NASA Estimates $28 Billion to Meet Artemis Deadlines

POLICY 09.22.2020 08:40 AM

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has recently revealed its plan to meet its target of landing "the first woman and the next man on the surface of the Moon" by 2024 - but it will cost approximately $28 billion.

Exercising Rights to Vote Linked to Positive Mental Health

09.21.2020 09:00 AM

Now that the United States gets to decide its future through electing its leaders, with the right to suffrage, or voting, being one of the rights granted by the Constitution. However, aside from the human rights and civic duty involved, the very act of casting votes can also offer benefits to one's mental health.

Twitter Commits To Investigate Apparent Racial Bias in Photo Reviews

09.21.2020 08:30 AM

Twitter announced that it would investigate its neural network responsible for generating its photo review after users of the platform called out the apparent racial bias in its selection of pictures.

Trump Approves Oracle Acquisition of TikTok in the US

09.20.2020 08:10 AM

President Donald Trump has given his approval to the agreement between Chinese-owned video sharing platform TikTok and American tech giant Oracle on Saturday, September 19.

Moderna, Pfizer Reveal COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Blueprints

09.18.2020 08:00 AM

American drug companies Moderna and Pfizer have disclosed its secret blueprints in their respective coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine trials in a move to gain the confidence of the clamoring public and scientific communities.

Oracle Beats Microsoft to Become American Partner of TikTok

09.14.2020 08:48 AM

Chinese social media platform 'TikTok' has reached an agreement with tech giant Oracle in the bid for its U.S. operations, beating Microsoft in a landmark deal that will set precedents between American and Chinese tech entities.

How to do a Free Background Check in 2020

09.11.2020 21:37 PM

There is a treasure trove of information to be found online about practically anyone. What's more, this information is often freely accessible.

NASA Plans to Buy Lunar Rocks From Private Companies

09.11.2020 09:00 AM

NASA expressed interest in buying Moon rocks, finding private companies who can fund their own missions.

The Social Dilemma: Netflix Explores Social Media Ethics and Effects on Mental Health

09.10.2020 21:25 PM

A recently-released docu-drama on streaming platform Netflix, "The Social Dilemma," examines the abrasive effects of social media platforms on modern society.

[Survey] Working Women Hit Worse Than Men in First Months of Pandemic

09.10.2020 08:10 AM

The global coronavirus pandemic has already taken jobs from millions of Americans, but new data suggests that women might've been hit harder than their male counterparts.

Catherine Koerner to Become Next NASA Orion Program Manager

09.09.2020 08:30 AM

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has chosen Catherine Koerner as its next manager for the Orion Program effective last Tuesday, September 8.

Young People Are Missing Out on Important Life Events Due to COVID-19

09.07.2020 22:18 PM

Missing out on a once-in-a-lifetime event can be devastating especially for young people during this pandemic.

Mysterious Seed Packets May Be Part of an International 'Brushing' Scam

09.07.2020 09:51 AM

Seed packets have been mailed to people around the world via Amazon deliveries, causing the company to update its online selling policies. The seeds were not ordered by anyone and have inauthentic post markings from China.

Rocket Lab Receives a Five-Year Launch Operator License from FAA

09.07.2020 08:20 AM

Rocket Lab, the private aerospace company behind the Electron launch vehicle, has received a five-year Launch Operator License from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

NASA's SLS Rocket Exceeds Cost Estimates, Notifies Congress

09.06.2020 08:20 AM

NASA's latest Space Launch System (SLS) megarocket, together with its ground infrastructure, have reportedly exceeded its original cost estimates, prompting the space agency to notify Congress about the budget.