Perpetual Learning
Hello everyone, Eleanor here. Today, I want to talk about a recent development that really caught my eye – the confirmation that Nvidia and AMD will be contributing 15% of their China chip revenue to the U.S. government. This news, dated August 12, 2025, brings to mind many historical instances where governments have stepped in … Read more
It feels like everyone is talking about Ozempic and Wegovy lately when it comes to weight management. These drugs, which mimic a hormone called GLP-1, have certainly made waves. But what if there was something else, something potentially even more impactful, working its way through the science pipeline? Scientists are buzzing about a tiny molecule … Read more
Did life on Earth begin not under the sun, but in the deep, dark abyss of the ocean floor? That’s the fascinating question NPR’s Short Wave podcast explored recently. It’s a concept that really makes you think about where we came from, and perhaps more excitingly, where else in the universe life might be hiding. … Read more
It’s heartbreaking to hear about the recent loss in Mississippi, where a father passed away from what’s being described as a ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria. This kind of news really brings home how vulnerable we can be to microscopic threats we can’t even see. The bacteria in question is Vibrio vulnificus. It’s a type of naturally occurring … Read more
It’s easy to get excited about the possibilities of AI. We’ve all seen how tools like ChatGPT can help with writing, coding, and even brainstorming. But a recent news report highlights a crucial point: not all AI-generated advice is safe or accurate. According to NewsNation, a man recently reported poisoning himself after following dietary advice … Read more
It’s easy to think of health threats as things we can see or feel directly – a visible wound, a persistent cough, or maybe even something as widespread as the flu. But researchers are issuing an urgent warning about an ‘invisible’ health threat that’s lurking all around us, impacting our lives more than we might … Read more
Did you know that over 12,000 years ago, a cosmic event might have drastically changed our planet and potentially wiped out an advanced civilization? It’s a mind-boggling idea that scientists are exploring, and the evidence is quite compelling. Imagine a time when Earth’s climate shifted dramatically, becoming much colder. This wasn’t just a mild change; … Read more
It’s fascinating when nature throws us a curveball, isn’t it? A recent query about a bee with an unusual number of wings – three, with one seemingly broken – got me thinking about the incredible diversity and occasional quirks in the insect world. Bees, like most insects, typically have four wings. They are arranged in … Read more
It’s a funny thing, isn’t it? You’re just living your life, scrolling through content, and suddenly, BAM! Something pops up that feels like it was written just for you. Like the universe, or at least the algorithm, is saying, “Hey, we see you!” I’ve been feeling that a lot lately, especially with the science I’ve … Read more
Have you ever seen a deer doing something that made you scratch your head and wonder, “Why on earth would a deer do that?” It’s easy to anthropomorphize animal behavior, projecting human intentions onto them, but often there are fascinating, science-based reasons behind their actions. Let’s dive into some common deer behaviors that might seem … Read more