Bryan Johnson, a 45-year-old tech entrepreneur, spends $2 million annually on a rigorous anti-aging regimen aiming to restore his body to an 18-year-old state. With over 30 health professionals and extreme treatments, he claims to have reversed his epigenetic age by 5.1 years in seven months, documenting everything publicly in his Blueprint project.
A small asteroid, 2024 PT5, has completed its temporary gravitational interaction with Earth, ending a two-month sojourn. The 33-foot object, possibly a chip off the Moon, will return for a brief visit in January before a 30-year hiatus.
A Vancouver cardiologist's minimally invasive aortic valve replacement, performed without general anesthesia, has enabled 411 patients to leave the hospital within a day. The 3M procedure, presented at a major cardiology conference, could reshape heart surgery recovery.
A New York Times report reveals that in 2012, Google DeepMind cofounder Demis Hassabis pointed out a critical flaw in Elon Musk's Mars colonization plan: AI could follow humans to the Red Planet. Musk, reportedly speechless, later invested in DeepMind but eventually called the company his top AI concern.
A UK-led experiment, RemoveDEBRIS, is aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule heading to the International Space Station to test net-based and harpoon-based methods for capturing orbital debris. The mission aims to prove that cleaning up space junk can be done affordably, addressing a growing threat to satellites.
A new animation depicting two SpaceX Starships meeting in orbit for propellant transfer has drawn approval from Elon Musk. The visual comes as SpaceX prepares for a NASA-funded demonstration of orbital refueling, a key step for deep-space missions.
During a televised interview, Medicare administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz struggled to explain President Trump's claim of cutting drug prices by 1,500 percent, a figure that mathematically implies negative costs. The exchange highlighted ongoing concerns about the administration's health policy communications and the credibility of its officials.
A water leak forced NASA to cut short a spacewalk, highlighting the aging shuttle-era suits. Adding to the concern, contractor Collins Aerospace has abandoned its work on a replacement, leaving Axiom and SpaceX as potential alternatives.
China's state-run Global Times has cautioned Elon Musk against endorsing the lab leak theory of COVID-19's origins, warning that such views could harm Tesla's business in China. The warning follows Musk's tweets supporting a US Energy Department assessment, which has intensified diplomatic tensions.
NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine outlines a bold new approach to lunar exploration, emphasizing a sustainable presence and collaboration with private companies. The plan involves the Lunar Gateway and aims to prepare for future Mars missions.
Health authorities across several countries are investigating a rare cluster of monkeypox cases, with infections reported in the US, UK, Portugal, Spain, and Canada. While the virus is rarely fatal and a vaccine exists, experts are concerned by the unusual international spread and are working to understand transmission patterns.
Four people infected with anthrax in a remote Siberian town reportedly left a hospital before doctors cleared them, prompting an official alert. The incident, tied to an unvaccinated animal camp, echoes a 2016 outbreak linked to thawing permafrost.
A NASA safety review panel revealed that Boeing's first uncrewed Starliner test in December nearly ended in a catastrophic failure due to a valve mapping software issue. The problem could have caused incorrect thruster firing during re-entry, risking the spacecraft's loss. NASA is now deciding whether to require another uncrewed test before allowing astronauts on board.
The SETI Post-Detection Hub at the University of St Andrews is developing protocols for humanity's response to alien contact. Coordinator John Elliott warns that without preparation, society could react chaotically, as seen during the COVID pandemic.
The European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft and two cubesats launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to investigate the asteroid Dimorphos, which NASA deliberately struck in 2022. The mission aims to assess the impact's effects and gather data on the binary asteroid system, with arrival expected in 2026.
A Stanford-led study published in Cell Stem Cell shows that induced pluripotent stem cells, when combined with an adjuvant, can shrink or reject tumors in mice, suggesting a potential path to personalized cancer vaccines pending human trials.
NASA's Curiosity rover, using a wet chemistry experiment on a 2017 Martian soil sample, has detected benzoic acid and ammonia—molecules not previously found on the Red Planet. While not proof of past life, the results expand the known inventory of Martian organics and validate a technique for future searches.
