Zhang Jianhua, former deputy head of China’s State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defence, was sentenced on Wednesday by the Dazhou Intermediate People’s Court for accepting over 43.38 million yuan in bribes.
AI-driven facial analysis services like Qoves and Epica are capitalizing on the 'looksmaxxing' trend, charging users for personalized reports and cosmetic recommendations. However, psychologists warn these platforms exploit insecurities, rely on questionable science, and threaten mental health.
Paid facial analysis services like Qoves and Epica utilize AI and selective science to score users' appearances and recommend cosmetic procedures, drawing criticism from psychologists over mental health impacts and shaky methodologies.
YouTuber Hank Green faces backlash for using AI in research, sparking debate on authenticity and AI's psychological effects, amid concerns over compulsive use and impact on cognitive skills.
We joined commuters on the 5.46pm London Euston to Crewe train, identified as the busiest commuter-only service in England and Wales with severe overcrowding.
India concluded the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with 39 medals (13 gold, 17 silver, 9 bronze), ranking 4th behind Australia, England, and Canada. Key performers included Neeraj Chopra (silver in javelin) and Gulveer Singh (first Indian to win two individual track medals in a single CWG). The article highlights the role of the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) in funding athletes, with detailed breakdowns of support for medallists, selection criteria, and the scheme's expansion into sports science and mental conditioning.
Indian Army Sports Institute athletes won a record haul at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing 11 medals including seven boxing golds and historic track medals, thanks to the institute’s scientific training system.
AstraZeneca CEO Sir Pascal Soriot, 67, is under scrutiny for a potential $400bn merger with Bristol Myers Squibb, which could jeopardize his legacy and expose the company to debt and patent cliff risks.
A Punjab district consumer commission ordered Cordlife Sciences India to pay Rs 2.16 lakh to a couple after it discarded their newborn's umbilical cord blood sample due to alleged payment delay, ruling the company engaged in unfair trade practices and deficiency in service.
Ichthyologists from the Laverov Federal Research Center have conducted the first assessment of brown trout (Salmo trutta) populations in reservoirs of Bolshoy Solovetsky Island, confirming the fish's presence likely due to historical introduction by monks, as part of a broader study on anthropogenic impact on the Solovki ecosystem.
Raji Doshi, a 12-year-old student from Connecticut, is a finalist in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge for her project proposing the use of algae and natural calcium buffers to reduce CO₂-driven ocean acidification. Her innovative idea aims to create healthier marine ecosystems and competes for a $25,000 grand prize.
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown metallic alloy, a "hiroshimaite," in beach sands from Hiroshima Bay. Formed by the 1945 atomic blast's extreme heat and rapid cooling, this finding offers insights into material behavior under extreme conditions and aids nuclear forensics.
Les méduses, bien que piquant 150 millions d'humains annuellement, sont cruciales pour la médecine, ayant contribué à deux prix Nobel. Elles possèdent des propriétés uniques comme l'immortalité de Turritopsis et nourrissent l'océan, produisant un huitième de l'oxygène respiré.
Seven-year-old Khalib Townsend, an aspiring conservation scientist, is introduced to mentor Keith Russell, a conservation scientist at the Audubon Discovery Center in Philadelphia. The article highlights the importance of mentorship in nurturing children's passions and addressing barriers in natural sciences.
O festival João Rock 2026, com ingressos esgotados, reuniu 65 mil pessoas no Parque Permanente de Exposições em Ribeirão Preto (SP) para mais de 12 horas de música. O evento celebrou a diversidade musical em quatro palcos temáticos, destacando artistas consagrados e estreantes, e promoveu reencontros e memórias afetivas.
The song "Eastern Rosellas" by Miles and Joel Phillips has gone viral, captivating audiences with its childlike innocence and musical repetition. Musicians like Ben Lee and experts such as Emery Schubert attribute its success to its wholesome nature and simple, catchy formula, offering a needed antidote in unsettling times.
11-year-old Naboshree Santra from Florida developed biodegradable soilshade balls to reduce water evaporation and help soil retain moisture, earning her a spot in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge finals where she could win $25,000.
O festival João Rock 2026, em Ribeirão Preto (SP), reuniu um público diverso com quatro palcos e artistas de diferentes gerações. O evento se destaca por ser um programa familiar, com participantes de várias cidades que transformam a ida ao festival em uma tradição entre pais, filhos e outros parentes.
Chinese scholars, including Shanghai Academy of Natural Sciences president Lu Bai, discussed with Wired co-founder Kevin Kelly the challenges hindering China's scientific and tech progress, citing growing external resistance, a narrowing path for replication, and internal institutional rigidities.
Chinese President Xi Jinping awarded a first-class merit to veteran naval test pilot Yang. Yang was honored for his bravery during a life-threatening incident where his plane lost cabin pressure at 10,000 meters but he maintained course to avoid a civilian flight path before landing.
American materials scientist Elsa Reichmanis, a pioneer in semiconductor manufacturing, received China’s International Science and Technology Cooperation Award. She emphasized that scientific collaboration should transcend rivalry, describing science as a universal language benefiting all society.
Recent scientific discoveries and environmental updates include Venezuela's earthquake aftermath, a new exoplanet, a global fungal network map, innovative firefighting tech, and more.
Chinese scientists used satellite imagery to assess damage to US Middle East bases, finding US 'minimal damage' and Iranian 'massive strikes' claims overstated. Analysis published despite US 'shutter control' on high-resolution satellite imagery over conflict zones.
DEEP's Vanguard, the first US open-ocean subsea habitat in 40 years, is deployed in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, enabling long-duration underwater research for up to 4 aquanauts, focusing on marine science, human health in extreme environments, and astronaut training.
