Whether extraterrestrial civilizations and other intelligent beings exist remains unknown, though scientists have long speculated on this topic. In the mid-20th century, astrophysicist Frank Drake formulated an equation to estimate the number of extraterrestrial civilizations in the galaxy based on variables such as the number of sun-like stars, planets with suitable conditions, or the time…
The brain’s connection to the immune system has long been a mystery. However, according to the findings of a new study, scientists have discovered neurons in the brainstem that play a key role in regulating immunity. These neurons receive signals from the immune system through the vagus nerve and maintain a balance between inflammatory and…
The test was conducted on a prototype of the Polestar 5 car equipped with a new 77 kWh battery. The charging speed during the test started at 310 kW and increased to over 370 kW by the end. The project aimed to validate the experimental concept of the Extreme Fast Charging (XFC) battery technology from…
A study by scientists from Germany and the United Kingdom could alter the treatment paradigm for certain hereditary diseases. Preclinical experiments have demonstrated a link between gut bacteria and genetic pathologies of the retina, which can lead to blindness. It was found that antibacterial therapy successfully addresses tissue damage, but now these results have led…
It’s been almost five years since EA announced the third installment of the popular game Plants vs. Zombies, and it’s almost here. EA has announced that the game Plants vs. Zombies 3: Welcome to Zomburbia (PvZ3) has been released for sale in some countries, including the UK, the Netherlands, Australia, the Philippines, and Ireland. Like…
While Windows 11 continues to gain users (according to third-party statistical services), the OS is still quite far from its predecessor, which will soon cease official support. However, in the gaming realm, Windows 11 seems to be doing much better. In its latest Steam Hardware & Software Survey, Valve reports that Windows 11 is very…
Scientists in China have developed a new chemical mixture that allows brain tissues to function again after freezing. The solution, made from methylcellulose, ethylene glycol, and other components, protects brain cells from damage during freezing and thawing. As a result, organoids retain their functions and structure even after 18 months of freezing and, overall, develop…
Apple is expected to introduce iOS 18 at the WWDC event on June 10th, promising many improvements and new features for iPhone and iPad users. Among them, several Apple apps are said to undergo significant enhancements, including Apple Music, Apple Maps, Calculator, Messages, Notes, Safari, and others. Subsequently, MacRumors has compiled rumored features expected in…
Victorinox, the maker of famous Swiss Army knives, is working on a model without a blade. CEO Carl Elsener revealed this in an interview with Blick. “Elsener explained that the presence of a blade in the knife leads to the perception of our products primarily as weapons in some markets,” he said. In England and…
Director George Lucas criticized Hollywood studios for promoting feminism. This happened during a recent receipt of the “Golden Palm Branch” award at the closing of the Cannes Film Festival. Lucas is not a fan of the overall modern trend of appointing women as bosses, which Hollywood uses to promote feminism: “You can’t just put pants…
