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Hundreds of buildings with Science Centre roof panels remain open
The same lightweight concrete roofing material blamed for safety risks at the Ontario Science Centre is used in hundreds of other…
End of cod moratorium touted after 32 years as Ottawa approves small increase in commercial catch
The federal government has announced a return to the commercial northern cod fishery this year. The Department of Fisheries and…
Large asteroid to pass between Earth and the moon on Saturday
Earth is surrounded by rocky bodies and bits of debris from when the solar system formed roughly 4.5 billion years…
Summer means more bugs, heat and injuries. Here’s how to protect yourself
The Dose20:45What can I do to prepare for a summer medical emergency? As the parent of four very active children,…
Astronauts to stay on ISS for weeks longer amid probe into Boeing Starliner’s thruster issue
Two NASA astronauts will stay longer at the International Space Station as engineers troubleshoot problems on Boeing’s new space capsule…
Quebec farmers say they’re facing a cutworm infestation like they’ve never seen
An unusual infestation of cutworms is wreaking havoc in fields in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Témiscamingue, in northwestern Quebec, has been especially affected…
Check out the elephants at risk of extinction, and the wild cats that are bouncing back
Over 45,000 species are now threatened with extinction — 1,000 more than last year — according to an international conservation…
Scientists closing in on why some people never get COVID. That could help with future vaccines
Early on in the pandemic, in 2021, Hugh Potter ate dinner and watched TV next to his wife while she…
This DIY brick sauna is helping frogs fight disease
Wedged into the tiny holes of masonry bricks, which heat their bodies up to near 30 C, you might think Australian…
Montreal peregrine falcon chicks take first flights into a world full of danger
The world is full of dangers when you’re a falcon chick less than six weeks old and learning to fly…
China’s Chang’e 6 lunar probe returns to Earth with first samples from moon’s far side
China’s Chang’e 6 probe returned to Earth with rock and soil samples from the little-explored far side of the moon, in…
Petting zoo animals at London Pride event die after farm receives anonymous anti-LGBTQ email
London police are investigating the death of two animals and the serious illness of a third after they were on…
Anaplasmosis is a tick-borne disease that’s on the rise in Canada
Tick experts are warning Canadians to be on the lookout for symptoms of a tick-borne disease whose case counts have been…
Lyme disease might be more common, but this tick-borne disease is on the rise in Canada
Tick experts are warning Canadians to be on the lookout for symptoms of a tick-borne disease whose case counts have been…
Pharmaceuticals in our waterways affect wildlife. This researcher says it’s a big problem
The Current11:38How our discarded drugs are sparking sex changes in fish What do fish act like on anti-anxiety medication? According…
Scientists think they know why humans live so long: Moms
Why do humans live so long? A new study suggests a mother’s care could be a major part of it.…
Alaska man helps trapped and shrieking baby moose — while avoiding its mama
As It Happens6:30Alaska man helps trapped and shrieking baby moose — while avoiding its mama When Spencer Warren pulled up…
Coal mine contaminants blown onto snowpack in Alta., B.C.: study
Cancer-causing chemicals are being blown downwind from coal mines in southern British Columbia in concentrations that rival those next to oilsand mines,…
Megaconstellations of satellites are burning up in our atmosphere. That could have consequences
If, on a clear night, you were to gaze up into the blackness of the sky, you would expect to…
Grolar bear hybrids in N.W.T. all traced back to same ‘strange’ female polar bear
A family of polar and grizzly bear hybrids, or grolars, in Canada’s western Arctic — which all started with a…
Meet 2 Innu women trailblazers in astrophysics and land guardianship
Laurie Rousseau-Nepton says she wants to understand the very large and the very small, and that’s why she became the…
Culling wolves alters the survivors and that could be ‘bad news’ for caribou, study finds
When wolves are killed by bullets fired from helicopters during Alberta government culls, surviving members of the pack quickly learn…
How nighttime heat could affect your body today
Last year was the hottest in recorded human history, and this year Canada continues to be affected by heat waves…
Research finds log booms harmful to B.C. salmon and fish habitats
Two new studies are highlighting what researchers say is the harmful effect of log booms — floating structures that contain logs before…
William Anders, Apollo 8 astronaut who took Earthrise photo, killed in plane crash
Retired major-general William Anders, the former Apollo 8 astronaut who took the iconic Earthrise photo showing the planet as a shadowed…
New research highlights where ‘The Big One’ earthquake could hit
New research offers a clearer picture of a fault line hundreds of kilometres long off the West Coast that is…
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Spiders as big as a human palm spreading in parts of U.S.
