Science
Microsoft Word 1.1a ported to Windows 11
The developer used Microsoft's 2014 open-source code to create a native 64-bit application.
Researchers grow human heart valve tissue from stem cells
The lab-grown 3D tissues could provide new treatment pathways for childhood heart disease.
Solar eclipse and Perseid meteor shower occur in August 2026
A total solar eclipse visible in parts of Spain and Portugal coincides with the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.
Total Solar Eclipse to Cross Europe: What Happens to Nature?
From birds falling silent to temperature drops, scientists observe how animals and the environment respond to a total solar eclipse.
Fifth Heatwave Hits Europe as Temperatures Approach 43C
Much of Europe faces extreme heat this week, compounding drought, wildfires, and strain on energy and transport.
Australia prepares for targeted bird flu vaccination
Government secures initial funding to protect captive and wild species after first H5N1 wildlife mortality event.
Study links green spaces, farm bacteria to lower allergy risk in children
Estonian research identifies bacteria tied to the 'farm effect,' raising hopes for a preventive drug.
Solar eclipse on August 12: How to watch safely
A total solar eclipse will cross parts of Europe; experts warn that looking directly at the Sun can cause permanent eye damage.
Western Europe sets record for hottest June-July, WMO says
The U.N. weather agency and the Copernicus service both reported the region's warmest start to summer amid drought and heat alerts.
Arctic temperatures and precipitation reach historic highs
Receding sea ice is altering animal behaviors and increasing energy expenditure for wildlife.
Study suggests scrapping combustion engine vehicles to benefit climate
Research from the University of California, Santa Cruz indicates electric cars surpass internal combustion engines in environmental balance within two years
Fecal transplant study shows potential for treating peanut allergies
Six participants in a small phase I clinical trial could tolerate higher amounts of peanut protein following the procedure.
Record 33.02°C water temperature recorded off Mallorca, Spain
Rising Mediterranean temperatures increase risks of severe storms and ecosystem threats
Vascular health maintenance may delay dementia
A long-term study by Lund University links modifiable risk factors like smoking and hypertension to faster brain damage, suggesting that addressing them could postpone Alzheimer's symptoms.
FDA approves Moderna mRNA flu vaccine and Takeda narcolepsy treatment
Moderna's influenza vaccine becomes the first licensed shot using mRNA technology as clinical trial deaths emerge in China
UK scientists develop powder vaccine that requires no refrigeration
The new technology uses trehalose to maintain stability, offering a potential solution to vaccine waste caused by cold chain failures.
FDA approves Moderna’s mRNA influenza vaccine
The first licensed flu shot using messenger RNA technology will be marketed as mFlusiva.
India deploys national response team as Chandipura virus kills 22 children
A specialized team will assist health authorities in Gujarat and Rajasthan states.
Butterflies shifting ranges globally due to climate change, study finds
Research involving 1,758 species shows one in ten butterfly types has changed its habitat distribution
Moderna begins first human trials for Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine
The Phase 1 clinical trial in Canada aims to evaluate safety and immune response for a strain with no existing vaccine.
Japanese scientist develops remote-controlled cyborg cockroaches for underwater use
The devices, designed to perform submerged inspections, can remain underwater for up to three hours.
Early social media use linked to academic deficits, study finds
Researchers suggest delaying access to networks to mitigate impacts on mathematics and language skills
UN warns of an era of global water bankruptcy
Meteorologist Mojib Latif warns that rising temperatures and CO2 absorption are threatening essential water resources.
Total Solar Eclipse on August 12, 2026: Path, Duration, and Safety
The path of totality will cross parts of Spain, Portugal, Russia, Iceland, and Greenland, with a partial eclipse visible across much of Europe.
California Supreme Court rules for Gilead in 'duty to innovate' case
The ruling overturns a previous decision that suggested the company could be held liable for its drug development timelines.
FAA certifies Boeing 737 Max 7 after years of delays
The approval follows increased regulatory scrutiny and redesign requirements for the smallest model in the aircraft family.
Public figures call for UK government to reverse Jodrell Bank funding cuts
The observatory faces a cessation of scientific observations by 2028 as research budgets decrease.
Nanodiamonds may help nerve agent antidotes reach the brain
Researchers developed a diamond-based carrier capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier in laboratory tests
Microplastics detected at Konyaaltı Beach in Antalya
A lecturer at Akdeniz University warns of pollution levels affecting marine life and human health.
Sulfur dioxide concentrations in Istanbul decreased by 24%
An Istanbul Technical University study tracks the decline in air pollution from 2016 to 2025