Evan Knapp
USA Announces Stricter Rules for Methane Emissions
At the World Climate Conference, the United States has announced stricter climate protection standards, with a significant reduction in methane emissions. Vice President Harris emphasizes, “The clock is not only ticking, it is banging!.”
Astronomers Discover Disc Around Star in Another Galaxy
Researchers discovered a rotating disk of gas and dust that feeds a young star in the galactic neighborhood.
United Nations Calls 2023 Hottest Year Ever
The data already shows global warming of more than 1.4 degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial levels, reports the World Meteorological Organization.
These Penguins Take 10000 Little Naps a Day
Why chinstrap penguins rest in around ten thousand micronickers spread throughout the day. And what can be learned from this.
Extreme Solar Storm of 1872 Holds a Warning for the Near Future
Experts have reassessed a historic geomagnetic storm and come to the conclusion that such events are likely to be more frequent than previously thought.
Astronomers Stunned by Six-Planet System Frozen in Time
For years, the system of the star HD110067 has puzzled scientists. Now it is clear: the six planets move in unison.
All Suvs Emit as Much CO2 as the 6th Most Polluted Country in the World!
Strong sales of combustion SUVs from Hyundai-Kia, Volkswagen and Toyota completely cancel out the climate gains made by their electric vehicles.
Canadian Court Classifies Murder of Women as Terrorism for the First Time
An Incel supporter has been sentenced to life imprisonment in Toronto. This is the first time that gender-based violence has been classified as terrorism in Canada.
How Blood Plasma Can Save Lives in an Amazing Way
Donating plasma provides medicine with a valuable raw material. Many potential applications are still waiting to be exploited.
Number of HIV Infections in South Africa Declines Significantly for the First Time
According to a study, around 12.7 percent of South Africans are infected with the HIV virus, a figure that was significantly higher in 2017. However, it is too early to sound the all-clear.
First Human Case of New Swine Flu Strain Detected in the UK
A previously unknown variant of swine flu has been identified in the UK through a routine PCR test. According to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), the infected person had a mild course of illness.
Scientists Detect Solar Hydrogen Trapped in Lunar Dust
Future astronauts could harvest hydrogen to produce water, or use it to power rockets.
Autonomous Excavator Constructs a Six-Metre-High Dry-Stone Wall
This excavator no longer needs a driver. Researchers are now working on ideas for coastal protection, but above all for “extraterrestrial space”. What this could look like – and what it means for the shortage of skilled workers.
How Awake Does Coffee Really Make You?
Caffeine is the most popular and best-researched psychoactive substance. However, there are still many unanswered questions about its effects.
Ear Sounds Reveal Eye Movements
Unusual teamwork of the senses uncovered.