6 days ago News Duration 2:33 They have four-inch legs, bright yellow stripes and the ability to ‘fly’ several kilometres…
Would you trust a surgeon trained with AI? CHEO and Carleton developing cutting-edge simulator
When doctors perform laparoscopic surgery, they can’t rely on their own eyes. Instead, laparoscopic surgeons make a small incision and insert…
Ed Stone, head of the Voyager mission that introduced us to solar system’s outer planets, has died
The NASA project scientist who led the grandest and farthest tour humanity’s ever taken in our solar system has died. Ed…
Elephants may have names for each other that humans don’t know, study finds
As It Happens6:38Elephants may have names for each other that humans can’t understand Elephants appear to know their own names, according…
Mourning loss of beloved blond bear, wildlife advocates want more protection for the animals
The message from wildlife advocates is clear after the death of a beloved blond bear and her two cubs: more…
SpaceX retrieves space junk from Sask. farmer
SpaceX has retrieved pieces of debris that fell to earth and were found on Saskatchewan farmland in April. Barry Sawchuk…
Explorer Ernest Shackleton’s last ship found off Labrador’s south coast, says expedition
The Royal Canadian Geographical Society says it has found polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton’s final ship, the Quest, off Labrador’s…
Group of N.S. river rafters help rescue beached whale
Some people who wanted to ride the tidal bore of a Nova Scotia river got more than they bargained for on…
Parks Canada officials devastated to report white grizzly, known as Nakoda, has died
After hopes that Bear 178 would walk off her injuries and survive the car crash that left the grizzly limping,…
P.E.I. research scientist searching for path to drought-resistant potatoes
A research scientist on Prince Edward Island is searching for new varieties of potatoes that will grow more quickly and…
Can a diet that’s good for the planet reduce your risk of dying from disease?
A diet promoting plant-based protein to help the environment now has a more human argument: It may lower your risk…
How does an AI video editor perform in terms of speed?
AI video editor perform in terms of speed Video production is no easy feat. It takes time to go from…
Boeing, NASA prepare for second flight test of new Starliner despite leak on spacecraft
After a failed launch attempt of Boeing’s new Starliner crew capsule on May 6, NASA and the aerospace company are prepared…
Scientists are on a quest for drought-resistant wheat, agriculture’s ‘Holy Grail’
Plant biologist Marcus Samuel has been working for more than a decade to improve the climate resilience of crops. At…
Speed limits, fishery rules aim to protect southern killer whales
The federal government has announced salmon fishery closures and mandatory speed limits in areas where southern resident killer whales forage…
B.C. project aims to reduce kidney rejection
Researchers in British Columbia have set their sights on virtually eliminating organ rejection by using advanced genetic testing to better match patients with kidney donors. …
If Canada’s tornado alley is shifting east, how can we better prepare?
When Jacques Juneau and Chantal Germain bought their home in Saint-Adolphe-D’Howard, Que., it seemed like the perfect spot. Nestled among…
See a goofy-looking bird on the ground? It’s likely a baby and it’s fine, experts say
It’s fledgling season, a time when animal rescue experts say they are inundated with calls about goofy-looking birds stumbling around…
Boeing’s Starliner capsule docks with ISS after facing thruster issues
Boeing’s new Starliner capsule and its inaugural two-member NASA crew safely docked with the International Space Station on Thursday, meeting…
SpaceX to undergo 4th test launch of its 37-storey Starship rocket
Hot on the heels of the successful crewed launch of Boeing’s new CST-100 Starliner on Wednesday, we have another rocket launch: This…
Astronauts finally blast off on Boeing’s new Starliner spacecraft
Boeing, NASA and United Launch Alliance (ULA) are breathing a sigh of relief after successfully launching Boeing’s new CST-100 Starliner spacecraft. ULA’s Atlas…
Coastal erosion threatens to wash away D-Day beaches
Visitors pepper the length of Utah Beach in Normandy, France, some pausing to take photos, others simply staring out across…
Grassy Narrows First Nation files lawsuit against Ontario, federal governments over mercury contamination
A First Nation in northwestern Ontario that has faced decades of mercury poisoning is suing the provincial and federal governments, arguing…
Giant hornets are here — but they’re not the ones you might think
Christine Moses was playing Scrabble with her husband in their Ottawa home this spring when she looked outside the window and shrieked.…
Agricultural antifreeze? Sask. researchers say spray could help wine grapes handle cold better
An agricultural biotech group based out of the University of Saskatchewan wants to help protect wine grapes from the cold,…
There’s a climate threat lurking in rivers around the world. New research shows where
Rivers and streams offer far more than pretty scenery or an opportunity for a summertime cool-off. They make up an…
Lightning-caused wildfires burn the most area in Canada, and could be more common as the climate warms
Early last June, a powerful storm descended on southern Quebec, leading to lightning strikes in quick succession across the vast…
Meet Bubbles, a rare pink grasshopper now living in a London family’s home
Natalie Sansone and her family are “not usually bug people” but the family has welcomed a rare pink grasshopper into their…
Boeing’s Starliner launch called off at last minute in latest delay of astronaut flight
A last-minute problem nixed Saturday’s launch attempt for Boeing’s first astronaut flight, the latest in a string of delays over…
Killer whales are ramming boats for fun, scientists say. A new report offers ways to protect mariners
Quirks and Quarks11:40Killer whales are likely ramming boats because they’re bored and having fun When Renaud de Stephanis sees killer…
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This reporter learned how sailboats fly
11 hours ago News Duration 4:21 In anticipation of SailGP races in Halifax, coaches from across Canada are working on…
Canadian scientists launch early warning system to spot traces of H5N1 bird flu in milk
It all started with a few text messages in late April. Several well-known Canadian scientists — Toronto-based infectious diseases specialist…
Atlantic whitefish are on the brink of extinction. Can a captive breeding program save them?