Novo Nordisk, the Danish drugmaker behind Ozempic and Wegovy, will lay off about 9,000 employees, or 11% of its workforce, as it faces rising competition in the weight-loss drug market. The cuts are part of a cost-saving plan to trim $1.3 billion by 2026, following a profit warning and a new CEO appointment. The company also announced a full-time return-to-office mandate starting in 2026.
Samsung's EYECAN+ is an assistive device that lets users control a computer with only eye movements and blinks, requiring calibration only once. The technology and design will be released as open source, potentially broadening access for people with disabilities.
SpaceX has positioned its latest Starship prototype, SN9, on the launch pad, following the explosive conclusion of the SN8 test flight. The company is preparing for another high-altitude attempt, though no official date has been set. Road closures hint at a possible test before year's end.
Boeing recorded zero net sales of its 737 Max in April and May, with only three other planes sold in May. The slump follows the Alaska Airlines door plug incident and ongoing scrutiny, though the company's backlog remains strong at over 5,600 orders.
A NASA-funded study on rats reveals that galactic cosmic radiation, a key hazard of deep space missions, can cause lasting erectile dysfunction, with effects persisting over a year after exposure. The findings highlight a new health risk for astronauts, though treatments targeting specific biological pathways showed promise in the animal model.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, already years behind schedule and over budget, faces another delay after a helium leak was found in its service module. The launch, now targeted for May 21, marks the latest in a series of technical issues, including a recent valve problem on the Atlas V rocket. NASA and Boeing are conducting additional testing to ensure safety before the first crewed flight.
NASA has released video footage documenting the Perseverance rover's landing on Mars, revealing the intricate sequence of parachute deployment, heat shield separation, and the skycrane maneuver that delivered the rover safely. The footage captures the tension at mission control, where cheers erupted upon confirmation of the successful touchdown.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe is set to make its closest-ever pass by the Sun on Christmas Eve, plunging into the corona to study the origins of solar wind. The spacecraft will come within 3.8 million miles of the solar surface, enduring extreme heat to gather data that could explain why the corona is hotter than the Sun's surface.
Russian officials are moving forward with plans for a new orbital station, but a top scientist warns that reusing modules from the ISS could introduce harmful microbes. The warning comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and follows past incidents of microbial damage on the Mir station.
A British planetary scientist challenges Harvard's Avi Loeb's claim that tiny spherules found on the Pacific Ocean floor are from an interstellar meteorite, suggesting they could be fallout from Cold War-era nuclear tests on the Marshall Islands. She calls for further analysis to settle the origin of the particles.
China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian on Tuesday accused the United States of militarizing outer space, citing espionage and the development of space weapons. The criticism follows the Pentagon's request for a 40% budget increase for the Space Force, raising concerns about a new arms race beyond Earth.
A 30-year-old poison control counselor in Minnesota faces charges for allegedly poisoning his wife, a Mayo Clinic pharmacist, with colchicine. Investigators cite divorce talks, debt, and a $500,000 life insurance policy as motives, and his internet searches for lethal doses and sodium nitrate as evidence.
Recent studies are investigating non-antibiotic treatments for severe bacterial infections, including bacteriophage therapy and immune-based interventions. These approaches aim to combat antibiotic resistance and offer new options for patients with resistant infections.
As the milk crate challenge spreads on TikTok, orthopedic surgeons and health departments warn of severe injury risks and added strain on hospitals already overwhelmed by COVID-19. The Baltimore Department of Health and Mount Sinai's Shawn Anthony urge the public to avoid the stunt, which often results in falls comparable to ladder accidents.
Chinese researchers have developed a smartphone-controlled hydrogel implant that activates insulin-producing cells in diabetic mice, stabilizing blood sugar within two hours. The device, called HydrogeLED, uses LED lights triggered by an app, but current limitations require mice to stay within an electromagnetic coil. Future versions aim to include a built-in glucometer and batteries for full mobility.
