Articles by Tiziana Celine
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COVID-19: Afghan Girls Create Ventilators With Car Part for Coronavirus Response
The Afghan Dreamers—who became famous when they were denied a visa to come to a robotics competition in the U.S. in 2017—are now hard at work helping their country prepare for COVID-19.
[BEWARE] Officials Warn Public of COVID-19 Contact Tracing Scams
Scammers are pretending to be contact tracers working for public health departments to steal private information, the Federal Trade Commission said on Tuesday.
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COVID-19: All Monkeys in Oxford Vaccine Trial Were Infected By Coronavirus
All six rhesus monkeys were given the vaccine still became infected with COVID-19. There were also warnings that they may have been able to spread the virus. Oxford University vaccine has already been steam-rolled into human trials.
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NASA's To Announce Good News As WFIRST Will Search For Exoplanets, Dark Energy
WFIRST, the telescope destined to replace the Hubble, just got the official green light. NASA is expected to make a special announcement this week about its WFIRST space telescope mission, and the space agency said Monday, May 18.
Android Tips and Tricks: Hidden Features You Didn't Know Your Phone Could Do
From using multiple apps at the same time to keeping your phone unlocked when you're home, Android has some awesome features. Learn where to find them.
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Chinese Smartphone Brand Oppo Eyes Bigger European Presence With Vodafone
Oppo now accounts for 2% of the European market after experiencing 10-fold growth amid coronavirus lockdowns in the first quarter. Global smartphone shipments fell 13% in the first quarter to 272 million units due to the impact of COVID-19.
[VIRAL] Scientists Named New Species Discovered on Twitter, Named After the Social Media Platform
The fungus was first observed in a millipede photo that was shared on Twitter. They named the fungus T. twitteri after the social media site where it was first observed. Researchers noted the increasing contribution of social media to research.
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COVID-19: Ecuador Amazon Tribe Records First Coronavirus Case
The first case reported in the Waorani tribe is a 'pregnant woman, 17 years old, who began to show symptoms on May 4,' the ministry says in a statement.
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COVID-19: Fitness Classes Might Contribute the Spread Coronavirus, Scientists Say
As gyms begin to reopen, many of us are wondering whether it is safe, or wise, to return after coronavirus pandemic.
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COVID-19 Update: Singapore Develops Coronavirus Test That Detects Infections in One Hour
Researchers in Singapore conceived this COVID-19 research and invented the cPass diagnostic test. A new COVID-19 test that can quickly determine if an individual has been previously infected with the coronavirus is now available at Singapore hospitals.
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TRAPPIST-1 Planetary Orbits Revolve Like Our Own Solar System, Astronomers Say
Observations with the Subaru telescope have determined that the Earth-like planets of the TRAPPIST-1 system are not significantly misaligned with the star's rotation.
'Resident Evil: Resistance' Adds Nemesis, Nicholai Ginovaef as a Playable Characters
Resident Evil’s most iconic monster in the RE 3 remake’s multiplayer mode is here. The multiplayer experience also adds Nicholai Ginovaef as a Mastermind.
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COVID-19: Japan Suicide Rate Declines Amid Coronavirus Lockdown Due To Shift in Stress Factors
Japan's suicide rate has fallen by a fifth during the coronavirus pandemic. The drop is the result of delays to the start of the school year, fewer stress factors, and more time with family.
Coronavirus: Study Shows More Than A Quarter of Most-Viewed Coronavirus YouTube Videos Have Misleading Claims
Researchers identified the 69 most popular YouTube videos about COVID-19/ They then gave each a special score based on the accuracy of its information. The videos with incorrect information got a total of more than 62 million views.
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Here's How Tech Saved Your Vinyl Collection From the Garbage Dump
Can innovations for sharing your records and playing them longer and louder help save the LP and vinyl records in the future? Here's how technology could help
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[VIDEO] Experiment Shows How Infection Can Spread Through Contact
Germs may have spread on cruise ships at buffet centers where many people gather at the same time to dine, NHK experiment showed in a video.
