Experts Warn Quality of Non-Partisan Governmental Data May Soon Decay. Here’s Why.
A new study finds that America's statistical data is under threat, not from cyber criminals but from bureaucratic mismanagement.
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Elon Musk Announces Second Neuralink Brain Implant Scheduled for Next Week
Elon Musk says Neuralink will implant its brain-computer interface system in a second human patient next week.
The Vatican Has Updated Its Guidelines for Evaluating Apparitions and Supernatural Phenomena. Here’s What That Means.
For the first time in decades, the Vatican has updated its process for evaluating visions of the Virgin Mary and other alleged supernatural phenomena.
NASA Has Concluded Its Investigation of a Mystery Object That Crashed Into a Florida Home Last Month
An object that struck a home in Florida last month has been confirmed by NASA to have been released from the International Space Station.
Military Officials Tracking High-Altitude Balloon Spotted Over Western United States (Updated)
A high-altitude balloon is being tracked over the Western United States, according to officials who spoke on Friday with knowledge of the matter.
200-Million-Years Ago, These Winged ‘Dragons’ Glided Through England’s Ancient Skies
On an ancient subtropical island that once existed near modern-day South West England, a species of winged creatures that closely resembled tiny dragons once thrived, new research has revealed.
Unknown Object Punched “Softball Sized Hole” in Aircraft, Prompting Emergency Landing and FAA Investigation
The FAA is investigating an incident that prompted the emergency landing of an Atlas Air flight at Miami International Airport late Thursday evening, leaving a hole above one of its engines.
Japan Airlines Plane Erupts into Flame After Collision with Coast Guard Aircraft at Tokyo Airport
A fiery scene unfolded at Haneda Airport in Tokyo on Tuesday as a Japan Airlines jet erupted into flames after a ground collision with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft.
New Survey Reveals Differences Along Political Lines on Social Media Content Removal
A recent survey that reveals how partisan interests and biases influence the debate over the deletion of content on social media sites.
Israel-Hamas War: These Are the Israeli-Palestinian Advocacy Groups Bringing Peacebuilding to Social Media
Mediation-oriented groups and non-profits are leading by example and urging fellow Israelis and Palestinians to come together and find a mutual solution to end the war.
WiFi Signals May Soon Be Used to Watch You
New research shows WiFi signals that can read through walls, presenting profound implications for the future of communication and security.
Mystery Surrounds Deaths of Three Marines Found Near Camp Lejeune
The deaths of three U.S. Marine lance corporals found near Camp Lejeune remains unclear two days after their bodies were first discovered.
Discovery of “Debris Field” Announced by U.S. Coast Guard in Search for Missing Submersible
A debris field has reportedly been discovered by searchers involved in the effort to recover a missing submersible that was lost on Sunday near the vicinity of the Titanic wreckage.
Rescue Teams Race Against Time in Search for Missing Submersible Near Titanic Wreck
The search for a submersible craft with five people aboard remains underway after disappearing near the wreckage of the famous Titanic.
Our New Podcast ‘The Debrief Weekly Report’ Covers Today’s News and the Science of Tomorrow
"The Debrief Weekly Report", a science news podcast for those who think about tomorrow, will have you girding your ions.
"The Debrief Weekly Report", a science news podcast for those who think about tomorrow, will have you girding your ions.
The Debrief is excited to announce the launch of a brand new weekly news podcast, The Debrief Weekly Report, hosted by MJ Banias and Stephanie Gerk.
China Says They Are Solving a Major Hypersonic Hurdle with Metamaterials and WiFi
At hypersonic speeds, communication is impossible. Or, at least it was...
At hypersonic speeds, communication is impossible. Or, at least it was...
The Chinese government announced it has allegedly solved the issue of communication for hypersonic missiles and aircraft using WiFi and metamaterials.
Want to be the next Elon Musk? There’s a College Degree For That Now
ASU now has a 12-month program in Executive Master of Global Management: Space Leadership, Business, and Policy to train a future Elon Musk.
Blast from the Past: Astronomers Detect “Extreme” Event From Proxima Centauri
Astronomers have observed an “extreme” flaring event on Proxima Centauri, which they believe to be the largest the star has ever been seen to produce.
Neuralink Founder Says We “Could Build Jurassic Park.” Should we?
Neuralink co-founder Max Hodak tweeted, “We could probably build Jurassic Park if we wanted to.” Is it even possible to bring dinosaurs back?
Biden Pledges To Nearly Triple Science Research Funding
During his first press conference, U.S. President Joe Biden said his administration was planning to invest heavily in science, pledging to increase federal funding for scientific research “closer to 2%” of America’s overall GDP. “Back in the ’60s, we used to...
Richard Garriott Becomes First Astronaut and Polar Explorer to Visit Mariana Trench
Richard Garriott has become first person to have visited the Mariana Trench, both poles of the Earth, and also fly aboard the International Space Station.
New Cancer Treatment Uses A Mini CERN Particle Accelerator To Blast Tumors With Ion Beams
The Next Ion Medical Machine Study uses CERN particle accelerator technology to build next gen ion accelerators to treat cancerous tumors.
Europe At The Forefront of Hypersonic Missile Defense
Germany joined its European allies this month in the space based hypersonic missile defense system, TWISTER.
Germany joined its European allies this month in the space based hypersonic missile defense system, TWISTER.
