Whale dies after collision with small boat off New Jersey shore
A minke whale died off the New Jersey shore after a collision that nearly tipped over a small boat and threw a person overboard.
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A minke whale died off the New Jersey shore after a collision that nearly tipped over a small boat and threw a person overboard.
4 August 2025 - US-based biosimulation software company Certara Inc. (NASDAQ:CERT) announced on Monday that the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has officially qualified the Simcyp Simulator for use in...
4 August 2025 - Chinese biopharmaceutical company Mabwell (SH:688062) announced on Friday that its proprietary CDH17-targeting antibody-drug conjugate (ADC), 7MW4911, has received Investigational New ...
An ex-girlfriend of Sean “Diddy” Combs – who was supposed to testify against him in his criminal case, but mysteriously dropped out days before the trial began – has written a letter to the judge pushing for Combs’ release on bail.
Israel’s prime minister accused Hamas of not wanting a ceasefire deal and requested that the Red Cross bring food and medical care to hostages held in Gaza, after public fury ignited over propaganda videos showing two emaciated Israeli captives.
Today on CNN10: Coy kicks off the new school year with a refresher on some of the summer’s biggest news events. Then, we talk to some teens who attended Pope Leo’s Youth Jubilee in Rome, before uncovering the unexpected origins of the potato plant. Coy also sits down with Olympic swimming legend Katie Ledecky to talk training and determination. All that and more on today’s CNN10!
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station’s empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy “WKRP in Cincinnati,” died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
A series of shipwrecks off Yemen have killed hundreds of African migrants fleeing conflict and poverty in hopes of reaching the wealthy Gulf Arab countries.
Texas Democrats pushed back on the Republican effort to rewrite the state’s congressional map by leaving the state Sunday, to prevent a quorum needed to advance the measure in the Texas House.
Much remains to be discovered regarding how sensory neurons function within individual tissues, especially internal ones such as the teeth.The post Science: Our tooth nerves also serve as tooth protectors appeared first on Digital Journal.
The Starlink 10-30 mission will add 28 more satellites to SpaceX’s low Earth orbit megaconstellation. Liftoff of the Falcon 9 rocket from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is set for 1:03 a.m. EDT (0503 UTC) on Monday.
Lando Norris made it three wins from his last four races on Sunday with a hard-fought victory in the Hungarian Grand Prix, holding off his teammate Oscar Piastri in a thrilling finale.
Blue Origin conducted its third crewed New Shepard flight in just over two months Aug. 3, sending six people to space.The post Blue Origin flies crypto entrepreneur, five others on 14th crewed New Shepard flight appeared first on SpaceNews.
A robot explores the dark, cold, deep sea floor of the South Atlantic, transmitting images of vibrant coral and fish never seen before as scientists give live commentary via YouTube. And Argentines can't get enough of it.
The most popular songs of the summer are either downers like “Ordinary” or holdovers from 2024, like “Die with a Smile.” Why is the music of 2025 so intensely mellow?
With more countries looking to explore space, there is a rising hope that space is now more accessible for diverse participants.
Long before stars lit up the sky, the universe was a hot, dense place where simple chemistry quietly set the stage for everything to come. Scientists have now recreated the first molecule ever to form, helium hydride, and discovered it played a much bigger role in the birth of stars than we thought. Using a special ultra-cold lab setup, they mimicked conditions from over 13 billion years ago and found that this ancient molecule helped cool the universe just enough for stars to ignite. Their findings could rewrite part of the story about how the cosmos evolved from darkness to light.
More fireflies than usual are lighting up summer evenings in parts of the U.S. But scientists say the lightning bugs are still on the decline.
A massive, fast-orbiting planet is inching closer to its star, and scientists now have direct evidence of its impending demise. It could disintegrate, burn up, or be stripped bare, offering rare clues into how planetary systems evolve.
