ConnectWise, a prominent provider of IT management solutions, has confirmed it was the target of a sophisticated cyberattack in May 2025, attributed to a nation-state actor. The breach, which exploited a critical bug in the company’s ScreenConnect cloud platform, has put the internal data of a limited number of customers at risk. The attack specifically […]
An international team of scientists has uncovered remarkably preserved soft tissues, including red blood cell-like structures, within the fossilized remains of a 66-million-year-old dinosaur. This astonishing discovery, detailed in the journal Biology, not only challenges long-held beliefs about fossil preservation but also opens an unprecedented door to understanding the molecular roots of cancer, potentially revolutionizing […]
An international team of researchers, spearheaded by North Carolina State University, has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of quantum materials, demonstrating both the mechanism and the necessary material conditions for superfluorescence to occur at room temperature. This pivotal work, published in Nature, offers a long-sought-after blueprint for designing advanced materials capable of exhibiting […]
The Finnish Parliament has passed a landmark bill, introducing stricter regulations for electric scooter use across the nation. The new law, approved on Tuesday, introduces a minimum age of 15 for operating e-scooters and imposes a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit of 0.5 g/l, aligning it with existing limits for motorists. The legislative shift comes […]
Two prominent NHS trusts, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) and University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, have reportedly had data stolen in a sophisticated cyberattack that exploited vulnerabilities in third-party software. The breach, described by experts from EclecticIQ as a clandestine data theft rather than a ransomware attack, leveraged a recently discovered […]
A team of researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, has engineered a new molecule that promises to revolutionize anti-counterfeiting measures and bioimaging. Designed within the Department of Inorganic and Physical Chemistry (IPC), this novel chiral aminoborane molecule exhibits extraordinary persistent room-temperature phosphorescence and circularly polarised luminescence (CPL), offering a significant leap forward […]
Sportswear giant Adidas has announced it was the target of a cyberattack that resulted in the theft of customer personal information. The company stated that “certain consumer data,” primarily consisting of contact information for individuals who had interacted with its help desk, was compromised. Adidas assured customers that passwords, credit card details, and other payment […]
Finland has embarked on a massive ecological undertaking, releasing millions of young fish into its southern and western coastal waters, rivers, and lakes in a concerted effort to bolster dwindling fish populations. The extensive spring stocking initiative, announced by a regional ELY Centre branch on Monday, aims to ensure the long-term sustainability of vital aquatic […]
Mediclinic, the $5.4 billion international private hospital group, has allegedly fallen victim to a significant cyberattack by the notorious Everest Group ransomware gang. The hackers are threatening to leak sensitive employee and internal company data unless a ransom is paid, according to a note posted on their dark website on May 26th. According to CyberNews, […]
A new study has revealed a concerning connection between rising global temperatures and an increased risk of breast, ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers in women across 17 countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The research, published in Frontiers in Public Health, indicates that even modest temperature increases are associated with a […]
Engineering giant Valmet announced last week a significant restructuring initiative, leading to the permanent layoff of 433 employees globally, with 325 of those cuts affecting its Finnish workforce. In addition to the job losses, the company confirmed temporary furloughs for up to 1,100 employees in Finland this summer. The redundancies, which exclusively impact white-collar and […]
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has peered 155 light-years into the cosmos, revealing a remarkable icy debris disk around the young star HD 181327. This discovery offers unprecedented insights into the early stages of planetary formation and provides compelling evidence that the building blocks of planets – and potentially life – form rapidly and […]
Venus, Saturn, and Moon create stunning alignment in dawn hours this weekend Stargazers willing to sacrifice their weekend sleep-in are being rewarded with a breathtaking celestial display as a mini planet parade unfolds across the eastern horizon in the pre-dawn hours. The astronomical event, which peaks on May 23-24, features Venus, Saturn, and a delicate […]
Even if climate targets are met, rising oceans threaten to displace millions and overwhelm coastal defences within decades, landmark study finds. A new scientific analysis has delivered a stark warning: even if the world manages to cap global warming at 1.5°C – the key threshold set by the Paris Agreement – rising sea levels will […]
Often mocked for their leisurely pace and penchant for napping, sloths’ very sluggishness may be the key to their evolutionary success, according to a new study. Research into the 30-million-year history of these enigmatic mammals, including their long-extinct colossal relatives, suggests that being small and slow in the trees allowed modern sloths to outmaneuver the […]
