DJI Avata 360 drone review
The DJI Avata 360 is DJI’s first 360-degree drone that can be flown like a camera or FPV (first-person view) drone using a motion controller and DJI FPV goggles.
Read MoreScientists say BMI gets it wrong for over one third of adults
A new study suggests that one of the most widely used health metrics, BMI, may be getting it wrong for a large portion of the population. By comparing BMI classifications with precise body fat measurements using advanced DXA scans, researchers found that more than one-third of adults were placed in incorrect weight categories. Many people…
Read MoreStudy finds dangerous lead levels in children’s clothing
Fast fashion might come with a hidden danger: lead. Researchers testing children’s shirts from multiple retailers found every sample exceeded U.S. safety limits, raising concerns about toxic exposure—especially since young kids often chew on clothing. Brightly colored fabrics like red and yellow showed particularly high levels, likely due to chemicals used to fix dyes. Simulations…
Read MoreSpaceX Starship could slash travel time to Uranus in half
A new concept suggests SpaceX’s Starship could revolutionize a future mission to Uranus, one of the solar system’s most overlooked planets. By refueling in orbit and helping slow the spacecraft on arrival, it could cut travel time nearly in half. That’s a big deal for a mission that would otherwise take over a decade just…
Read MoreVolcano Watch — Adapting to an evolving eruption: revising Kīlauea’s Alert Level and Aviation Color Code Notifications
The USGS Volcano Alert Level (ground-based hazards) and Aviation Color Code (airborne hazards) communicate Kīlauea status and activity. After episode 44, which is forecast to begin between April 6–14, the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) will change how it applies the Alert Level and Aviation Color Code to better convey hazards between and during eruptive…
Read MoreArtemis 2 astronauts head for the moon after make-or-break engine burn (video)
Artemis 2’s Orion capsule aced a critical engine burn this evening (April 2) that sent it from Earth orbit outward toward the moon.
Read MoreDiablo Canyon nuclear power plant gets final go-ahead to run through 2030
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission gave its stamp of approval, ending a three-year process to allow the plant to power on.
Read MoreNew microwave frying technique could make french fries much healthier
Scientists have discovered a way to make French fries less greasy without ruining their taste. By combining regular frying with microwave heating, they reduce the amount of oil absorbed during cooking. The key lies in pressure inside the food—microwaves help push oil out instead of letting it seep in. The result: faster cooking, lower fat,…
Read MoreLaser-powered wireless hits 360 Gbps and uses half the energy of Wi-Fi
A new breakthrough in wireless technology could dramatically boost internet speeds while cutting energy use—by switching from radio waves to light. Researchers have developed a tiny chip packed with dozens of miniature lasers that can transmit massive amounts of data simultaneously, reaching speeds over 360 gigabits per second in early tests.
Read MoreLucky airplane passengers capture NASA’s Artemis 2 moon launch from the sky
Some airplane passengers had the best seats in the house during NASA’s Artemis 2 moon rocket launch. Here are some of my favorite videos captured from the sky.
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