Science

Washington, DC - In a  move that has reignited global debate over space governance and resource exploitation,  President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order Friday asserting the right of U.S. companies to explore and extract oil resources on the Moon.

Washington, D.C. — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ignited a national debate by asserting that petroleum-based synthetic food dyes are contributing to what he calls an "autism epidemic" in the United States. Kennedy’s claims, made during a series of press briefings and public events this week, accompany sweeping new federal measures to phase out eight artificial food dyes from the nation’s food supply by the end of next year.

Cape Canaveral, FL - Pop superstar Katy Perry and actress Cheryl Hines successfully launched into low Earth orbit early Sunday morning as part of an all-female civilian space crew. The mission, backed by private space company AstraNova in partnership with NASA, marks a significant milestone in the democratization of space travel and the ongoing push for gender equity in the field.

Dallas - Colossal Biosciences Inc., a leading biotechnology firm, has revealed significant progress in resurrecting the ancient Dire Wolf and Bear Market species, while making strides toward reviving the Woolly Mammoth. The ambitious projects, which combine cutting-edge genetic engineering and de-extinction technologies, mark the firm’s latest achievement in their effort to undo some of the ecological damage caused by human intervention over millennia.

Washington, DC - President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to cut off federal funding for the Doomsday Clock and freeze its time signature. The Doomsday Clock, maintained by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, symbolizes the likelihood of a man-made global catastrophe, with midnight representing the apocalypse.

Seoul - A new video has emerged, capturing mysterious drones flying in close proximity to Jeju Air Flight 2216 moments before its tragic crash at Muan International Airport in South Korea. The footage, which has gone viral on social media platforms, adds a perplexing element to the ongoing investigation of the disaster that claimed 179 lives.

Petersburg, KY - The Creation Museum has recently unveiled its latest exhibit, titled "A Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," which combines an interactive display with a cinema experience. This new addition aims to engage visitors in a unique exploration of the relationship between humans and apes, framed within a biblical context.

Frankfurt - A routine software update by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike led to a massive cloud computing outage affecting critical services worldwide. The incident occurred during the implementation of new software designed to untraceably modify electronic ballots. Here’s what we know:

Helsinki - Scientists have identified a new gene associated with early-onset Parkinson's disease. This finding, published in the latest issue of the Journal of Neuroscience, marks a significant advancement in understanding the genetic underpinnings of this debilitating neurological disorder.

Mankato, MN - Blue Earth County officials have issued an urgent warning as the Rapidan Dam's control systems have been compromised by a cyber attack linked to the recent CDK Global software breach. Engineers are racing against time to prevent a potential dam failure that could have catastrophic consequences for downstream communities.