Why do stars appear different colors in the night sky? Discover why some stars shine blue, white, orange or red and what those colors tell us about the cosmos. Space · Jun 11
Why some men with prostate cancer may soon need only five radiotherapy sessions For many men with prostate cancer, the word “radiotherapy” still conjures up weeks of daily hospital trips: 20 or more sessions, Monday to Friday, for a month or longer. A new NHS England programme aims to shrink that burden dramatically by offering eligible men a highly focused form of radiotherapy… The Conversation · Jun 11
Total sunbed ban urged by government advisers over skin cancer fears Committee on Medical Aspects of Radiation’s report suggests that laws to control use of the machines have not been effective The Independent UK · Jun 8
Russian drone hits building storing spent nuclear fuel near Chornobyl Attack was ‘extremely vile’ and deliberate, says Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy The Guardian - UK · Jun 7
Chernobyl fuel facility hit: Nuclear fears resurface, Kyiv says Russian attack ‘deliberate' A Russian drone struck a spent nuclear fuel storage facility in Ukraine's Chornobyl exclusion zone, officials reported. While authorities confirmed radiation levels remained normal, President Zelenskyy condemned the attack as a deliberate act of recklessness targeting critical infrastructure. This incident adds to a pattern of Russian actions endangering nuclear safety,… The Times of India · Jun 7
7 Sun Protection Secrets Every Car Owner Must Know Your car may look perfectly fine today. But while it sits under the sun, invisible damage could already be happening. The dashboard slowly fades. The paint begins losing its shine. Leather seats become dry and cracked. Over time, these small changes add up, making a relatively new car look years… MyLifeXP · Jun 5
Florida man arrested after allegedly trying to sell stolen radiological device that could have made people ill on Facebook Marketplace Improper handling or damage to the device could have caused severe health complications due to radiation exposure The Independent UK · Jun 4
Can black holes turn into white holes? It's not such a crazy idea, scientists say New research suggests primordial black holes born during the Big Bang could live much longer than previously estimated — long enough to become energy-spewing white holes. Space · Jun 3
'10 of the best': how a deep breath keeps the heart safe in breast treatment A challenge in breast-cancer treatment is protecting the heart. Newcastle Herald · Jun 3
5 Tanning Mistakes Most People Make Every Summer Summer often brings a certain pressure to look glowing, bronzed, and camera-ready. Social media, travel culture, and beauty trends have made tanning feel like a normal part of the season for many young people. Yet despite how common tanning is, many individuals still misunderstand how sun exposure actually affects the… MyLifeXP · May 30
Most powerful 'ghost particle' ever may have come from a cosmic particle accelerator fed by a black hole The most energetic "ghost particle" neutrino ever detected may have been blasted at Earth by blazars, suggesting that these events and their black hole engines are powerful cosmic particle accelerators. Space · May 28
DOSIsoft Launches DOSIsoft Theranostics, a Dedicated Entity to Accelerate Software Innovation for Personalized Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics PARIS, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of SNMMI 2026, DOSIsoft, a leading provider of dosimetry software for radiation oncology and nuclear medicine, today announced the launch of DOSIsoft Theranostics, a dedicated entity focused on developing theranostics software for broader routine clinical adoption. As an independent player fully dedicated to… AAP · May 26
Could Launching Tumors Into Space Help Medicine Beat Cancer? A new experiment is seeking to validate whether living cancer samples can be prepared, operated, monitored, and recovered under flight conditions without crew intervention in their standardized format for pharma-grade preclinical research. International Business Times · May 25
China launches 'human artificial embryos' to space in bid to see whether reproduction is possible off-world China's Tianzhou-10 mission just delivered embryo-like structures made from living stem cells to the Tiangong space station. Experiments could shed light on how radiation and microgravity affect human reproduction. LiveScience · May 24
TechRadar · May 23 'We never actually planned to start a company' — This 'accidental' spin-off from Germany revolutionizing 6G and space tech with microscopic filters that's barely thicker than a virus Lepto developed microscopic terahertz filters supporting satellite communications, 6G research, medical imaging, and experimental quantum computing applications worldwide.
The Economic Times · May 17 'Unacceptable' threat to safety: UN nuclear watchdog sounds alarm over drone strike near UAE's Barakah plant A drone strike near the UAE's Barakah nuclear plant has sparked grave concern from the IAEA, though radiation levels remain normal. The incident, targeting an electrical generator, marks a dangerous escalation in regional tensions. Emergency response contained the fire, with no injuries reported.
Euronews · May 17 Drone strike sparks fire near UAE nuclear plant amid Iran ceasefire tension A drone strike sparked a fire near the UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant, officials say, with no injuries or radiation leak reported as regional tensions around the Iran ceasefire escalate.
MarketBeat · May 13 QuickLogic Q1 Earnings Call Highlights QuickLogic (NASDAQ:QUIK) reported higher first-quarter fiscal 2026 revenue and reiterated expectations for strong full-year growth, as management highlighted progress in radiation-hardened FPGA products, embedded FPGA intellectual property and chiplet-related opportunities. President and Chief Exec
LiveScience · May 12 Microplastics absorb heat in the atmosphere and contribute to global warming — as if they weren't bad enough Climate scientists have discovered that microplastics and nanoplastics are helping to drive global warming by absorbing sunlight and radiation in the atmosphere.
The Economic Times · May 12 Scientists finally figured out how mosquitoes track and bite humans Mosquitoes possess a hidden sense: they track your body heat using infrared radiation. Researchers discovered this ability, which, when combined with CO2 and odor, significantly boosts their host-seeking behavior. This breakthrough offers new avenues for mosquito control, particularly as disease-carrying species expand their range. Understanding this thermal detection is crucial…
MarketBeat · May 11 Alpha Tau Medical Shares Early REGAIN Data: 2 Complete Responses in Glioblastoma Study Alpha Tau Medical (NASDAQ:DRTS) presented early clinical results from the first three patients treated in its REGAIN study of Alpha DaRT for recurrent glioblastoma, with company executives and clinical investigators describing initial tumor responses and safety observations from the pilot trial. Th
The Economic Times · May 11 India to shrink zones around nuclear reactors to free up land, sources say India plans to reduce exclusion zones around nuclear plants to free up land for expansions and attract private investment. This move, approved in principle by regulators, aims to cut land needs significantly, potentially allowing for greater nuclear capacity. However, the decision is expected to face public and political backlash due…
Clever Dude · May 10 Tennessee Drivers Are Replacing Wiper Blades More Often Because UV Exposure Shortens Rubber Life Sunlight in Tennessee does more than brighten roads—it quietly attacks the rubber on windshield wiper blades, shortening their useful life faster than many drivers expect. The combination of intense UV radiation, long summer heat waves, and humidity creates a harsh environment for everyday vehicle maintenance. Drivers notice streaking glass, squeaking…
Motor1 · May 5 Man Waits 8 Months For His Dream Toyota. Then He Rejects It At The Dealership In 8 Seconds—Due To One Detector The sale seemed like a sure thing: an enthusiastic customer willing to put down a deposit and wait eight months for their dream truck at nearly $80,000 asking price. But a former Toyota salesman recounts how things took a turn straight out of Better Call Saul when it came time…