Science + Technology
Katie Hunt, CNN
Scientists discover ‘biggest bug that ever lived’
A fossil of a giant millipede found on a beach in northern England has revealed the "biggest bug that ever lived," paleontologists say.5 years ago
Curt Gresseth
What to know about COVID-19 breakthrough infections
If you are fully vaccinated against COVID but have a "breakthrough infection," the good news is you probably won't have as a severe illness -- hospitalization, even death -- as an unvaccinated person.5 years ago
Eliza Craig
Trend in threats of violence to schools traced to TikTok
School officials express concern that a recent trend in threats to schools relates to a TikTok challenge.5 years ago
Ashley Strickland, CNN
NASA’s Parker Solar Probe becomes first spacecraft to ‘touch’ the sun
The Parker Solar Probe, three years after its launch, has become the first spacecraft to touch the sun.5 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Climate change boosting extreme weather like tornadoes, says U. expert
Climate change is putting the atmosphere and weather on steroids, and the United States is likely to see more damaging storms because of climate change, says a weather expert at the University of Utah.5 years ago
Mark Jones
The peak of the Geminid meteor shower is tonight
The peak of the Geminid meteor shower is expected arrive late Monday night and into early Tuesday morning.5 years ago
Curt Gresseth
For science, two Utah teachers take a trip out of this world
Courtesy of NASA, two Utah teachers take a flight into the Stratosphere to share with students their scientific discovery.5 years ago
Kelsey Earl
BYU student creates 3D campus map from tens of thousands of photos
BYU student creates 3D campus map during the pandemic.5 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Social-media envy got you down during Christmas? Doc has holiday tips.
Social media can unplug your Christmas lights, if you are not careful. A mental health expert stuffs your stockings with tips and advice on how to avoid sliding into holiday depression.5 years ago
Associated Press Staff
Utan Transit Authority app affected by major outage hitting Amazon Web Services
Amazon Web Services suffered a major outage Tuesday, the company said, limiting service at many key and popular sites.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
Doctors find autism rates among Utah children higher than previously thought
New data authored by researchers at the University of Utah shows there are far more children on the autism spectrum than previously thought. Researchers say improvements in testing and diagnosing autism could be one reason for the increase.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
As omicron variant spreads, Utahns urged to get vaccine booster shots
With the spread of the omicron variant, Utahns are being urged to get a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot5 years ago
Kira Hoffelmeyer and Mark Jones
U of U develops a tool that can be used frequently in breast cancer diagnoses
A new tool developed by the University of Utah could allow women to get screened for breast cancer at a younger age, along with eliminating the exposure to radiation that comes with your typical mammogram.5 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Citizen scientists in Utah asked to participate in Squirrel Fest
Squirrel Fest takes place December 6 through 12, with the goal of gathering information to be used by Utah scientists.5 years ago
Francesca Street, CNN
Great Barrier Reef explodes to life in ‘magical’ spawning event
The Great Barrier Reef "gave birth" in its annual coral spawn, creating a cacophony of color on the Australian landmark.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
Researchers believe ‘omicron’ variant will be in Utah, sooner or later
The Omicron variant doesn't have officials saying we should cancel Christmas plans, but masks and social distancing are still recommended.5 years ago
Colby Walker
2021 set for longest lunar eclipse in centuries on Friday morning
It may only be a partial lunar eclipse, but early Friday morning will reward skywatchers at the end of 2021 one of the longest eclipses in centuries.5 years ago
Rishi Iyengar, CNN Business
Apple will let iPhone users repair their own devices
Apple plans to give customers the ability to repair their own devices amid growing pressure from regulators and consumers around the world for manufacturers to ease restrictions on fixing products.5 years ago
MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer
Russian test blamed for space junk threatening space station
U.S. officials say a Russian weapons test created space junk now threatening the 7 astronauts aboard the International Space Station.5 years ago
Carlos Artiles Fortun
New study sheds light on the negative impact of pandemic on mental health in Utah
UTAH — A new study by researchers at Intermountain healthcare confirms the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on the mental health of the country. 4,633 patients participated in the study, which claims the pandemic’s negative impact on people’s mental health and physical well-being has been significant. In the study, nearly 40 percent of patients […]5 years ago
Nick Wyatt
Intermountain Healthcare plans drone prescription deliveries
Intermountain Healthcare is teaming up with electric drone maker Zipline to make drone prescription deliveries starting in 2022.5 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Both Dems and Republicans needed to end climate change, says Utah clean-energy advocate
The founder of Utah Clean Energy said the transition away from fossil fuels has begun in the state but all voices are needed to make it work.5 years ago
Sherry Liang, CNN
Heinz reveals “Marz Edition” ketchup made in Mars-like conditions
The experiment, which has been two years in the making, demonstrates the possibility of long-term food production on Mars.5 years ago