A daily gel combining testosterone and a synthetic hormone reduced sperm counts to levels considered contraceptive in a phase 2 trial of 222 men. Side effects were mild, but the study has yet to confirm whether the gel actually prevents pregnancy when used as the sole contraceptive by couples.
A Cornell psychiatrist says Trump’s debate performance showed signs of cognitive decline, citing tangential speech and repetition. While not diagnosing, he recommends a neuropsychiatric evaluation. Harris’s performance was seen as normal.
Neuralink acknowledged that a significant number of monkeys in its brain implant experiments were euthanized due to complications, contradicting an animal rights group's claims. The company defends its practices while facing criticism and preparing for human trials.
A 12-year-old's death in Kerala from Nipah virus has triggered a containment effort, with 188 contacts traced and a quarantine zone established. The virus, with a 75% fatality rate and no cure, poses a serious threat despite being less contagious than COVID-19.
Swiss scientists have developed a lab-grown bone marrow tissue that supports blood-forming stem cells for days, overcoming a long-standing hurdle. The model, described in PNAS, could accelerate drug testing and personalized treatment for blood disorders like leukemia.
An Israeli spacecraft is carrying a disc with 25,000 books, Wikipedia, and language guides to the Moon, part of a project to preserve human knowledge for billions of years. The archive, created by the Arch Mission Foundation, launched Thursday on a SpaceX Falcon 9. It is one of several planned backups across the solar system.
Two NASA astronauts whose eight-day mission stretched to eight months due to Boeing Starliner issues plan to vote from the International Space Station. They requested absentee ballots, which NASA transmits electronically, continuing a practice that allows Americans in orbit to participate in elections.
Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin predicts humans will reach Mars by 2040, emphasizing that the journey hinges on inspiring and educating the next generation in STEM fields. He points to current technological advances and the need for sustained investment in youth as critical to making the mission a reality.
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket suffered a structural failure during testing, jeopardizing its planned October launch for NASA's EscaPADE Mars mission. The mishap adds to years of delays and technical issues, raising doubts about meeting the tight deadline.
NASA, the Department of Energy, and Los Alamos National Laboratory are developing Kilopower, a compact nuclear reactor that could provide reliable electricity for future Mars and Moon missions. The reactor, tested in 2018, offers a scalable power solution for habitats, with plans for multiple units to meet mission needs.
Theoretical physicist Claudius Gros of Goethe University has outlined a concept for sending a 1.5-ton spacecraft with mini-labs to seed life on exoplanets like TRAPPIST-1. Using laser and magnetic sails, the journey would take 12,000 years. The proposal raises ethical questions about humanity's long-term role in the cosmos.
According to a New York Times report, Elon Musk has offered his own sperm to help establish a Martian settlement, underscoring his deep commitment to making humanity multi-planetary. The report also details Musk's concerns about global fertility rates and his company's ongoing plans for a city on the Red Planet.
NASA's Perseverance rover has arrived at a new vantage point overlooking the Séítah region of Jezero Crater, marking the start of its dedicated science campaign. The rover will use its autonomous driving capability to explore layered rocks and dunes that may hold clues to ancient microbial life.
NASA is deploying a software patch to Voyager 2 to address thruster fuel residue and a glitch that affected Voyager 1, aiming to extend the nearly 50-year mission. Engineers are running out of backup options, but the team hopes to reach the 50-year milestone and celebrate.
A Falcon 9 rocket stage bound for the International Space Station was damaged when it struck a bridge during transport, forcing SpaceX to postpone the Crew-5 launch to late September. The incident adds to a series of hardware challenges for the company, while the mission's crew, including a Russian cosmonaut, remains confident in the vehicle's safety.
Astronomers confirmed a sub-Earth planet, Barnard b, orbiting Barnard's star, the closest single star to our Sun at six light-years. The discovery, made with the Very Large Telescope, marks the first known planet around this star and adds to the growing census of low-mass worlds in our cosmic neighborhood.
A legal expert argues that current international treaties banning nuclear weapons in space could hinder humanity's ability to deflect a catastrophic asteroid. He proposes establishing a new global framework now to authorize nuclear strikes on threatening space rocks, avoiding political gridlock during an actual crisis.
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