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Scientists are trying to develop an experimental DNA-based vaccine that would hijack your cells' DNA to create an immune response to COVID-19.
DNA

Experimental COVID-19 Vaccine Hacks Your DNA to Build Immunity

The idea is to trick your immune system into building up defenses against the coronavirus.

By Dan Robitzski

A neural network trained by MIT researchers found that reopening the economy right now would result in an "exponential explosion" of COVID-19 cases.
Viruses

MIT: Reopening Too Soon Could Cause “Explosion” of Coronavirus

Reopening right now would "nullify" all measures implemented in the US since mid March.

By Victor Tangermann

Many of the mega-rich who are self-isolating without their household staff are learning that they have no idea how to do household chores.
Science & Energy

The Rich Don’t Know How to Use Vacuum Cleaners

They're afraid of catching COVID from their staff but can't take care of themselves.

By Dan Robitzski

SpaceX finally has a launch date to return astronauts from US soil to space since the retirement of NASA's Space Shuttle program in 2011: May 27.
SpaceX

SpaceX Is Officially Sending Astronauts to Space Next Month

"On May 27, will once again launch American astronauts on American rockets from American soil!"

By Victor Tangermann

The IRS Is Sending Stimulus Checks to Dead People
Future Society

The IRS Is Sending Stimulus Checks to Dead People

"Dad got his stimulus check of $1200. He died in 2018."

By Victor Tangermann

Astronomers found a quasar that's giving off uncharacteristically, mind-bendingly fast winds unlikely anything they'd ever seen before.
Science & Energy

Astronomers Spot Strongest Cosmic Storm in Known Universe

"This wind is crazy powerful, and we don't know how the quasar can launch something so substantial."

By Dan Robitzski

According to early test result data obtained by STAT, antiviral remdesivir is proving to be a promising drug to treat severe cases of COVID-19.
Viruses

Leaked Research: This Drug May Be Saving COVID Patients’ Lives

But experts — and the drug's maker — are urging caution until the results are officially released.

By Victor Tangermann

Here’s How to Turn Into Deepfake Elon Musk During Zoom Meetings
Elon Musk

Here’s How to Turn Into Deepfake Elon Musk During Zoom Meetings

Or Steve Jobs. Or the Mona Lisa.

By Victor Tangermann

Pastor and author Brandon Robertson recently got an antibody test for COVID-19. We caught up with him about the experience and his thoughts on the future.
Developments

Here’s What It’s like to Get a COVID Antibody Test

New blood tests determine whether you've already had the coronavirus. We talked to a guy who already got one.

By Dan Robitzski

Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing a bill that would pay Americans $2,000 a month for six months during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Future Society

Congress Proposes Paying Americans $2,000 Per Month

"A one-time, $1,200 dollar check isn't going to cut it."

By Victor Tangermann

China has taken the lead with mobile technology that relies on scanning QR codes and a mobile app that is attempting to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Future Society

In China, This Coronavirus App Pretty Much Controls Your Life

"Technology now plays a critical role in containing the pandemic."

By Victor Tangermann

Almost a year after it was announced, Facebook's Libra project looks almost unrecognizable in its updated white paper that was announced today.
Cryptocurrency

Facebook’s Cryptocurrency Has Failed Spectacularly

Not much is left of Facebook's vision for a global digital currency.

By Victor Tangermann

Astronomers think they've captured an image of an exoplanet orbiting Proxima Centauri, the star that's closest to our solar system.
Science & Energy

This Blurry Photo May Show a Planet in a Neighboring Star System

If it's confirmed, it would be the closest exoplanet ever caught on camera.

By Dan Robitzski

Elon Musk tweeted that Tesla is "working super hard" on an update that will allow Teslas to automatically stop at traffic lights or stop signs.
Elon Musk

Elon Musk: Teslas Will Soon Automatically Stop at Traffic Lights

"We’re working super hard on getting traffic lights and stops released."

By Victor Tangermann

Because the coronavirus pandemic has everyone stuck at home, mental healthcare providers are figuring out how to best offer their patients telehealth care.
Viruses

The Pandemic Is Forcing Teletherapy to Go Mainstream

It took a global pandemic to make mental healthcare more accessible.

By Dan Robitzski

Three astronauts who went to the International Space Station before the pandemic began are about to come home to a significantly changed society.
Off-World

Astronauts Who Launched Before Pandemic Are Starting to Come Home

"It's quite surreal to see it unfolding on Earth below."

By Dan Robitzski

A new study suggests that long exposure to microgravity caused long-term expansions in astronauts' brains and cerebrospinal fluid.
Brain

New Research: Space Travel Causes Astronauts’ Brains to Expand

Long exposure to microgravity literally caused space travelers' brains to change in shape and volume.

By Victor Tangermann

After nearly 30 years of research, astronomers found that a star orbiting a black hole does so in a rosette shape, supporting Einstein's general relativity.
Physics

A Star Is Circling a Black Hole and Its Orbit Is Absolutely Nuts

The rosette-shaped orbit perfectly matches Einstein's predictions.

By Dan Robitzski

Clare Sammells, a cultural anthoropologist at Bucknell University, argues that "zombies are far less likely to cause a global pandemic than COVID-19."
Viruses

Here’s What a Pandemic Would Look Like With Zombies

"Have a cup of tea and wait for things to blow over."

By Victor Tangermann

An international team of scientists have discovered an exciting Earth-sized exoplanet that's capable of supporting liquid water.
Science & Energy

Astronomers Discover “Intriguing,” Extremely Earth-Like Exoplanet

It's the most similar to Earth in size and estimated temperature out of the thousands of exoplanets discovered by Kepler.

By Victor Tangermann