tram derails in Milan, leaving one dead and dozens injured
The crowded tram was travelling in the centre of Milan at rush hour when it appeared to crash into the side of a building.
UK withdraws Tehran embassy staff as concern grows over threat of US strikes
The US embassy in Israel has also told some non-emergency staff they can leave the country if they wish.
OpenAI vows safety policy changes after Tumbler Ridge shooting
The tech firm has been criticised for not reporting the suspect’s ChatGPT account to police despite it being flagged internally due to concerns over content.
‘Obnoxious’ AI chatbot talked about its mother, customers say
Australian supermarket giant Woolworths tweaks its AI-powered assistant after users said it gave them the “ick”.
Does video show Hydra-like sea monster frozen in ice shelf? There’s nothing to fear
Online users said the video reminded them of the “Godzilla” franchise’s King Ghidorah and “Game of Thrones” dragons, as well as mythical creatures.
Don’t fall for alleged image of Trump and Epstein getting feet washed by girl
The image was created by Alison Jackson, an artist who creates “convincingly realistic photographs.”
Did poet Amanda Gorman ‘confront’ Trump in TV debate?
Gorman’s alleged takedown of Trump mirrored other, similar false stories about celebrities reportedly confronting the president on TV.
Is Katy Perry pregnant with twins? Don’t be fooled
The pop star had not announced a pregnancy with Justin Trudeau, despite posts claiming otherwise.
China suspending some agricultural tariffs on Canada starting March 1
China said on Friday it would suspend some tariffs on Canadian agricultural products imposed during a trade spat between Beijing and Ottawa, after Canadian Prime