Dr. Vincent Munster, a Dutch virologist praised for his role in developing the Covid vaccine, is currently under investigation by U.S. federal authorities. Charges have been filed against him for allegedly conspiring to smuggle deactivated mpox and other biological materials into the United States. The complaint, which was revealed last week, indicates that Dr. Munster,...
The back rooms of the La Brea Tar Pits resemble a maze filled with packing crates. Each crate is labeled with handwritten sticky notes stating contents like “bison skulls” or “camel hip.” Every bone, from the dire wolf ribs to sabertooth fangs, will be protected in custom foam shells. The museum will be closing for...
Andrew Jones, a researcher with Noah’s Ark Scans, has presented new soil data suggesting the remains of Noah’s Ark might be located in Turkey. The site in question, situated at the Durupinar location in eastern Turkey, has been under scrutiny since its identification in the 1950s. This site has sparked ongoing discussions between those who...
The New World screwworm fly, known for its flesh-eating larvae, has returned to the United States after a 60-year absence. This parasitic insect, which affects livestock, wildlife, and pets, poses significant concerns for American agriculture. A recent discovery in a 3-week-old calf in Texas has prompted federal officials to take action. The larvae of this...
After six months without communication, NASA has declared its Maven spacecraft, orbiting Mars, as permanently silent. The announcement marks the end of a mission that provided over a decade of important data from the Red Planet. Mission Ends After Technical Issues Launched in 2013, Maven’s role was to study Mars’ atmosphere. The spacecraft stopped transmitting...
The fight against Ebola continues as global health organizations work to fast-track a vaccine specifically for the Bundibugyo species. This lesser-known species is causing problems in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. The approved Ebola vaccine, Ervebo, is not designed to tackle this variant. Two major non-profits have pledged substantial funds to jump-start...
Blue Origin, led by Jeff Bezos, reported that the recent explosion of their massive New Glenn rocket at Cape Canaveral did not damage the fuel tanks or some key launch pad components. These include tanks for methane, hydrogen, and oxygen, which appear intact, while the site’s water tank also remains unharmed. CEO Dave Limp explained...
Blue Origin announced that last week’s rocket explosion has not damaged crucial components of the launch site. The New Glenn rocket, significant for NASA’s Artemis moon program, exploded during an engine test at Cape Canaveral’s Space Force Station. However, the fuel tanks and critical structures remain intact. The explosion caused shockwaves but spared the methane,...
Following an explosion at the launch pad, Blue Origin shared that the damage was less severe than initially expected. The company aims to resume New Glenn rocket launches by year-end. CEO Dave Limp announced on social media that key structures like propellant tanks and processing hangars remained intact. Although the main support gantry sustained damage,...
Excavators have uncovered an ancient tunnel near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel in Jerusalem. This site is associated with the biblical Kingdom of Judah. The discovery was announced by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) on May 14. The rock-hewn tunnel, found before the construction of a new residential neighborhood, measures about 164 feet in length. It stands...