This story is from October 2017 One of the world’s leading scientists is warning of an impending apocalypse. No, not a zombie apocalypse, but rather one involving unstoppable bacteria against whom no antibiotics work. She says she is worried that our future generations will live in a world where antibiotics no longer protect them from...
We’ve got contactless credit cards, smartphones, and smartwatches, but did you know that we have microchips now, too? That’s right: Since 2017 in Sweden, thousands of people have been implanting microchips above their thumb so that they can do nearly everything with just a wave of their hand. Thousands Have Microchips Under Their Skin in...
If you’re a cyclist, it would make sense for you to seek out the most beautiful trails around. Most of the time, these trails are pretty close to home. But there are cyclists from around the world who enjoy bringing their bikes along when they travel. If this is you, get ready to see the...
You know we are in the future when even a robot commits suicide. In the summer of 2017, a patrol robot named Steve in Washington D.C. rolled itself into a fountain and died. (1) How A Robot ‘Commits Suicide‘ Steve was a Knightscope K5 security robot who patrolled an office building in Washington, D.C. While...
In recent events with WhatsApp changing its terms and conditions, it’s only natural to think about what certain websites know about us. What if there was a simple tool to help us find out? In this modern world where the internet thrives one might wonder what exactly Big Tech knows about us. Facebook, Twitter, Amazon,...
Portugal recently etched its name into the renewable energy history books by running entirely on wind, hydro, and solar power for an unprecedented six consecutive days. This incredible feat, achieved by harnessing natural forces, underscores the nation’s commitment to sustainable energy sources. The extraordinary run commenced on October 27th, with Portugal’s largest energy company, Redes...
Homelessness affects people all around the world. In the United States, about 567,715 people were left without a home “on any given night” in 2019. To make matters worse, 37% of these people sleep outside with no shelter. [1] While homelessness is a growing issue with no clear solution, there are ways to immediately help individuals residing in...
In a recent discussion between Elon Musk, the visionary behind Tesla and SpaceX, and the UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, the conversation revolved around the chilling prospects of artificial intelligence (AI). Musk made a thought-provoking analogy, comparing AI to a “magic genie,” while highlighting the ‘uncomfortable’ truth about the advancements in this sector.1 Musk’s warning...
A lot of sunlight energy goes to waste every day just passing through your window. Imagine if, instead, those windows could capture that energy and use it to power your home or business. With transparent solar panels, that dream could become a reality. Windows Made of Transparent Solar Panels The relatively new technology to enter...
Deep in the depths of the Red Sea, scientists have made a mind-boggling discovery that is shrouded in mystery. In a groundbreaking study that occurred “in the last five minutes of the ten-hour ROV dive”, researchers from the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, in partnership with OceanX, uncovered rare...
Payment technology has progressed rapidly in recent years. Once upon a time, you needed cold hard cash to purchase groceries. Then, all you needed were plastic cards. Then all you needed was a smartphone. Now, all you need is the palm of your hand. Last year, Amazon launched palm-paying technology, called Amazon One, to over...
Till now, only three countries have ever managed to successfully do a planned landing on the moon. On August 23rd, India proudly added its name to the list with the successful landing of the Chandraayan-3 spacecraft. Not only that, the spacecraft is also the first one ever to land near the lunar south pole. The...
