Although GPS is considered highly reliable, it is not immune to various problems. Scientists have proposed using mobile communications as a backup navigation solution for aircraft in the event of GPS failure. (Image credit: Getty Images/rbkomar) Researchers are testing an…
An image illustrating the flat Earth theory, which is a popular conspiracy theory that became famous in the 1950s with the formation of the Flat Earth Society. (Image courtesy of Getty Images) From suggestions that Kennedy's assassination was an “inside…
New research suggests that melting ice in Antarctica could lead to more subglacial eruptions involving volcanoes like Mount Erebus, shown here. (Photo courtesy of Josh Landis, U.S. Arctic Program, public domain) A slow climate feedback loop may be developing beneath…
The zombie spider fungus (Gibellula attenboroughii) infects spiders while they are still alive. (Photo credit: Tim Fogg/CABI) Researchers have identified a previously undescribed fungus that controls minds and creates 'zombie' spiders after it was found in a Victorian gunpowder magazine…
Veterinarian Amir Anvari believes these five breeds are ideal for growing families due to their kind and affectionate natures. A vet has revealed his top five “best” dog breeds for families with young children, sparking a debate among animal lovers.…
Two NASA astronauts who have been on the International Space Station since June could return to Earth weeks earlier than originally planned, thanks to SpaceX agreeing to swap capsules for upcoming crewed missions. NASA said Tuesday that Crew 10's launch…