Europe may be technologically poised to lead the world in defense against future hypersonic missiles via its space-based TWISTER program.
New ‘Comet Chaser’ Spacecraft Will Lurk in Orbit Waiting for A Target
Part of the European Space Agency’s Comet Intercept mission, the proposed vehicle would lurk in an orbital “dead zone” for years before selecting its target.
Part of the European Space Agency’s Comet Intercept mission, the proposed vehicle would lurk in an orbital “dead zone” for years before selecting its target.
Part of the European Space Agency’s Comet Intercept mission, a 'comet chaser' probe will lurk in orbit waiting for a target to come along.
New Commercial Satellite’s Images Are So Clear They Raise Privacy Concerns
Capella Space just announced that it has created a satellite so powerful that it can see through walls and take crystal clear photos anywhere.
High Tech MXene Fabric Being Developed to Stop “Havana Syndrome” Attacks
MXene can absorb and reflect electromagnetic waves, and researchers claim it can keep spies and diplomats safe from microwave attacks.
MXene can absorb and reflect electromagnetic waves, and researchers claim it can keep spies and diplomats safe from microwave attacks.
MXene can absorb and reflect EM waves, and researchers claim it can keep spies and diplomats safe from microwave attacks, dubbed "Havana Syndrome."
Cutting-Edge Simulation Technology Being Developed for Military Training
Combining real-life historical military engagements with modern simulation technology, the program is touted as “the ultimate tool for military education and battle analysis."
Combining real-life historical military engagements with modern simulation technology, the program is touted as “the ultimate tool for military education and battle analysis."
With hopes of improving the training of future U.S. military leaders, researchers at Purdue University have developed a cutting-edge simulation program that offers students a virtual reality 3-D tour of the famed WWII D-Day battle at Normandy, France. By taking...
Star Trek Style “Tricorder” App Turns iPhone into a DNA Sequencer
iGenomics App Able to Sequence DNA on a Mobile Device
iGenomics App Able to Sequence DNA on a Mobile Device
Scientists from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory have developed a mobile DNA sequencer reminiscent of the "tricorder" featured in Star Trek.
Elon Musk Says SpaceX Will Have Humans on Mars by 2026
Last week, Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, said that he is confident that his company will be launching a crew to Mars by 2026.
DeepMind Makes AI History By Solving “Protein Folding Problem”
The achievement will likely have a significant impact on the future of computational and molecular biology.
The achievement will likely have a significant impact on the future of computational and molecular biology.
On Monday, DeepMind Technologies announced a major breakthrough in what is known in computational biology as the "protein folding problem."
Is There Life on Mars? New Study Says It’s Probably Underground
A new study concludes that if life ever existed on Mars, it would have to dwell well below the planet's surface.
New Findings May Place the Asteroid Apophis Within Striking Distance of Earth
Apophis May Strike Earth in 2068 Due to Yarkovsky Effect.
Apophis May Strike Earth in 2068 Due to Yarkovsky Effect.
New data presented in late October indicates that the 340-meter-wide Apophis asteroid may drift much closer to Earth than initially thought.
Researchers Want to Build A Laser ‘Tractor Beam’ to Control Weather
A New Study Proposes Using Lasers to Manipulate The Path of Lightning.
A New Study Proposes Using Lasers to Manipulate The Path of Lightning.
A new study by an international team of scientists proposes using lasers to create a tractor beam to manipulate lightning during storms.
DARPA’s Dream of a Tiny Robot Army Is Close To Becoming a Reality
DARPA edges closer to its dream of having 250 AI drones for urban warfare environments.
DARPA edges closer to its dream of having 250 AI drones for urban warfare environments.
DARPA edges closer to its dream of having 250 AI drones for urban warfare environments.
Astronomers Analyze A Rare 470 Year Old ‘Baby’ Magnetar
Swift J1818.0−1607 Is A Rare Magnetar But Its Even More Special Because Its Just A Baby.
Swift J1818.0−1607 Is A Rare Magnetar But Its Even More Special Because Its Just A Baby.
Astronomers analyse a 470 year old "baby" cosmic object known as a magnetar using the Chandra X-ray Observatory.
Kidon – Israel’s Shadowy Group of Elite Killers
The assassination of Chief Iranian Nuclear Scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, bear all the hallmarks of Mossad's expert group covert killers.
The assassination of Chief Iranian Nuclear Scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, bear all the hallmarks of Mossad's expert group covert killers.
The assassination of Chief Iranian Nuclear Scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, bear all the hallmarks of Mossad's expert group covert killers- Kidon.
This Lava Exoplanet is Comprised of Burning Rock
Things are looking rocky on K2-141b.
Things are looking rocky on K2-141b.
Scientists used simulations to map out the surface conditions of the lava exoplanet K2-141b, a world where it rains burning rocks.
Senator Marco Rubio Weighs in on Military Studies of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena
The Senate Intelligence Committee has requested a report... but will we get one?
The Senate Intelligence Committee has requested a report... but will we get one?
The Senate Intelligence Committee has requested a report... but will we get one?
Unidentified: Navy Confirms Objects In These Videos Can’t Be Explained
In a noteworthy, but widely overlooked official statement, the U.S. Navy appears to have acknowledged that it cannot identify objects seen in a series of controversial videos. The unidentified objects appear in a series of three videos released by Tom...