Humanity’s perception of reality may soon expand beyond its natural limits, as scientists at the University of Science and Technology of China have unveiled groundbreaking contact lenses that allow wearers to see infrared light. This revolutionary “super-vision” technology, detailed in the journal Cell, offers a glimpse into a future where the unseen becomes visible, with […]
The United Kingdom, in collaboration with international allies, has unmasked a pervasive and malicious cyber campaign orchestrated by Russia’s military intelligence service, the GRU. The offensive has systematically targeted Western logistics entities and technology companies since 2022, posing a significant threat to critical infrastructure and support efforts for Ukraine. In a comprehensive new advisory, the […]
Chinese scientists have announced the discovery of a previously unknown bacterial species, Niallia tiangongensis, thriving in the unique microgravity environment of the Tiangong space station. This finding, detailed in the Journal of Systematic and Evolutionary Microbiology, provides unprecedented insights into microbial survival in space and has significant implications for long-duration human spaceflight. The rod-shaped bacterium, […]
Just weeks after a historic nationwide power outage, Spain was plunged into further disarray early Tuesday morning as a widespread mobile network disruption left millions without phone or internet access. The outage, which began around 2 AM and intensified by 5 AM, crippled services across all major telecom providers including Orange, Movistar, Vodafone, Digimobil, and […]
Imagine computers operating a million times faster than today’s most advanced processors. This futuristic vision is one step closer to reality, thanks to an international team of scientists, including researchers from the University of Arizona, who have successfully demonstrated the world’s first petahertz-speed phototransistor capable of functioning under ambient conditions. The research, published in Nature […]
A new analysis published in the journal BioScience reveals that over 3,500 animal species are directly imperiled by climate change, signaling the dawn of an “existential crisis for the Earth’s wild animals.” The study also highlights significant blind spots in our current understanding of climate change’s full impact on global biodiversity. Led by William Ripple, […]
After days of speculation and mounting customer frustration, Wisconsin wireless provider Cellcom has officially acknowledged that a cyberattack is behind the widespread service outage and disruptions that have plagued its network since the evening of May 14th. The incident severely impacted voice and SMS services for subscribers across Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, leaving countless customers […]
The vibrant new “Born to Perform” brand of Bolton is set to captivate the UK’s largest gathering of property investors and developers this week, thanks to the initiative of local construction firm Seddon. The Bolton-based company has proudly incorporated the borough’s fresh identity into its exhibition stand at the annual UK Real Estate Investment and […]
Yardley, Birmingham: A new development agreement has been signed that will deliver nearly 300 much-needed affordable homes on the site of the former Yardley Sewage Works in Stechford, Birmingham. The ambitious project will include 150 homes specifically designated for social rent, offering a lifeline to dozens of families struggling to find secure and affordable housing. […]
Barnsley, South Yorkshire – A significant shift in Barnsley’s electoral landscape could be on the horizon, as the results of a recent public consultation reveal strong support for a move to all-out council elections every four years. Over 1,000 residents participated in the six-week consultation, with a resounding 87% expressing their preference for abandoning the […]
A striking and deeply symbolic design for a new public sculpture has been revealed, promising to create a powerful sense of arrival at the western gateway to the Dearne Valley. Artist Dan Jones’ vision, incorporating elements inspired directly by local residents, is set to become a prominent landmark on the newly constructed roundabout leading into […]
Wombwell Main Football Club has received a significant boost in its quest to upgrade its facilities, with Barnsley Council’s Cabinet backing the granting of a 25-year lease for the recreation ground currently used by its youth teams. The decision, made by the Cabinet on Wednesday, May 14th, is now subject to final approval by the […]
Barnsley, South Yorkshire – Retiring Mayor of Barnsley, Councillor John Clarke JP, is celebrating a remarkable fundraising achievement as his mayoral year concludes. Cllr Clarke has successfully raised £26,489.56 for his two chosen charities: Age UK Barnsley and The Well, Barnsley Hospital Charity. The impressive total, accumulated through a year of dedicated efforts, will be […]
The US Food and Drug Administration has granted marketing clearance for the first blood test designed to assist in identifying the Alzheimer’s disease. The approval marks a significant advancement in the early detection and potential treatment of Alzheimer’s, a condition affecting millions of Americans. The newly approved test, called the Lumipulse G pTau217/ß-Amyloid 1-42 Plasma […]
A joint archaeological mission has unearthed a perplexing discovery within the ancient necropolis of Saqqara: a monumental yet entirely non-functional pink granite door dating back four millennia. The elaborate false door was found within the recently discovered tomb of Prince Waser-If-Re, son of the Old Kingdom pharaoh Userkaf. The imposing structure, standing over 14 feet […]