We’re putting more stuff into space than ever. Here’s what’s up there.
Since the dawn of the Space Age in 1957 with the launch of Sputnik 1, humanity has embarked on a relentless mission to populate the orbital realm. What began as…
Since the dawn of the Space Age in 1957 with the launch of Sputnik 1, humanity has embarked on a relentless mission to populate the orbital realm. What began as…
Every year, an estimated hundreds of rhinos fall victim to poachers, millions of sharks are caught by fishing fleets operating in protected marine areas, and countless other animals and plants…
The United Nations has set a target to eradicate trafficking in protected species by 2030. However, the environmental guardians tasked with confronting these nefarious networks—comprised of dispersed alliances of rangers,…
The wellness industry is abuzz with peptides, marketed as the latest panacea for everything from weight loss and muscle gain to enhanced cognitive function. Consumers are injecting, snorting, and combining…
The process by which robots acquire skills in this new AI paradigm often relies on human demonstration. Creating the vast datasets required for this learning is increasingly leading to scenarios…
Chicago, a city often lauded for its architectural marvels and vibrant culture, is also becoming a pioneer in a less celebrated domain: pervasive surveillance. With an estimated 45,000 cameras blanketing…
On the morning of September 2, 2024, a routine commute on the Chicago Transit Authority’s Blue Line was shattered by a horrific mass shooting. As a westbound train approached Forest…
The resurgence of measles, a highly contagious and potentially deadly disease, serves as a stark warning about the broader implications of declining vaccination rates. With confirmed cases escalating in various…
The seeds of the 2025 correction have been germinating for some time. We’ve witnessed a growing disconnect between the public perception of AI, often shaped by dramatic portrayals in media,…
In a groundbreaking convergence of anatomy, physics, and athletic performance, Professor Joanna Wakefield-Scurr of the UK stands at the forefront of a scientific revolution, meticulously dissecting the complex biomechanics of…