In the northern hemisphere, we're getting on to enjoying summer time which traditionally includes vacationing. Typically, vacations are a time to pause from work and remember life's possibilities beyond work. Now, perhaps you, the vacationer, want to rekindle a brief fling you had with science or maybe begin a new science tryst. Ersilia Vaudo's book "The Story of Astrophysics in Five Revolutions" could be just the impetus necessary for such a diversion.
Kattan, the founder and face of the billion-dollar brand Huda Beauty, shared a video to her more than 11 million followers on TikTok, accusing Israel of orchestrating World War I, World War II, the September 11 terrorist attacks and Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7.
The red supergiant star Antares will appear close to the waxing gibbous moon tonight.
A driver was killed and a passenger in his car injured after hitting a moose near the entrance to Alaska’s Denali National Park and Preserve. In a statement, the park said the 24-year-old male driver died at the scene. The...
Dmitry Medvedev has traveled a long way from his time as Russian president, when he once stood beside then-US President Barack Obama and declared that “the solution of many world problems depends on the joint will of the United States and Russia.”
South Korea’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission reported more than 141,000 children were sent abroad between the 1950s and 1990s, with mothers often facing pressure to give up their infants. As the truth comes to light, adoptees like Marianne Ok Nielsen struggle to reconcile years of stolen connection to their birth parents.
We're looking at the ETH chart after a very strong performance in the month of July, up around 50% and just over. Next key targets for ETH now come in by the 2024 high at $4110. Its last record high was way back in 2021, $4870.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs is proposing to end certain abortion services to veterans, rolling back a Biden-era move to expand abortion rights.
Officers found 14 improvised explosive devices while executing a search warrant for a man who had threatened to kill public officials and tried to detonate the devices as he was being arrested, Tennessee authorities said Saturday.
The National Retail Federation says many families have started back-to-school shopping earlier than usual this year. There are concerns President Donald Trump’s tariffs could drive prices higher, so families are looking for deals as they try to avoid any tariff-related price hikes. CNN’s Julia Vargas Jones reports.
Talk of mounting nuclear readiness towards Russia could overshadow more trifling domestic matters, like the Epstein scandal, for instance.
Firefighters have been fighting Dragon Bravo Fire at the Grand Canyon since July 4, but it has been intensifying due to unfavorable weather conditions. Lisa Jennings, a fire information officer with the Southwest Area Incident Management Team, explains how a fire cloud has formed in this ‘megafire.’
Drones are going full Die Hard as researchers from Inria, CNRS, the University of Lorraine, and Aix-Marseille University work on how to help quadcopters fly through ventilation ducts without getting lost or banging into the walls like a bean in a can.Continue ReadingCategory: ScienceTags: drones, Artificial Intelligence
These early results are very promising as a new way to help improve infection control in hospitals and other medical settings, but now more testing is needed to see how these coatings work against a wider range of harmful bacteria.The post Science: Blocking bacterial infection with insect protein appeared first on Digital Journal.
Pope Leo XIV received a rock star’s welcome and led a prayer vigil with young people participating in the Jubilee of the Youth in Rome. CNN’s Christopher Lamb reports.
Ukraine’s anti-corruption bodies said on Saturday they had uncovered a major graft scheme that procured military drones and signal jamming systems at inflated prices, two days after the agencies’ independence was restored following major protests.
The UK-based not-for-profit company Initiative for Interstellar Studies (i4is) has announced the winners of the Project Hyperion Design Competition, a global challenge that called upon interdisciplinary teams to envision generation ships designed for a 250-year journey to Proxima b. The teams designed habitats of such a spacecraft that would allow a society to sustain itself and flourish in a highly resource-constrained environment.
