According to researchers published in the journal Nature on Wednesday, a newly discovered star designated S301 is racing around Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way galaxy, at speeds reaching roughly 15,534 miles per second. Discovered in data from the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope in Chile’s Atacama … Read more
UK-based aerospace engineer Tom Stanton has successfully designed and tested a medieval-style trebuchet capable of launching a four-gram projectile at supersonic speeds, reaching 776 mph according to video documentation of the build. While modern industry has no practical demand for siege weapons, Stanton’s custom engineering projects draw an audience of over 1.5 million subscribers on … Read more
According to research published in Physical Review D on July 16, 2026, Queen Mary University of London mathematician Professor Ginestra Bianconi has examined the thermodynamics of spacetime using the Gravity from Entropy (GfE) quantum gravity theory, revealing how total cosmic entropy increases while local entropy per unit volume declines as the universe expands. Reconciling Thermodynamics … Read more
Beyond the Apple: The Future of Gravity and the Hunt for the Invisible Universe For centuries, we’ve viewed gravity through the lens of a falling apple or the steady orbit of the moon. But recent breakthroughs have pushed this understanding to the absolute edge of the observable universe. A landmark study using the Atacama Cosmology … Read more
For decades, the narrative of space exploration has been dominated by the “weightless” experience. We’ve seen astronauts floating in the International Space Station and the ethereal drift of microgravity. But if we are truly destined to become a multi-planetary species, we need to stop looking only at the void and start looking at the pressure. … Read more
Beyond the Large Bang: A New Origin Story for Dark Matter For decades, the scientific community has chased the ghost of dark matter—the invisible substance that makes up the vast majority of the universe’s mass but refuses to interact with light. While most theories focus on exotic particles or massive cosmic objects, a groundbreaking shift … Read more
The Future of Remote Sensing: Beyond Mechanical Gravity Maps For decades, the ability to “see” beneath the Earth’s surface has relied on mechanical gravity sensors. These tools are essential for mining, defense, and geoscience, allowing experts to detect variations in rock density or locate hidden tunnels. However, these traditional systems have a glaring weakness: they … Read more
The Future of Gravity Mapping: From Mechanical Sensors to Light-Based Precision For decades, industries like defense and mining have relied on mechanical gravity sensing to uncover the hidden architecture of the Earth. Whether detecting the density of rock formations or locating underground cave networks, these tools have been essential. However, they come with a significant … Read more
On a sunny Monday afternoon, John Mayer, the iconic guitar player, prolific songwriter, and seven-time GRAMMY award-winning artist, drew large crowds to USC’s Bovard Auditorium. A Masterclass in Creativity and Authenticity The event featured an intimate conversation and musical masterclass moderated by Greg Phillinganes, the newest faculty member of the USC Thornton School of Music. … Read more
American Cyclists Surge: A Look at Emerging Trends in Track, Road, and Para-Cycling The past month has showcased significant achievements for American cyclists across multiple disciplines, signaling exciting trends for the future of the sport. From dominant performances at the Pan American Championships to strong showings in European classics and domestic competitions, US riders are … Read more