Survival Stuff
A new study has found that some viruses, including SARS-CoV-2, cause brain cells to fuse, which may explain the ‘brain fog’ some people experience after contracting COVID. Depositphotos – By Paul McClur 2023 Jun 08 – New research has found that viruses such as …
The billionaire’s record has raised concerns over Neuralink’s ability to responsibly oversee the development of such an invasive device. Musk’s brain-implant company Neuralink last week received approval to conduct its first clinical trials. Photograph: Dado Ruvić/Reuters – Regarding Elon Musk – By Kari …
Decomposing pieces of Great Atlantic sargassum belt carry Vibrio bacteria on state’s shoreline. Sargassum algae piles up along the shore at a beach in Cancún, México, last month. Photograph: Daniel Slim/AFP/Getty Images – Seascape: the state of our oceans is supported by About …
The Senator is a tactical MRAP. Roshel View gallery – 14 images – By David Szondy 2023 Jun 01 – Roshel Smart Armored Vehicles has rolled out its Senator Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) armored fighting vehicle at the CANSEC show in Ottawa. Based …
The sky’s not always the limit. AP Photo/Susan Walsh – By Steven Pressman, Part-Time Professor of Economics, The New School Updated: 2023 May 27 – A tentative deal to raise the debt ceiling may finally end the game of chicken Republicans and Democrats …
A new coating made of CBD helps preserve fruit for far longer, to reduce food waste. Depositphotos – By Michael Irving 2023 May 21 – It may be delicious and healthy, but fruit is frustratingly fickle too, often going bad quickly in the fridge. …
The SurgiField system can reportedly be set up on a patient’s body in a matter of minutes. SurgiBox View gallery – 3 images – By Ben Coxworth 2023 May 23 – Whether it’s an impoverished nation, a battlefield or a disaster site, there are …
Among other potential applications, the powder could be used by backpackers collecting drinking water on the go. Depositphotos – By Ben Coxworth 2023 May 19 – If you leave a clear bottle of water in the sunlight, the ultraviolet rays will kill any harmful …
Human trials will test the efficacy and safety of the novel drug. Depositphotos – By David Szondy 2023 May 22 – Sinclair International has begun human trials of a new anti-radiation drug called HOPO 14-1 that is designed to help decontaminate those who have …
The OpenAI CEO says his industry needs government intervention. Whether it’s a ploy or a plea for help, we should be concerned. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman at the US Senate hearing on AI last week. Photograph: Patrick Semansky/AP – The Observer – Artificial …
