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NASA's Lunar Orbiter Discovers Largest New Impact Crater in the Solar System

NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) has detected a 728-foot-wide crater that appeared on the Moon in 2024, marking the largest newly formed impact crater ever identified in the solar system. The discovery highlights the dynamic nature of lunar geology, even on an otherwise geologically quiet world. The impact

Research Identifies Brain Protein Menin as Potential Target for Counteracting Aging Signs

Researchers have identified a brain protein that may play a significant role in driving the aging process. The protein, called Menin, was found to decline with age in mice, and this reduction was associated with a range of age-related issues including increased inflammation, cognitive decline, decreased bone density, and thinning

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RFK Jr. Appoints Eight New Members to Preventive Medicine Task Force That Shapes Insurance Coverage

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is a federally chartered independent panel of volunteer experts whose recommendations carry significant weight in determining which preventive health services must be covered without cost-sharing under the Affordable Care Act. The panel evaluates scientific evidence on preventive services—from cancer screenings to

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CDC and FDA Warn of Poisonings from Contaminated IV "Detox" Treatments at Wellness Clinics

Federal health authorities are urging caution about intravenous "detox" treatments offered at wellness clinics after identifying multiple cases of poisoning among recipients. The CDC and FDA have issued warnings regarding IV drip therapies marketed for detoxification purposes. Investigators found that some of these treatments contained glutathione—a substance

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EPA Faces Legal Challenge Over Repeal of Power Plant Climate Rules

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is facing immediate legal action over its plans to repeal climate rules targeting power plants. Public health advocacy groups have initiated a lawsuit opposing the regulatory rollback, arguing that dismantling these environmental protections will have significant consequences for public health. The groups warn that eliminating

Stanford Lab Explores AI Agents as Research Partners in Drug Discovery

A research group at Stanford University is investigating how AI agents might function as collaborative partners in scientific research, particularly in the field of drug discovery. These AI systems are being designed to assist human researchers by handling tasks such as generating hypotheses, analyzing complex datasets, and even contributing to

China's Rocket Recovery Milestone: The Path to Reusable Launch Vehicles

A New Chapter in Space Technology China has emerged as a formidable contender in the reusable rocket arena, achieving a milestone that could reshape the economics of space access. The country's recent rocket recovery efforts represent more than an incremental step—they signal a deliberate push toward the