NASA Scientists Prepare DART Mission To Save Earth From Asteroid Hit
NASA is preparing to test its plan to save the world after an asteroid came too close for comfort. The U.S. space agency hopes to knock a meteor off course by using a spacecraft traveling at 14,700mph.
Astronomers Solve Mystery of X-Shaped Radio Galaxies
Astronomers have solved the puzzle of why some active galaxies appear to be shaped like an X, and black holes are the most likely culprit.
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Ventilator Could Be to Blame on Fire Incident in Russian Hospital Which Kills 5 Coronavirus Patients
A fire that broke out in an intensive care ward in a hospital in St. Petersburg in Russia has killed five people with COVID-19, according to Russian media reports. The fire may have been caused due to one of the ventilation machines short-circuiting, Russian news agency TASS reported Tuesday, citing a source in the emergency services.
COVID:19: Here's Why the 'Plandemic' Video Went Viral So Quickly
Both deliberate and chance aspects are leading to the video's rapid popularity. Here's why more than 8 million people watched 'Plandemic' anyway.
Former Funding Manager Faces Charges After Robbing Retirees of Financial Savings Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
A 39-year-old former investment manager in Georgia faced federal charges after robbing hundreds of retirees of their savings through a Ponzi scheme when the rapid spread of COVID-19 presented an opportunity.
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COVID-19 Update: Summer Could ONLY Slow Coronavirus Spread, Researchers Say
The U.S. and Canadian researchers said the transmission risk only slightly reduced. Dropped 1.5% for every degree Fahrenheit above 77ºF (25ºC), they found. They analyzed more than 370,000 cases in thousands of different cities in the United States.
Mars Rock Samples Could Bring Alien Viruses to Earth, Warns Expert
Stanford professors urge NASA to disinfect rockets with chemical cleaning and intense heat. He warns alien viruses could hitchhike on astronauts and the space ship.
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More Internet Users Want to Remove Personal Information Online, Research Finds
Most people want to remove information about themselves online, Kaspersky survey finds. A growing number of internet users have attempted to remove records about themselves online.
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Virtual Party Ideas: Here's How to Throw a Virtual Party During Quarantine
Virtual happy hours abound amongst friends—but some people get even more creative. When you all can't be in the same spot, count on this fun party plan to feel close.
MacBook Secrets and Tricks: Get More Out of MacBooks With These Handy Tips
Make life easier with these Mac shortcuts and tips. Whether you are new to the Mac world or have been an avid user for years, there are plenty of little tricks and shortcuts many people don't know about that could make your experience with these gadgets extra productive.
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COVID-19: Scientists Slam at Attempts to Discredit Scientific Basis for Lockdown
Experts blast 'misconception' that one man was the 'architect of the lockdown.' Scientists release a joint statement to defend the introduction of social distancing. Thibaut Jombart described his shamed colleague as 'one of the best in the world.'
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COVID-19: Water Utility Officials Warn Residents Not to Flush PPEs To Avoid Clogged Sewers
PPE and wipes are being flushed down toilets, and it's taking a toll on our water systems and residents' properties.
NASA Packs Perseverance Rover Spacecraft Configuration Ahead For Its One-Way Trip
The space agency will keep rolling its Mars Rover through milestones here on Earth. Even if you think you're a ninja for fitting a week's worth of clothes right into a carry-on bag, you can still learn some matters from NASA.
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Roaming Robot Dogs in Singapore Reminds Park Goers to Follow Social Distancing Rule
Boston Dynamics' robot dog, Spot, is being used to encourage social distancing in parks in Singapore. Spot walks around green spaces telling people to stay at least one meter apart. The robot doesn't enforce social distancing, but Singapore does have strict lockdown measures that could result in fines or even jail time if not followed.
