UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has proposed a social media ban for under-16s, aiming to enhance online safety. While welcomed by many parents, scientists question the evidence for bans' effectiveness, and campaigners argue it lets social media firms evade platform changes.
A bipartisan group of senators and two Democratic House committees are challenging the National Science Foundation's (NSF) plan to dismantle the Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI), a $386 million ocean sensor network. Lawmakers accuse the NSF of acting illegally and violating constitutional powers by decommissioning the system without congressional direction, citing potential threats to coastal communities and scientific research.
Democratic senators and two House committees are demanding the National Science Foundation reverse its plan to dismantle the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a $386 million ocean monitoring network. Lawmakers accuse the agency of illegal action and wasting taxpayer money, citing a lack of consultation and potential threats to coastal safety and climate research.
Democratic and Republican lawmakers are demanding the National Science Foundation reverse its plan to dismantle the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a $386 million ocean monitoring network. House committees accuse the agency of illegal action, while senators cite potential harm to coastal communities and scientific research.
Steven Spielberg's new sci-fi film "Disclosure Day" debuted at number one at the US box office, grossing $44 million. Globally, it earned $92.9 million in its opening weekend, with a production and marketing budget of $195 million. The film's success relies on sustained audience interest and international performance.
China's Supreme People's Court upheld a ban on Infineon Technologies selling GaN products, following a patent dispute with domestic rival Innoscience. The ruling caused Chinese semiconductor stocks to surge.
Meta tested face-recognition software from Rank One Computing, a company selling surveillance tools to police and the US military. The license, obtained by WIRED, suggests a business relationship as Meta explores bringing the technology to its smart glasses.
Donald Trump announced a deal to end the war on Iran, with a signing expected Friday. He will discuss the deal at the G7 Summit in France. Global oil prices dropped on the news, but details remain scarce.
Rowan Hooper's "Togetherness" challenges Darwin's emphasis on competition, highlighting the crucial role of cooperation and symbiosis in nature. The book argues that understanding these interdependencies is vital for conservation efforts.
L'imprescriptibilité des poursuites pour crimes sexuels sur enfants est jugée nécessaire pour pallier les lacunes des délais de prescription actuels, même étendus. Les preuves indirectes, moins sensibles au temps, et le recoupement des témoignages peuvent permettre la justice, même des décennies après les faits.
Following a shark attack in Sydney, former PM Tony Abbott called for shark culling. Experts like Prof. Rob Harcourt and Prof. Culum Brown argue this is unscientific and politically motivated, stating culls won't reduce risk and could harm ecosystems. NSW Premier Chris Minns ruled out a cull, citing protected species status and lack of evidence for effectiveness, suggesting technology like drones instead.
Baidyanath Ghosh Dastidar, son of TMC rebel MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, announced he will return gifts from Mamata Banerjee, including a gold necklace and traditional attire, citing personal conscience and legal action over alleged defamatory remarks. The move sparked social media trolling and criticism from party seniors.
Des familles témoignent de violences sexuelles subies par leurs enfants à l'école. Face aux défaillances, une prise de conscience collective est nécessaire. Trois urgences : accompagner les victimes, refondre l'école pour la protéger, et former les professionnels. L'école doit redevenir un sanctuaire de confiance.
El auge de los wearables como Apple Watch o Garmin plantea dudas sobre su fiabilidad científica frente al marketing. Métricas como la frecuencia cardíaca en reposo, HRV y pasos tienen respaldo, pero otras son estimaciones algorítmicas con margen de error. Se recomienda priorizar sensaciones y datos sólidos.
NASA revealed the Artemis III crew for 2027, including astronauts Andre Douglas, Frank Rubio, Randy Bresnik, and ESA's Luca Parmitano. The Parker Solar Probe completed its 28th solar flyby, reaching 430,000 mph. In energy news, solar power generated more electricity than coal in the US for the first time in May 2026.
A major conference in Changchun unveiled "Top 10 Fundamental Science Questions in Atomic-Level Manufacturing," aiming to guide China's technological development and strategic planning in this advanced field. The questions cover areas crucial for high-end manufacturing, including chip production and material science.
Extreme heat is the deadliest weather condition, impacting the body's natural cooling system. This report explains the science behind how heat affects vital systems and provides safety tips.
Beijing's Zhongguancun Life Science Park is a hub for pharmaceutical and health industry innovation, leveraging AI for drug discovery and offering shared labs and R&D platforms. It supports startups with resources and funding, contributing to significant industry growth and the development of groundbreaking medicines.
Nova pesquisa publicada na revista Science revela que o trabalho remoto aumenta o tempo gasto sozinho, piora o bem-estar mental e eleva o uso de serviços de saúde mental. O estudo analisou dados de 568 mil pessoas entre 2011 e 2024, excluindo os anos de pico da pandemia.
La biostatisticienne Christine Cotton, connue pour ses prises de position antivax, a annoncé son décès, déclenchant des théories du complot sur son empoisonnement. Son travail critiquant l'efficacité des vaccins a été relayé par les mouvances sceptiques, bien que ses conclusions n'aient pas été validées scientifiquement.
A US study found a correlation between glucosamine use and a higher likelihood of developing dementia in individuals with mild cognitive impairment. The research, published in Nature Metabolism, also noted a link between glucosamine and increased mortality risk in Alzheimer's patients, though further human trials are needed to confirm causality.
The National Academies of Science, a prestigious scientific body, is facing increasing political pressure from Republican politicians regarding its reports on climate change. Concerns stem from a chapter on climate change in a manual for judges and an upcoming report on attributing weather events to human-driven climate change, with fossil fuel companies worried about potential liability.
Xi Jinping's 2012 rise to power in China coincided with a shift from a period of relative openness in journalism, academia, and culture to increased repression. Structural factors like economic reforms, the internet, and WTO entry had fostered new expression spaces, but by 2012, these dynamics were waning.
The University Paris Cité has revoked the doctorate of physicist and science popularizer Etienne Klein due to plagiarism found in his 1999 philosophy of science thesis. This rare sanction, revealed on June 11, also prohibits him from re-enrolling in doctoral studies in France.