New York, Aug. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This press release is for informational purposes only. The statements below are not medical advice and have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Synaptigen is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Some links included in this release may be affiliate in nature. See full disclaimer at the end.Synaptigen Introduced as Natural Brain Support Option for Aging Adults in 2025A New Plant-Based Formula Aims to Support Memory, Mental Agility, and Neuronal Clarity Without StimulantsIn 2025, a new pineal-focused supplement called Synaptigen is gaining widespread attention among adults seeking cognitive clarity and long-term brain health. At a time when digital burnout, information overload, and lifestyle-related inflammation are on the rise, this daily-use capsule supports mental clarity and focus without using stimulants or synthetic nootropics.The formula uses a blend of probiotic strains, botanical extracts, and prebiotic fibers to help nourish the brain from within—an approach that aligns with recent neuroscience linking the gut microbiome to cognition, emotional regulation, and memory performance. Formulated to be stimulant-free, Synaptigen offers a gentler daily option for those looking to promote brain wellness well into old age.Explore the Full Synaptigen FormulaWhy Interest in "A Breakthrough Natural Solution That Supports A Healthy Memory Well Into Old Age" Is Surging in 2025The global surge in cognitive wellness awareness is no longer limited to older adults. In 2025, younger generations are taking proactive steps toward preserving mental clarity—driven by trends on TikTok, neuroscience podcasts, and global wellness data. Google Trends shows a steep climb in searches for "pineal gland detox," "gut-brain axis," and "mental fog remedies" over the past 18 months, pointing to a cultural shift in how people perceive brain health.Meanwhile, studies on microbiome influence over memory and focus have been widely shared in mainstream media. The connection between sugar accumulation in neurons and early cognitive decline—sometimes referred to as "Type 3 Diabetes" in research circles—has caught public attention. Individuals are actively seeking natural ways to combat this silent cognitive erosion, especially through ingredients like inulin, peppermint, and specific strains of probiotics.Synaptigen addresses this demand with a plant-based, gut-brain support approach that avoids stimulants, synthetic nootropics, or sedative herbs. By blending modern nutritional science with microbiome-targeted delivery, it appeals to wellness-focused consumers who want long-term results without side effects.Synaptigen's Ingredient-First Response to These TrendsAs the conversation around "natural mental support" grows more nuanced, Synaptigen takes an ingredient-first stance that aligns with consumer demand for transparency and simplicity. Rather than focusing on hype-based trends, the formula was designed around peer-reviewed data linking gut health, inflammation control, and nutrient signaling to memory function and cognitive sharpness.Its inclusion of Lactobacillus paracasei, Lactobacillus reuteri, and Bifidobacterium lactis BL-04 targets gut flora balance—an emerging area of interest among researchers studying Alzheimer's prevention and age-associated memory impairment. Unlike stimulant-based supplements that create short-term energy spikes, Synaptigen focuses on consistent nourishment of the gut-brain axis.Also featured is inulin, a natural prebiotic fiber shown to feed beneficial bacteria and reduce systemic inflammation—an issue many associate with cognitive fatigue. Strawberry extract, peppermint oil, and tricalcium phosphate round out the formula, providing natural support for taste, cellular signaling, and digestive balance.Full story available on Benzinga.com
“History is going to remember these people for their complicity ...”
The Office of the Special Counsel has launched an investigation into potential Hatch Act violations by former special counsel Jack Smith, who led criminal probes into President Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents and alleged efforts to subvert the 2020 election.
Photoelectric feedback discharges initiate lightning with no constrains on densities or physical origin of seed runaway electrons.The post Atmospheric: The mystery of what triggers lightning revealed appeared first on Digital Journal.
Executives highlight the role of AI and data integration as essential to the success of Golden DomeThe post Why industry says Golden Dome’s biggest challenge isn’t missiles, it’s data flow appeared first on SpaceNews.
Chilean authorities are racing to rescue five workers trapped in El Teniente, one of the world’s largest copper mines, after a Thursday collapse killed one person.
Once the ultimate symbol of luxury, diamonds are facing an identity crisis—and De Beers, the industry giant that famously coined the slogan "A Diamond is Forever," finds itself on the defensive. CEO Al Cook describes a "huge con" at play, as lab-grown diamonds—chemically identical to those sourced from...
