Environment
‘Spectacular’ progress has been made towards useful quantum computers
Fully practical quantum computers haven’t arrived yet, but the quantum computing industry is ending the year on an optimistic...
Life
A ghostly glow was seen emanating from living things in 2025
This year, scientists observed an eerie glow emanating from mice that disappears after death, reminiscent of paranormal ideas of...
Life
6 incredible new dinosaurs we discovered in 2025
If there’s ever a creature you would not want to bump heads with, it is Zavacephale rinpoche. This dome-headed...
Life
This Hidden Spotify Feature Makes the Best Personalized Playlists
Spotify playlists are a surprisingly big part of my life. I make a handful of new, curated, choreographed ones for the spin classes...
Space
‘Dracula’s Chivito’ looks stunning in this tasty Christmas photo from the Hubble Telescope
Using the Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers have imaged the largest and most chaotic site of planetary birth humanity has ever seen.Appearing like a stunning cosmic bat, this protoplanetary disk, located around 1,000 light-years away, stretches out for around 400...
Life
Flu cases falling ahead of Christmas, experts say
The amount of flu circulating has started to fall in England, latest data suggests.The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said it was encouraging news heading into Christmas, but warned the virus could always bounce back in the new year.The...
Life
Why I’ll need earplugs to get through Christmas dinner
Elena BaileyHealth reporterLottie DoyleJenna, a 21-year-old student, who has struggled with misophonia since aged 10, says currently her plan is to put her earphones in to get through dinner. On any other day, she would usually isolate herself in...
Science
Research hailing the benefits of the COVID-19 shot keeps coming
Good health news for babies, kids and adults regarding the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination kept coming in December.Pregnant people who were vaccinated before becoming infected with the coronavirus had a lower risk of severe COVID-19 — and their infants...
Life
Bevel, the App That Turns Your Apple Watch Into a ‘Whoop,’ Is Now Free
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Science
OPERA: Addressing Societal Needs with Satellite Data – NASA Science
IntroductionThe Observational Products for End-Users from Remote Sensing Analysis (OPERA) project represents a strategic initiative designed to address critical satellite data needs identified by federal agencies. Established in 2021 by the NASA/Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), OPERA responds to priorities...
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Homs: Deadly explosion during Friday prayers inside Syrian mosque
An explosion has killed at least eight people and injured 18 others during Friday prayers inside a mosque in...