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August 23, 2026

Lab-Grown Brain Tissue Matches Human Development Over Six Years

For the first time, laboratory-grown models of human brain tissue have matured over several years in a way that mirrors natural development, according to research funded by the US National Institutes of

Health·Science

FDA Approves First mRNA Flu Vaccine for Adults 50 and Older

The United States has its first influenza vaccine built on the same messenger RNA technology that powered COVID-19 shots. On 5 August 2026, the Food and Drug Administration approved mFlusiva, made by the Massachusetts-based company Moderna, for adults aged 50

August 23, 2026

NASA’s Roman Telescope Cleared for August 30 Launch

Astronomy·News·Science·Space·Technology

NASA has cleared its Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope for launch after teams completed a flight readiness review on Wednesday. The telescope is scheduled

COVID-19 Awakens Dormant Viruses, and One Family Is Tied to Long COVID

Health·Science·World

COVID-19 does more than cause an acute infection: it can also wake viruses that have lain quiet in the body for years. A new

Artificial Intelligence·Robotics·Science·Technology

Figure 03 Crosses 1,000-Unit Milestone: Humanoid Robots Enter Mass Production

Figure 03, made by Figure AI, crossed 1,000 units deployed on July 23, 2026, at BotQ’s manufacturing facility—a watershed moment for the humanoid robot industry. The milestone marks the transition from prototype

Sunita Somvanshi

August 15, 2026

Marine Life·Nature·Ocean·Science

1,121 New Marine Species Discovered in Landmark Ocean Census—Ghost Sharks Lead Discovery

Scientists have discovered 1,121 marine species in a single year, marking a historic milestone in ocean exploration. The discovery emerges from 13 global expeditions coordinated since April 2025, spotlighting ecosystems humanity has

Sunita Somvanshi

August 15, 2026

Total solar eclipse totality over Valladolid, Spain on August 12, 2026

Science·World

Spain Eclipse Darkness After 121 Years Stuns Europe

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 121 YEARS, TOTAL ECLIPSE DARKENS SPAIN’S MIDDAY SKY *August 12 solar event traces path from Siberia to Portugal, revealing sun’s corona as NASA streams observations* For the

Sonali Tiwary

August 13, 2026

Map of the August 12 2026 total solar eclipse path of totality

Astronomy·Space

Total solar eclipse on August 12 ends Spain’s 121-year wait; rare three-year eclipse streak begins through 2028

Total solar eclipse August 12, 2026 crosses Spain, ending a 121-year wait. NASA maps the path of totality across Northern Hemisphere.

Sonali Tiwary

August 12, 2026

Perseid meteor streaking across a dark night sky

Astronomy·Space

Perseids meteor shower peaks with up to 100 meteors per hour under rare new moon darkness; NASA streams live watch party

Perseids meteor shower peaks August 12-13, 2026 under a new moon. Up to 100 meteors per hour, as many as 150; NASA live watch party.

Sonali Tiwary

August 12, 2026

Labelled sagittal anatomical diagram of the human brain showing the thalamus, hypothalamus, infundibulum and the anterior and posterior pituitary lobes in colour

Asia·Health·Science

Orexin Neurons Drive Sustained Motivation, Nagoya University Brain Study Finds

Nagoya University researchers found orexin neurons in the hypothalamus control sustained motivation and goal-directed effort, pointing to new treatment routes for depression and addiction.

Rahul Somvanshi

August 6, 2026

Rows of powered server racks in a data centre interior

Science·Technology·USA

Anthropic Revenue Explodes 80-Fold: CEO Amodei Admits Compute Shortage as Demand Surges

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei reveals an 80-fold revenue and usage surge in Q1 2026, forcing compute deals with SpaceX and Amazon. The company had planned for only 10-fold growth.

Rahul Somvanshi

August 6, 2026

White Candida auris yeast colonies cultured on an agar streak plate in a laboratory

Health·Science·USA

3,000 Cases of Antifungal-Resistant Candida Auris Reported Across 23 States in 2026

Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus, now affects 3,000+ patients across 23 states. The CDC calls it an urgent antimicrobial threat. Texas leads with 706 cases; mortality reaches 30-60 percent.

Sunita Somvanshi

August 6, 2026

Nearly 1.6 Million Dozen Eggs Recalled Over Salmonella Risk — Check Your Carton Now

Health·Science·USA

19 Million Eggs Recalled: Antibiotic-Resistant Salmonella Sickens 98 Across 17 States

Nearly 19 million eggs pulled nationwide as 98 people fall ill with antibiotic-resistant salmonella. Codes P-1950 and 0840962 affect Kroger, Brookshire's and others through August 17, 2026.

Karmactive Staff

August 6, 2026

Diagram showing the 2029 close approach trajectory of asteroid 99942 Apophis relative to Earth.

Astronomy·Science·Space

Asteroid Apophis April 2029: 31,000km Closest Approach Visible to Billions Worldwide

Asteroid Apophis passes within 31,000km of Earth on April 13, 2029—closer than geostationary satellites. Visible to naked eye from Europe, Africa, Asia. Multiple spacecraft missions planned for study.

Sonali Tiwary

August 5, 2026

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