Science & Enviroment

Has the mystery of the alien signals been solved? Scientists say strange ‘fast radio bursts’ may come from a black hole or neutron star with ‘unprecedented power’ 3 billion light-years from Earth
06:03 2018-01-12

They have mystified astronomers for more than a decade, but the source of repeating ‘alien signals’, known as fast radio bursts (FRBs), may finally have been found. The incredibly strong pulses seem to come from a black hole or an orbiting neutron star with ‘unprecedented power’ three billion light-years from Earth, experts say. Scientists believe …

It’s True—You Can Now Unsend a Text
04:07 2018-01-12

Oops, wrong number! D’oh, stupid autocorrect! Gah, why did I think texting my ex was a good idea?! We’ve all had our share of cringe-worthy texts that we regret the moment we send them. In the past, you haven’t had too many options: send a quick apology, hope the other person will gloss over your …

Scientists turn skin cells into muscle cells, a potential boon for research
02:04 2018-01-12

In a potential advance for medical research, scientists say they’ve created the first functioning human muscle from skin cells. As UPI.com reports, the breakthrough could lead to better genetic or cell-based therapies, as well as furthering investigations into the causes and treatment of muscular disorders, the Duke University team said. “The prospect of studying rare …

Stunning image of Jupiter captured by NASA’s Juno probe looks just like a Van Gogh painting
21:15 2018-01-11

Nasa ’s Juno probe has captured a stunning image of Jupiter that bears an uncanny resemblance to Van Gogh’s famous painting, Starry Night. The spacecraft, which has been orbiting Jupiter since 2016, was just over one Earth diameter away from the surface of Jupiter when it captured the incredible image. Jupiter’s tumultuous atmosphere can be seen …

CES 2018: Samsung launches modular TV called The Wall
18:34 2018-01-11

Samsung has announced a giant 146in (396cm) TV called The Wall at the CES tech show in Las Vegas. The TV features a micro-LED display, which is pitched as a superior alternative to OLED because it offers both deep blacks and bright highlights. However, one analyst said they would likely be very expensive to manufacture. …