Tue, May 6, 2025

by: Lifehacker

11 Podcasts That Expose the Nonsense in Politics, Pop Culture, and Science

With research and often a sense of humor, these podcasts break down some of the messages we are getting online, in the news, and across all sorts of media, explaining why you're not crazy, it isn't you, some of the systems we have right now (looking at you, capitalism) are broken.

by: rnz

Our Changing World: 2024 Prime Minister's Science Prize winners announced

From helpful plant-fungus combos, to studying anxiety - the latest Prime Minister's Science Prizes have been awarded.

by: ThePrint

Premas Life Sciences and Sphere Bio Unite to Advance Single-Cell Research in South Asia

India PR Distribution New Delhi [India], May 6: Premas Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. (PLS), a pioneering enabler of life science innovations in India, has announced a strategic collaboration with Sphere Bio, a global leader in picodroplet-based microfluidic technologies for functional single-cell analysis. This partnership represents a significant leap in bringing transformative, next-generation platforms to scientists […]

by: indulgexpress

The rise of smart fabrics in fashion

The rise of smart fabrics in fashion

by: BBC

One thing you should know about a perfect credit score

Mon, May 5, 2025

by: Nextgov

Former NSF heads criticize funding, staff cuts at science agency

Former National Science Foundation and National Science Board leads sent a letter to congressional leadership saying the cuts to the agency run contrary to the Trump administration's priorities.

by: UPI

European Union to spend $533 million to lure science researchers - UPI.com

European Union nations plan to spend more than half a billion dollars to attract foreign researchers after the Trump administration cut funding to universities.

by: WSOC

NC Senate proposes expansion study for Morganton Science and Math School

The North Carolina School of Science and Math in Morganton could double its student population.

by: TechSpot

Over 250 tech leaders push for computer science and AI course requirements in US schools

The campaign emphasizes new research showing that taking just one high school computer science course can boost early career earnings by eight percent, regardless of a graduate's...

by: deseret

Deseret News appoints Vice President of Product and Technology

Christian Ross takes on the role of advancing the Deseret News' digital systems, technology platforms and product strategy

by: WGME

Sen Collins warns U.S. risks losing science edge to China amid Trump's NIH cuts

The Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory studies treatments and cures for things like Alzheimer's, diabetes, cancer, and more.

by: newsbytesapp.com

Are detox diets really effective? Here's the science

Detox diets have become the go-to quick fix for cleansing the body and promoting health

by: CNN

Europe unveils $567 million push to attract researchers as French president decries US 'mistake' over science policy | CNN Business

The European Union will spend €500 million ($567 million) over the next three years "to make Europe a magnet for researchers," a top official announced Monday in a veiled response to the Trump administration's cuts to research funding and changes to science policy.

by: BBC

Royal Family appears on Buckingham Palace balcony

by: legit

France, EU take aim at Trump's assault on science, seek to lure US researchers

French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen took aim at Donald Trump's policies on science on Monday, as the European Union seeks to encourage disgruntled US researchers to relocate to Europe.

by: Forbes

The National Science Foundation Is Under Siege

The turmoil at the National Science Foundation has intensified recently with news of the suspension of grants, layoffs, budget cuts, and the resignation of its director.

by: Fortune

European Union launches $566 million drive to attract researchers scared off by Trump moves on science and universities

"No one would have thought that one of the biggest democracies in the world would delete with a stroke the ability of one researcher or another to obtain visas," French President Emmanuel Macron said. "But here we are."

by: thecooldown

Scientists develop game-changing new technology to prevent disastrous fires and explosions: 'This could save lives'

"Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere."

by: Phys.org

Science is used differently by policymakers in different parties, new study finds

Societal challenges, from climate change to public health crises to advancements in artificial intelligence, have been intrinsically linked with scientific progress for generations. But as politics become more polarized,

by: Zawya

Lucid and Saudi Arabia's KAUST announce strategic partnership

by: ProPakistani

Science Ministry Eliminates Over 200 Jobs At 2 Key Departments

The Ministry of Science and Technology has eliminated 201 posts from two of its key departments under the federal government's rightsizing plan. The move

by: Seeking Alpha

Lucid and Saudi Arabia's KAUST forge EV-focused strategic partnership

Electric automaker Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology on Monday reported a strategic partnership. The partnership leverages growing resources in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to advance key areas in Lucid's (NASDAQ:LCID) technology roadmap while progressing the country's vision for sustainable mobility.

by: The Economist

Why the president must drop out

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist

by: The Tennessean

Nate Bargatze wants his science fair winning certificate displayed at old middle school

Hey, DuPont Hadley, y'all have Nate's seventh grade win on the wall somewhere??

by: WTOP News

EPA announces broad reorganization that includes shuffle of scientific research - WTOP News

