Technology

Scientists Reveal the Beauty of Fieldwork Through Photography

SMGN Publishing June 11, 2025

In the polar night of the Norwegian Arctic, when the sun never rises above the horizon, researcher Emma Vogel captured an image that has gained recognition for its scientific and visual value. Vogel, a spatial ecologist at the University of Tromsø, was awarded in a “Scientist at Work” photo contest

States File Lawsuit to Stop Sale of 23andMe Genetic Data Without Consent

SMGN Publishing June 10, 2025

A coalition of 27 U.S. states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit in bankruptcy court aiming to prevent the sale of personal genetic data collected by 23andMe without the consent of individual users. The legal action comes amid efforts by a biotechnology firm to acquire the financially

Apple focuses on new OS design and user features, with limited updates on artificial intelligence

SMGN Publishing June 9, 2025

Apple highlights design overhaul and new features at annual developer conference At its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in Cupertino, California, Apple unveiled a refreshed operating system interface and several new features aimed at enhancing user experience across its ecosystem of devices. The new visual style, described as “Liquid Glass,”

Strained Relations Between Musk and the Presidency Raise Questions About Federal

SMGN Publishing June 6, 2025

Elon Musk’s longstanding collaboration with the U.S. government has been pivotal across multiple sectors, including space exploration, national security, and electric transportation. However, recent comments from the president suggesting a potential end to federal contracts and subsidies for Musk’s companies have brought new uncertainties to this alliance. For over two

A guide to switching appliances from gas to electric

SMGN Publishing May 13, 2025

After replacing their gas car with an electric one and installing solar panels on their century-old home, Lindsey Williamson and her husband looked for more ways to reduce their carbon footprint. They learned about heat pump water heaters but struggled to find a local installer familiar with this technology. Williamson’s

How technology shapes parenthood: Amanda Hess shares her personal journey

SMGN Publishing May 12, 2025

Journalist Amanda Hess was seven months pregnant when an ultrasound revealed that her baby appeared to be sticking out his tongue. While Hess initially found the image charming, doctors warned it could be a sign of a rare genetic condition. This discovery led to a series of MRIs, genetic tests,

Economists warn that research cuts could severely impact U.S. GDP

SMGN Publishing May 8, 2025

Economists have raised concerns about proposed federal budget cuts in the United States that would significantly reduce funding for scientific research. The plan includes substantial reductions in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other key scientific agencies. Experts warn that these cuts

Former Palantir employees raise concerns over company’s government contracts on immigration

SMGN Publishing May 6, 2025

Thirteen former employees of data analytics firm Palantir have publicly expressed concerns over the company’s recent collaborations with the U.S. government, specifically with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Their comments follow a $30 million agreement between Palantir and ICE to provide tools enabling near real-time monitoring of migrant movements within

Soviet probe launched in 1972 expected to reenter Earth’s atmosphere soon

SMGN Publishing May 5, 2025

A Soviet spacecraft named Kosmos 482, originally launched in 1972 with the goal of reaching Venus, is expected to reenter Earth’s atmosphere this weekend after spending over 50 years in low Earth orbit. Due to an engine malfunction shortly after launch, the spacecraft failed to leave Earth’s orbit and has

Scientists and organizations work to preserve public scientific data amid potential removals

SMGN Publishing April 23, 2025

Scientists and organizations are actively working to back up and archive publicly accessible scientific data from U.S. government websites that may be removed. The affected data covers areas such as public health, environmental monitoring, climate change, and extreme weather, with some datasets representing decades of federally funded research. In response

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$1.7 Billion Powerball Jackpot Builds Momentum as Holiday Drawings Approach

Felipe Cardona December 24, 2025

The $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot has become a dominant topic across the United States as the holiday season intensifies interest in one of the most lucrative lottery runs ever recorded. No jackpot winner emerged from the latest drawing, so the prize has continued its upward climb. It is now positioned

U.S. Bars European Activists Over Alleged Online Censorship Pressure

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

The United States government has imposed entry restrictions on five European individuals accused of coordinating efforts to pressure American technology companies into censoring or suppressing U.S.-based political viewpoints. The decision reflects a broader shift in U.S. foreign policy toward confronting what officials describe as extraterritorial attempts to influence protected speech

Climate Change Redefines the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season challenged long-standing assumptions about what an active year looks like. While the United States avoided direct landfalls entirely, the season still produced some of the most intense hurricanes ever recorded. Scientists describe the pattern as increasingly representative of how climate change is altering tropical weather