Science

There’s something unusual lurking deep in space: Astronomers have discovered four faint objects that are highly circular and brighter along the edges at radio wavelengths. And they are unlike any kind of astronomical object ever seen before. The objects, which look like distant islands in the shape of a ring, …

We have not yet sent astronauts to Mars, but July marks a significant month for launches to the red planet, aiming to look for signs of life. NASA / JPL-Caltech With very restricted travel across the planet, you may feel a little jealous for the three robotic explorers slated to …

Sunscreen vs blue light According to Markowitz, blue light emitted by digital screens, including your computer, phone, tablet, and TV, can affect your skin in two ways: Blue light can increase the production of melanin or pigmentation in the skin, which could lead to melasma and age spots. Blue light …

HONG KONG – Defying warnings from local officials that Hong Kong’s unofficial primary opposition vote could be illegal under a new security law, hundreds of thousands of people chose declaredly pro-democratic candidates to participate in the city’s elections this year, they showed the results released on Monday. Early returns showed …

On Monday, White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany was asked to explain why President Donald Trump retweeted former game show host Chuck Woolery’s claim that “everyone is lying” about the coronavirus, including Centers for Disease Control, as a way to keep the economy going back by choosing earlier. A journalist …