President Biden Enacts Ambitious Climate Change Executive Order The executive order signifies a significant shift in U.S. environmental policy, emphasizing conservation and sustainability. It introduces measures to restrict fossil fuel extraction and sets... Climate change Elections Natural sciences Apr 5, 2026
Tokyo Electric Power Company Initiates 19th Discharge of Fukushima Nuclear-Contaminated Water The discharge of nuclear-contaminated water highlights ongoing environmental and regulatory challenges. It underscores the tension between long-term environmental risks and short-term operational... Climate change Natural sciences UK Apr 2, 2026
NASA's Moon Missions Delayed as SpaceX's Starship Lander Falls Two Years Behind Schedule Delays in the development of critical lunar landing systems, including SpaceX's Starship and Blue Origin's lander, are threatening NASA's timeline for returning to the Moon. Lingala Natural sciences Science fiction Mar 10, 2026
Tempus AI and Merck Strengthen Partnership for Precision Medicine Biomarker Development The collaboration underscores a strategic focus on advancing precision medicine through the discovery and development of biomarkers, enhancing therapeutic efficacy and personalization in oncology and... Natural sciences Pharmacists Science fiction Mar 3, 2026
SpaceX Redirects Efforts from Mars to Moon, Targets 10-Year 'Self-Growing City' Plan The shift in focus highlights the strategic advantage of lunar exploration, emphasizing quicker travel and more frequent launch opportunities. The new goal aims to establish a self-sustaining city on... Moon Natural sciences Science fiction Feb 9, 2026
NASA Simulates Countdown for Lunar Rocket, Preparing for First Moon Mission Since 1972 The simulated countdown is a critical step in testing the new lunar rocket's readiness. This test will influence the launch date for a mission that marks the return of human presence on the moon after... Mercury Natural sciences Science fiction Feb 1, 2026
Trump Administration Fast-Tracks Deep-Sea Mining Permits Amid Environmental and Legal Concerns The acceleration of deep-sea exploration permitting highlights the tension between economic interests and environmental protection. The lack of global standards for new technologies adds to the... Climate change Environmental health Natural sciences Jan 22, 2026
HONGHUANG 70 Achieves 120-Second Stable Plasma Pulse in Nuclear Fusion Experiment The successful 120-second stable plasma pulse marks a significant milestone in nuclear fusion research, showcasing the reliability and stability of high-temperature superconducting tokamaks. Experiments Natural sciences Science fiction Jan 7, 2026
TEPCO Temporarily Halts and Resumes Discharge of Fukushima Contaminated Water After Earthquake An earthquake near Aomori Prefecture, Japan, prompted a temporary halt in the discharge of contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant. The operation was resumed after the... Climate change Earthquakes Natural sciences Dec 9, 2025
Hong Kong Prohibits Imports of Seafood and Marine Products from 10 Japanese Prefectures Amid Fukushima Wastewater Release Regulatory action taken to prevent potential contamination from the release of Fukushima nuclear plant wastewater. The ban highlights concerns over food safety and environmental impact, reflecting... Climate change Japanese Natural sciences Nov 28, 2025
Longi Green Energy Sets World Record with Ultra-Thin Tandem Solar Cell Efficiency The development highlights significant advancements in photovoltaic technology, emphasizing the potential for more efficient and versatile solar energy solutions. The breakthroughs represent a blend... Cells Natural sciences Science fiction Nov 13, 2025
Rare Aurora Borealis Expected to Illuminate 14 U.S. States Due to Heightened Solar Activity Heightened solar activity is expected to cause the aurora borealis to be visible in 14 U.S. states, extending further south than usual. This rare celestial event highlights the impact of solar... Dari Natural sciences Science fiction Nov 12, 2025