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New books delve into the surprising history of astrology among renowned scientists, the life-saving work of Albert Sabin, and the fundamental physics of space exploration, revealing enduring human curiosity.
A powerful El Niño event is causing widespread disruptions, from Peru's cancelled anchovy season to drought in Central America and flooding in East Africa. Its unprecedented strength, amplified by global warming, may lead to weather patterns unlike those seen in past strong El Niños.
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A new AI, trained on how human pathologists examine tissue samples dynamically, achieves 100% accuracy in identifying cancer slides. This 'Pathology-CoT' method mimics a human's scanning and zooming behavior, outperforming standard AI by significantly reducing false positives.
A new laser experiment has drastically revised the melting point of diamond, finding it occurs over 1,300°F lower than previously believed. This breakthrough resolves a long-standing scientific mystery and has significant implications for fusion energy research and understanding giant planets.
A new study using NASA satellite data suggests SpaceXAI's massive Colossus 2 data centre in Tennessee, powered by temporary gas turbines in Mississippi, has caused a substantial spike in nitrogen oxide (NOx) air pollution. While SpaceXAI and local authorities dispute the findings, experts highlight the significant levels and call for stricter emissions controls.
A new smart pen, developed by Italian researchers, can identify writing difficulties like dysgraphia in children much earlier by analyzing pressure and movement. The study involved over 700 primary and lower secondary students.
New research demonstrates that older adults can effectively acclimate to extreme heat through controlled exposure, showing improved sweating, vasodilation, and reduced heart rate. This finding offers hope for protecting vulnerable populations against rising global temperatures and the dangers of heat waves.
A human mathematician achieved a significant breakthrough in the twin prime conjecture, only to be rapidly surpassed by AI. The events highlight growing concerns within the mathematics community about AI's role in research and the potential impact on human understanding and discovery.