The 21st century has seen startups rise from a relatively niche business approach to a multi-trillion dollar phenomenon. Between 2021 and 2023, startups generated an estimated $7.6 trillion in global value. From 2019 to 2023, the number of startups in the US increased by 16 percent, according to the Center for American Progress, a corporate think tank. But with all that success come a whole lotta risk. It's estimated over two thirds of startups fail to deliver a positive return to investors. Many fail before they deliver any returns whatsoever. That failure rate encourages would-be entrepreneurs to throw ideas at the wall [...]
Free Press Reporter Maya Sulkin shares new reporting about hateful comments the late Blackstone director is receiving online.
Washington Post National Health Reporter Paige Winfield Cunningham discusses how the Trump administration is considering healthcare coverage for weight loss drugs.
Your experience of time is relative because it depends on motion – more specifically, your speed and acceleration.
Researchers found a way to "make the invisible visible," revealing an ancient drug practice.
Ever since President Donald Trump started promising to slap tariffs on pharmaceutical imports, drugmakers have unveiled a flurry of commitments to build or expand US manufacturing operations in the coming years.
A deceptive difference having to do with Earth's and Mars's gravity may be the reason why NASA's rovers get stuck in the otherworldly sands.
This image from the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope revisits one of the most iconic regions of the sky, the Hubble Ultra Deep Field, through the eyes of two of Webb's instruments. The result is a detailed view that reveals thousands of distant galaxies, some dating back to the earliest periods of cosmic history.
The Bosumtwi impact crater in Ghana is well preserved, making it a hotspot for space research.
Learn more about coffee's nutritional benefits, especially for longevity in women.
American star Katie Ledecky won her seventh world title in the women’s 800-meter freestyle on Saturday, fending off the challenges of Canadian sensation Summer McIntosh and Australia’s Lani Pallister.
By: Jorge Mitssunaga Rahm Emanuel, the former Ambassador to Japan and Chicago Mayor, weighs in on how Democrats should attack President Trump’s policies.
Hundreds of thousands of young Catholics poured into a vast field on Rome's outskirts on Saturday for the weekend highlight of the Vatican's 2025 Holy Year: an evening vigil, outdoor slumber party, and morning Mass celebrated by Pope Leo XIV that marks his first big encounter with the next generation...
CNN Michael Smerconish gives Democrats some advice on how to respond to Trump’s recent accomplishments.
The Rocket Man plays on a new rendition of ‘Stonehenge,’ Toad the Wet Sprocket on tour, and new music from Morgan Wade. Rick Damigella reports.
This week, researchers at the University of Albany reported an extreme size difference between early human males and females, suggesting intense competition among males. Krill are so overfished in Antarctica this year that the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources may trigger an unprecedented early closure of the fishery. And researchers report early behaviors that signal upcoming divorce between paired songbirds long before the breeding season.
American Eagle’s ad campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney has generated plenty of buzz and controversy for its tagline “Sydney Sweeney has great jeans,” which sparked a debate about race, Western beauty standards, and the backlash to “woke” American politics and culture. CNN’s Elizabeth Wagmeister reports.
More than 1,500 feet beneath the ice of Antarctica, scientists made an astounding discovery: a group of creatures surprisingly similar to lobsters. evidencenetwork.ca
A stretch of The Pacific Coast Highway, a vital part of California’s transportation system, has seen an uptick in deadly vehicle crashes in recent years exacerbated by last year’s deadly wildfires. CNN’s Stephanie Elam shows how some residents are hoping to use the ocean to change that.
Water is an essential requirement for life on Earth -- it supports everything from cellular processes to ecosystems. Five papers published in ACS journals provide new insights to help protect natural water sources and ensure that more people have access to safe drinking water.
Los Alamos, Lawrence Livermore achieve fusion ignition with groundbreaking approach
Marianne Ok Nielsen never wanted children, or a family of her own. She used to tell friends she didn’t feel worthy of that kind of life.
