Scientists Discover Exposed Bacteria Can Survive in Space for Years

Framed by an infinite backdrop of dark, lifeless space, a robotic arm on the International Space Station in 2015 mounted a box of exposed microbes on a handrail 250 miles above Earth. The hearty bacteria had no protection from an onslaught of cosmic ultraviolet, gamma, and x-rays. Back on Earth, scientists wondered whether the germs might survive these conditions for up to three years, the length of the experiment, and if they did, what the results might tell the researchers about the ability of life to travel between planets.

Chinese Government Decides to Throw Wrench Into Potential TikTok U.S. Deal

China has something to say about the potential deal to sell TikTok’s U.S. operations: not so fast.

Ryan Coogler Pens Moving Tribute to Chadwick Boseman: ‘Chad Was an Anomaly’

Black Panther director Ryan Coogler shared an emotional letter to Chadwick Boseman on Sunday.

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Japanese Cartoon ‘Doraemon’ Inspires Upcoming Nike SB Dunk High

Debuted in 1970, Japanese manga “Doraemon” celebrates its 50th Anniversary with an inspired take on the Nike SB Dunk High.

Nevada Man Hospitalized After Apparent Coronavirus Reinfection

Scientists in Nevada are the latest to report a likely case of reinfection from the coronavirus that causes covid-19, with genetic evidence backing up their claim. While it remains to be seen whether reinfection will be a common phenomenon, this newest case suggests that a second infection can cause more severe illness than the first, even in young and seemingly healthy people.

Mark Zuckerberg Accuses Apple of Having a ‘Stranglehold’ on Apps

Mark Zuckerberg has fired more shots at Apple.

During a company-wide meeting Friday, the Facebook CEO accused the tech giant of having a “stranglehold” on apps that are available for iPhones. Zuckerberg claimed the App Store policies allowed Apple to “charge monopoly rents” on third-parties, which ultimately harms innovation and user experience.

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