Solar storm crippled GPS equipment, causing headaches for farmers
The geomagnetic storm that has been cascading down on Earth caused serious technological headaches for farmers across the U.S. and Canada by disrupting GPS on their vehicles.
Helium discovered in Minnesota as US supplies dwindle
A Canadian-based company discovered a potential helium reservoir deep beneath Minnesota's Iron Range last month as U.S. supplies of the gas fall.
Jeff Bezos donates $12M research grant to Smithsonian museum
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos donated $12 million to the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute this month, funding the GEO-TREES database project at their Panama facility.
Ohio researchers develop new breed of honeybees to fight parasites
Researchers at Central State University in Ohio are working to develop traits in honeybees that would combat parasitic mites, one of the biggest causes of colony loss.
Officials investigate mysterious disappearance of 30-Ton shipment of explosive chemicals in California
California officials are investigating the disappearance of 30 tons (61,000 pounds) of ammonium nitrate from a railcar crossing the Midwest.
Chinese genomics company rejects human rights abuses after US blacklists its units
The U.S. Commerce Department has added three units of Chinese company BGI Group to its "entity list" over allegations of contributions to Chinese surveillance.
Bird Buddy smart feeder uses AI to identify over 1,000 feathered friends in your backyard
Bird Buddy has created a new prototype for an AI-integrated Smart Hummingbird Feeder that can identify 350 different species even while they are in flight.
How to up your chances of winning the lottery
With the Powerball jackpot climbing to $800 million, people who dream of winning might be wondering if there are ways to increase the odds of taking home the prize money.
Complaint letter filed with SEC regarding Natera’s promotion of prenatal screening technology
A complaint to the SEC alleges that Natera misled investors and others about its prenatal screening product.
Sen. Cotton, Rep. Gallagher call on Biden admin to blacklist Chinese biotech companies
Cotton and Gallagher sent a letter to Biden administration officials calling for Beijing Genomics Institute (BGI) and other Chinese biotech companies to be added to the blacklist.
World's third-largest diamond unearthed in Botswana
A 1,098-carat diamond believed to be the third-largest gem-quality stone ever to be mined has been discovered in Botswana, according to a joint venture between Anglo American's (AAL.L) De Beers and the government.
Aztec treasure discovered at Mexico City construction site
Gold bar found in Mexico City nearly 40 years ago is discovered to be Aztec gold.
Too hot to fly: Why airplanes can’t fly in high temperatures
Airplanes and temperature