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CNN’s Jim Sciutto speaks with Paul Whelan about the challenges he has faced during his first year back in the United States after spending more than 5 years imprisoned in Russia.
In a further jolt to the process of reviewing and recommending vaccines at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, another group of outside advisers to the agency was abruptly sidelined this week.
The Supreme Court signaled Friday that it will take a broader look at a high-profile redistricting fight over Louisiana’s congressional map, subtly expanding the scope of an appeal that could weaken the landmark Voting Rights Act.
Six watches that had been stolen from actor Keanu Reeves in Los Angeles were handed over to the FBI this week at the US Embassy in Santiago, Chile, nearly 9,000 kilometers away, to be returned to their owner.
A federal appeals court appeared ready on Friday to become the second such court in the country to rule that President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship is unlawful.
President Trump returns from Scotland and shifts his once “firm” deadline for tariffs. Meanwhile, the family of Jeffrey Epstein victim, Virginia Giuffre, demands answers over Trump’s admission of Giuffre being “stolen” from Mar-a-Lago. CNN’s Kaitlan Collins reports on the week at the White House.
The actor paid homage to her 16-year-old self at the premiere of “Freakier Friday,” dressed in a purple gown styled with a bag shaped like a guitar.
Aroma volatiles are vital to fruit flavor and consumer preference, yet the genetic regulation of their biosynthesis remains unclear. This study reveals that ABIOTIC STRESS GENE 1 (MdASG1) enhances the production of aroma volatiles in apple fruit by directly activating the expression of MdLOX1a, a key gene in the lipoxygenase (LOX) pathway.
Peter Phillips, the son of Britain’s Princess Anne and eldest grandchild of the late Queen Elizabeth II, announced his engagement to nurse Harriet Sperling on Friday.
Russia’s space chief has visited the United States to discuss cooperation between Moscow and Washington on the International Space Station and lunar research with NASA’s acting chief, the first such face-to-face meeting in more than seven years
Most research on how organic carbon moves into soil through the roots focuses on small areas. However, this makes it hard to quantify the carbon and correlate it with the micro-environments around roots. A new approach tracks plant-derived organic carbon through plant tissues and into soil.
Travis Reynolds tells CNN’s Kate Bolduan he is frustrated to hear there were “so many people who should have reacted” ahead of devastating storms. Kerr County officials were sharply confronted during a committee hearing in Kerrville, Texas, about their disaster preparedness and response following the deadly storm.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is fending off claims from former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor, who says the museum is displaying his long-lost 1959 Gibson Les Paul. The storied guitar—famous for its sunburst finish and ties to Keith Richards, hence the instrument's nickname, the "Keithburst" —has been tracked...
New games out now include a ‘Mario Paint’ re-release, a cozy Hobbit game, and ‘Grounded 2.’ Rick Damigella reports.
Researchers are alarmed after observing a significant drop in the amount of vocalizations from blue whales. As National Geographic reports, scientists used specialized, underwater hydrophones, or underwater microphones, to record and trace the songs of marine life. This data allowed them to analyze the impact human activity is having on various species. However, as detailed in a study published in the journal PLOS One, devastating heat waves triggered worrying changes, allowing toxic algae to bloom and undermine food sources for whales. "It caused the most widespread poisoning of marine mammals ever documented," coauthor and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute biological [...]
Rice seed development is crucial for determining both crop yield and grain quality. The embryo and endosperm—specialized structures for propagation and nutrient storage, respectively—must grow in a coordinated manner to ensure the viability of the seed.
Just two weeks to go until the new Premier League season kicks off - when Liverpool will begin the defence of their title at Anfield against Bournemouth. At the moment, teams are scattered around the world putting the finishing touches to their pre-season preparations - with the final round of fixtures of the Premier League Summer Series taking place on Sunday - when Everton will take on Manchester United at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. A couple of days ahead of the game, the Toffees star James Tarkowski looked ahead to the match, and the new Premier League season, with CNN World Sport’s Amanda Davies.
