Mon, June 2, 2025

by: UPI

Former ESPN 'Sports Science' host John Brenkus dies at 54 - UPI.com

Former ESPN personality John Brenkus, who hosted the popular "Sports Science," has died, according to a message released on his social media accounts. He was 54.

by: CNN

John Brenkus, founder and host of Emmy-winning 'Sports Science' show, dies aged 54 after battle with depression | CNN

John Brenkus, the founder and host of the Emmy-winning "Sports Science" show, has died aged 54 after a battle with depression, a statement on his social media account said on Sunday.

by: Forbes

Former NSF Director Warns Of Fragile Future For American Science

Former NSF Director France C rdova reflects on the promise of science, the limits of philanthropy, and why disinvestment puts America's scientific future at risk.

by: legit

UTME resit 2025: Science student who got 151 in first exam displays new result

A Nigerian boy celebrated after rewriting the UTME and scoring over 280, following an initial error that saw him score 151. He displayed his new results.

by: BBC

Testing the Glide smart cane for blind people

by: KTTV

'Sports Science' host John Brenkus dies at 54

John Brenkus, a TV producer who was known for hosting the show, Sports Science, has died at 54.
Sun, June 1, 2025

by: Chowhound

The Hack To Cry Less When Cutting Onions, According To Science

We have all fallen victim to the pungent tears that follow slicing into an onion. However, this hack can help keep those irritating tears at bay.

by: Yahoo

State launches new Technology and Innovation Office, announces $90M for tech advancement

Technology is getting a new home at the New Mexico Economic Development Department. The department on Monday announced the launch of its Technology and Innovation Office, which will absorb the existing Office of Strategy,

by: Parade

The Genius Science-Backed Way to Make the Best-Ever Lemonade

This is the key for a next-level summer drink.

by: Forbes

Immigration Research Shows Stephen Miller Wrong About American Science

Stephen Miller, the chief architect of Trump immigration policy, argues that American scientific achievement owes little to immigrants.

by: Daily

TDB-DST backs India's First Indigenous Thrombectomy Device Manufacturing

New Delhi: In a significant boost to India's medtech innovation landscape, the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science and Technology (DST), has extended financial support to M/s...

by: Nature

Trump's call for 'gold-standard science' has prompted an outcry: here's why

Thousands have signed an open letter against the US president's latest order, anxious about political interference in science and more.
Sat, May 31, 2025

by: WBRE

Demonstrating STEM skills in Luzerne County at SHINE Science Olympiad

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) Some 150 students got to demonstrate their science knowledge thanks to an annual competition in Wilkes-Barre. The always popular Egg Drop was just one of the categories on Saturday at the SHINE Science Olympiad. Wilkes University welcomed students from nine different schools in Luzerne County. 28/22 Anchor Nick Toma [ ]

by: WAFB

La. Art and Science museum hosting multiple events in June

You are invited to take a trip to the Louisiana Art and Science Museum in downtown Baton Rouge to enjoy many activities taking place in June.

by: KDFW

The science of preparing a PGA golf course

The 2025 KPMG Women's PGA Championship makes its Texas debut at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco, June 19-22.

by: STAT

Illumina's PromoterAI unlocks rare disease clues in noncoding genome

And more biotech news brought to you by The Readout.

by: NPR

Here's the science behind the COVID vaccine in pregnancy

Existing evidence on the safety and efficacy of getting a COVID vaccine in pregnancy all points the same way: the shot is important for maternal and fetal health.

by: ThePrint

Preparing for the AI-Driven Economy: How The Apollo University's M.Tech in Data Science is Shaping the Future of Data-Driven Industry Leaders

NewsVoir Chittoor (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 31: Artificial intelligence, automation and data-driven innovation are continuously shaping the world we live in, and The Apollo University has positioned itself nicely at the forefront of this educational revolution. Through its M.Tech in Data Science, the university is nurturing a new generation of professionals ready to take the [ ]

by: BBC

Inside a phone smuggled out of North Korea

Fri, May 30, 2025

by: Jerry

Two HBCU students selected for prestegious MIT Fellowship

North Carolina A&T rising seniors Kani'ya Davis and Dasia Garner have been selected as the 2026 HBCU Science Journalism Fellows at MIT

by: Futurism

The AI Slop Scandal Around the MAHA Report Is Getting Worse

The White House wrote off the errors as "minor citation" mishaps, but it's so much more worse than that. AI's fingerprints are all over it.

by: Oregonian

'A big gut punch': Oregon universities lose millions in federal science funding

These grants totalling more than $6 million in funds awarded but not yet spent supported scientific research and education.

by: MSNBC

As more fake citations emerge in the 'MAHA' report, White House struggles with a defense

To describe references to nonexistent scientific research as "some formatting issues" is like saying the Titanic confronted "some evening issues."

by: BBC

Cake for breakfast? Sometimes that's what you need

by: KBTX

Officials provide update on New World screwworm as Texas A&M receives meat science donation