The Environmental Protection Agency on Friday announced a broad reorganization as part of the Trump administration's drive to cut costs that some activists worry will harm the agency'

by: Le Monde.fr

France and EU host 'Choose Europe for science' conference to lure US scientists

The 'Choose Europe for science' conference is taking place in Paris on Monday in an effort to offer an alternative to US researchers disenfranchised by Donald Trump's policies.

by: Yen.com.gh

"We urge everyone to stay calm": KNUST appeals to students, Ghanaians react

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has made an appeal to the student body in the wake of the demise of one of its students

by: Orange County Register

What science says about using seed oils in our diets

The primary claims against seed oils are related to their omega-6 fatty acid content and the refining process used in extracting them.

by: KTVI

Missouri students advocate for statewide science fair

A group of students showed off their year-long research projects in the Missouri rotunda this week, but they said they would rather be showing off their efforts at the Missouri Science Fair.
Sun, May 4, 2025

by: Chowhound

The Best Cuisine To Cook To Beat Bobby Flay, According To Data Science

Chefs who find themselves cooking against culinary celebrity Bobby Flay have a much better chance of winning if they cook this type of food.

by: WFMZ-TV

Reading Science Center hosts 2nd annual Celebrate Science Day with Star Wars theme for kids

Kids in Reading got a chance to be scientists for a day on Sunday.

by: Tacoma News Tribune

Five articles about Washington's public defense system and its funding challenges

Explore the funding, staffing, and policy issues impacting Washington's public defenders.

by: Boston.com

Karen Read retrial: Defense calls Proctor a 'cancer' as prosecutors hammer 'science and data'

The prosecution and defense offered vastly different facts and theories as Karen Read's second murder trial got underway Tuesday.

by: NBC 7 San Diego

Science education for underserved students in City Heights target of DOGE cuts

Ocean Discovery Institute forced to layoff AmeriCorps teachers because of cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency.

by: WNYT NewsChannel 13

'Great Siena Expedition' welcomed young explorers to learn about the wonders of science

Siena College hosted middle school students on Saturday to teach them about the wonders of science. The Great Siena Expedition is a hands-on science exploration event.

by: MassLive

Springfield Science Museum held Astronomy Day 2025 (Photos)

It's part of a grassroots movement to bring astronomy to the people.

by: yahoo.com

Scientists are 'applying cutting-edge AI' to 'high stakes' selection of guide dogs to overcome emotional challenge of late-stage failure

New machine learning models can identify signs of guide dog success early on

by: WFTV

Florida teen wins Orlando Science Center competition using AI to simplify dementia diagnosis

His AI project, inspired by his grandfather's Alzheimer's-related death, simplifies dementia diagnosis to one brain scan with 95% accuracy.

by: MLive

Meet the Teacher: This educator treats her science class like a family gathering

She likes forming meaningful bonds with students as much as she likes teaching about chemical bonds.

by: WCMH

COSI's Big Science Celebration festival comes to a close

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The rain did not dampen the fun at COSI's 'Big Science Celebration'. Saturday marked the final day of the 7th annual festival. NBC4 is a proud sponsor of the four-day event that kicked off Wednesday. The family-friendly hands-on experience showed central Ohioans just how fun science can be. Lots of different experiments […]

by: BBC

Look up! This month's Milky Way and meteor magic

by: NDTV

Gautam Adani, Sharad Pawar Visit Science And Tech Park At Pune University

Gautam Adani and Sharad Pawar spent nearly two hours at the facility and were informed about key initiatives, including the promotion of over 1,300 startups.

by: STAT

At AACR, leading cancer researchers urge colleagues to 'fight for your science'

At one of the largest cancer conferences in the world, researchers spoke with unusual boldness about advocating for their work.
Sat, May 3, 2025

by: UPI

Scientists team up to publish climate assessment gutted by Trump - UPI.com

Two nonprofit organizations announced that they would team up to publish climate-related research to further a congressionally mandated assessment that had been gutted by the Trump administration.

by: Forbes

Trump's 2026 Budget: $163 Billion In Cuts Slash Science, IRS, EPA, Energy And Subsidies For Poor (Live Updates)

The White House revealed details of Trump's budget request to Congress Friday—though defense spending will increase.

by: CNN

Earth science societies take on US climate report after Trump administration dismisses researchers

The new research will be published in a special collection across 29 peer-reviewed research journals.

by: Impacts

Materials Science in Energy Utilization: Exploring the Latest Techs

Materials science is the foundation of modern energy technologies as it finds solutions for the latest challenges. Whether in power generation, storage, or transmission, the advancements in energy utilizationare significantly influenced by the development of advanced materials. Innovations in new energy materials, custom integrated circuits, and high-voltage insulators are reshaping the way energy is produced, […]

by: BBC

Prince Harry 'can't see a world' where his family will visit the UK

The Duke of Sussex says the downgrading of taxpayer-funded protection makes visiting the UK too risky.

Look up! This month's Milky Way and meteor magic

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