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A new study uncovers revealing insights into how plastic materials used in electronics are formed, and how hidden flaws in their structure could be limiting their performance.
Birding the road less travelled in British Columbia Canadian Geographic
President Donald Trump signed an executive order that will expand on his council on sports, fitness and nutrition, including by reviving the Presidential Fitness Test in public schools. CNN’s Harry Enten decided to take the test and see how he’d fare against a median 6-year-old.
Earlier this week, President Trump said "there is real starvation in Gaza," contradicting remarks from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. On Friday, Trump told Axios that he's planning to do more about it. "We want to help people. We want to help them live. We want to get people fed....
Viruses in the cold waters of the Arctic are strongly seasonal and are also detected in the Antarctic. This surprising discovery comes from a multi-year time-series study led by the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel. The results offer new insights into the fragile balance of polar ecosystems – with implications for the role [...]The post Viruses in Polar Oceans Follow Rhythms Of Earth’s Seas appeared first on Astrobiology.
This study is led by Dr. Jinran Qiao (School of Earth and Space Sciences, Peking University), Prof. Shuguang Song (School of Earth and Space Sciences, Peking University), associate professor Jie Dong (School of Earth Sciences, Jilin University), Prof. Mark B. Allen (Department of Earth Sciences, Durham University) and associate professor Li Su (China University of [...]The post Long-lived Mantle Plume Tracing The Onset And Spreading Of The Proto-Tethys Ocean appeared first on Astrobiology.
Tea (Camellia sinensis) is an important cash crop and the most widely consumed beverage in the world. The global tea industry, particularly the booming Pu'er market, has increasingly relied on converting forests to monoculture plantations for higher productivity. This has raised alarms over soil degradation, biodiversity loss, and deteriorating tea quality.
Leopard seals may be one of Antarctica’s most fearsome predators, but these vocalizers sing with the structured charm of a child’s nursery rhyme. In a surprising new study, researchers found that the underwater vocal patterns of these solitary marine mammals are so predictable and orderly, they closely resemble the rhythmic repetition found in human song.Continue ReadingCategory: Biology, ScienceTags: University of New South Wales, Marine Biology, Antarctic, Songs, Animal science, Behavior, Conservation
Aug. 1 is Women Astronomers Day, highlighting the historical achievements of women in astronomy. The designation honors the birthdate, in 1818, of Maria Mitchell, the first American woman astronomer and professor of astronomy.At Case Western Reserve University, astrophysicists Idit Zehavi and Johanna Nagy work in theoretical and experimental cosmology, respectively; fields that straddle astronomy and physics.
NYU Tandon researchers have developed a transparent electrode made from embedding tiny silver wires into a transparent plastic matrix that can be simply deposited on top of conventional infrared detectors. Their new approach represents a significant improvement for infrared imaging.
Surprising Study Finds Potatoes Evolved From Tomato Ancestor ScienceAlertWhat’s a Potato? A Nine-Million-Year-Old Tomato. The New York TimesRemarkable News in Potatoes: They Evolved From Tomatoes The Atlantic‘This wasn’t obvious’: the potato evolved from a tomato ancestor, researchers find The GuardianThe modern potato evolved from a wild tomato fling 9 million years ago, scientists say CNN
Myanmar’s military on Thursday ended a four-year state of emergency and formed a caretaker administration ahead of planned elections, with the junta chief holding on to all major levers of power
A federal judge in California extended on Thursday temporary protected status for 60,000 people from Central America and Asia, including people from Nepal, Honduras and Nicaragua.
CNN’s Kaitlan Collins speaks with the family of Virginia Giuffre, one of Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking accusers. The family wants all Epstein files to be released saying that Virginia Giuffre wanted the files to be released.
Republican Rep. Bryan Steil faced a rowdy crowd at a town hall-style event in Wisconsin on Thursday, with attendees angrily confronting him over a wide-range of topics, including tariffs, President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful Bill,” the war in Gaza and immigration policy.