The fly infects living mammals, including livestock, pets and humans. Untreated, it can lead to death. The U.S. previously eradicated the New World screwworm in the 1960s.
Thu, May 29, 2025

by: fox6now

American Science & Surplus fundraiser, business needs help to stay afloat

The beloved store, founded in Chicago, opened its first Milwaukee location in 1981.

by: Patch

New Marine And Environmental Science Research Lab Unveiled At LI HS

New equipment includes various coral farm systems, an upgraded 600-gallon coral reef tank, a molecular biology research station, and more.

by: SciTechDaily

Brain Reset: One Molecular Switch Could Silence Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

One scientist may have cracked the code to curing Alzheimer's and Parkinson's using a single molecular switch.

by: NextShark

DOJ probes top Virginia high school over alleged anti-Asian discrimination in admissions

The Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) in Virginia over allegations that its Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJ) discriminated against Asian American students in its admissions process. The probe follows a referral from Virginia Atty. Gen. Jason Miyares, who announced on Wednesday that his office found reasonable cause that FCPS violated the Virginia Human Rights Act and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

by: LancasterOnline

Hempfield school board approves new science curriculum by 8-1 vote

When: Hempfield school board buildings & grounds and finance committee meeting, May 27.

by: STAT

Lilly to acquire biotech developing pain drugs

And more can't-miss biotech news brought to you by The Readout.

by: CNN

Do transgender women have an athletic advantage? Here's what the science does - and doesn't - say | CNN

What are the stakes when a fraction of a second, the length of an extended arm or the weight of a body in motion can mean the difference between victory and defeat?

by: BBC

'Baby botox' and the boom in anti-ageing products for kids

Wed, May 28, 2025

by: MassLive

Mass. AG sues Trump administration over cuts to scientific research

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell is suing the Trump administration over cuts to the National Science Foundation.

by: Nature

Trump's call for 'gold standard science' has prompted an outcry: here's why

Thousands have signed an open letter against the US president's latest order, anxious about political interference in science and more.

by: ExecutiveGov

Executive Order Seeks to Restore 'Gold Standard Science'

Read about President Trump's executive order that seeks to spur innovation by restoring agency use of "gold standard science."

by: KHQ

Washington sues Trump administration over science funding cuts

SEATTLE - Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown has joined a coalition of 15 attorneys general in suing the Trump administration. They aim to block the administration's attempt to cut

by: ABC7

Science lab incident at South LA middle school triggers hazmat response

At least eight people were treated Wednesday morning following a science lab incident at a middle school in South Los Angeles.

by: Forbes

5 Universities Get $90 Million Gift For Science Research Amid Federal Cuts

Larry Leinweber announces landmark endowment to support early-career scientists in theoretical physics as the Trump administration slashes science research.

by: CNN

Want to live to a healthy old age? Here's what a top doctor does based on hard science | CNN

Dr. Eric Topol has been studying Super Agers for decades. Here's how he changed his life based on what his research showed

by: STAT

VC Survey: The biggest impacts of AI on health care?

The biggest health tech news of the day from our health tech newsletter, STAT Health Tech.

by: BBC

When getting the joke wrong makes it even funnier

Tue, May 27, 2025

by: MSNBC

Tesla sales topple in Europe as Musk's problems mount

Plus, MAGA science cuts fuel an American brain drain, Trump's top meme coin investor gets a golden gift, and the president goes Apple-picking.

by: WGME

Are Dire Wolves Back? The Science & Ethics of De-Extinction

In Jurassic Park, scientists bio-engineered dinosaurs by splicing preserved dino DNA with modern-day frog DNA.

by: legit

Meta news ban intensifying Canadians' legacy media break

As Canada heads into an election this month, voters looking for campaign news on Facebook or Instagram will find material filtered through online creators and influencers -- and no links to articles from major media outlets.

by: Impacts

When Science Met Gadgets: Techburner's Collab with Mark Rober

New Delhi [India], May 26: In a year filled with remarkable collaborations, one unlikely duo caught the internet's imagination and captured hearts across continents: Techburner, India's charismatic gadget reviewer and DIY tech content creator, and Mark Rober, the American science YouTube sensation best known for his intricate builds and contagious enthusiasm for engineering. Their collaboration [ ]

by: BBC

Carpet in the bathroom - yay or nay?

Mon, May 26, 2025

by: BBC

Almost 1m young people not in work or education

Trump's call for 'gold standard science' has prompted an outcry: here's why

Thousands have signed an open letter against the US president's latest order, anxious about political interference in science and more.

The article from Nature discusses the significant advancements in quantum computing, highlighting a recent breakthrough where researchers achieved a stable quantum state for an unprecedented duration, potentially paving the way for more practical quantum computers. It details how a team at a leading tech company managed to extend the coherence time of qubits using a novel error-correction technique, which is crucial for performing complex calculations without the interference of environmental noise. The article also touches on the implications of this development for various fields, including cryptography, drug discovery, and financial modeling, suggesting that while still in its early stages, quantum computing is moving closer to real-world applications. Additionally, it mentions ongoing challenges, such as scaling up the technology and maintaining qubit stability, but emphasizes the optimism within the scientific community about the future of quantum computing.

Read the Full Nature Article at:
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-01668-x