NIH head, still angry about COVID, wants a second scientific revolution

Can we pander to MAHA, re-litigate COVID, and improve science at the same time? [...]

After Republican complaints, judicial body pulls climate advice

Meant to help judges handle scientific issues, document is now climate-free. [...]

Google launches Gemini 3.1 Pro, retaking AI crown with 2X+ reasoning performance boost

Late last year, Google briefly took the crown for most powerful AI model in the world with the launch of Gemini 3 Pro — only to be surpassed within weeks by OpenAI and Anthropic releasing new models [...]

Venom and Hot Peppers Offer a Key to Killing Resistant Bacteria

Researchers have developed three new antibiotics from scorpion venom and habanero peppers to combat tuberculosis and other drug-resistant pathogens. [...]

A non-public document reveals that science may not be prioritized on next Mars mission

For some reason, NASA chose not to publicly release its Mars orbiter objectives. [...]

A closer look at Honor’s Robot Phone

While Honor has already made plenty of product announcements, with tablets, foldables, and more, its most interesting device at MWC 2026 is the Robot Phone — and maybe the humanoid robot that came a [...]

OpenAI upgrades ChatGPT with interactive learning tools as lawsuits and Pentagon backlash mount

OpenAI on Monday launched a set of interactive visual tools inside ChatGPT that let users manipulate mathematical and scientific formulas in real time — a genuinely impressive education feature that [...]

Delta picks Amazon Leo for in-flight Wi-Fi starting in 2028

In-flight Wi-Fi on Delta flights will be provided by Amazon Leo beginning in 2028, the two companies have announced. In a blow to Elon Musk’s Starlink, Amazon’s deal with Delta will see its satell [...]

Best science-based weight loss program for long-term results

Start a Weight Watchers program for as low as $10/month for 10 months and get the first month free [...]