Scientists will implant tiny tracking tags in up to 200 captive-raised Atlantic whitefish this year as part of the effort…
Neuralink looks to the public to solve a seemingly impossible problem
Elon Musk’s quest to wirelessly connect human brains with machines has run into a seemingly impossible obstacle, experts say. The…
How an AI Video Editor Handles Multi-Camera Setups
AI Video Editor Handles Multi-Camera Setups Whether you want to create a quick promotional TikTok video or go for an…
Scientists tested replica Bronze Age armour on Greek marines. Here’s what they learned
As It Happens7:04Scientists tested replica Bronze Age armour on Greek marines. Here’s what they learned More than a dozen elite…
Google research shows the fast rise of AI-generated misinformation
From fake images of war to celebrity hoaxes, artificial intelligence technology has spawned new forms of reality-warping misinformation online. New…
Ancient tool discovered in Saskatoon strawberry patch highlights city’s rich archaeological history
It’s a fist-sized piece of granite that speaks to the history hidden beneath the paved streets and manicured yards in…
Marine collagen is all the rage in anti-aging. What does that mean for fish?
It may come as a scoop of white powder to add to a latte or smoothie, promising to help achy…
How does an AI video editor perform in terms of speed?
AI video editor perform in terms of speed Video production is no easy feat. It takes time to go from…
Want to keep your brain sharp? Here are 5 things you can do
The Dose25:48How can I keep my brain sharp as I age? Read transcribed audio The health of our brains can…
The world’s most common cockroach is ‘a monster of our own creation,’ study finds
As It Happens5:58The world’s most prevalent cockroach is ‘a monster of our own creation,’ study finds Despite its name, the…
These endangered snails were thought to have disappeared from most of Canada — until now
An endangered snail species thought to have disappeared from many parts of Canada has been discovered in the Upper Thames River…
Ravens, rinse, repeat — birds return to suburban street
When it comes to rooting out roosting ravens, never say “nevermore.” So quoth the residents of a formerly quiet street…
Space junk is raining from the sky. Who’s responsible when it hits the Earth?
In March 2022, a couple living in the rural town of São Mateus do Sul, Brazil, were shocked to find a…
2 women who died trying to save turtle on road in Chatham-Kent, Ont., remembered for love of animals
It was a shock to Dorothy Suliga when she learned that her mother, Teresa Suliga, and her aunt, Elizabeth Seremak, had…
Stunning photos revealed by European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope
At first glance, the image doesn’t look like much: a few smatterings of bright, yellow stars among dimmer white ones.…
What Are the Most Common Types of FPC PCB?
Most Common Types of FPC PCB FPCs are used in various electronic devices to connect circuits and make them function.…
Busy 2024 hurricane season expected in Atlantic Ocean
All signs are pointing to a very busy hurricane season in the Atlantic Ocean. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric…
How do you verify component polarity during printed circuit board assembly services?
printed circuit board Verifying component polarity during printed circuit board (PCB) assembly services is a crucial step in ensuring the…
How do you ensure emc electromagnetic compatibility in contract electronic assembly design?
electromagnetic compatibility in contract electronic assembly design Ensuring electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is a crucial aspect of contract electronic assembly design…
Poultry producer’s farm still under quarantine following deadly avian flu infection
A poultry producer in Lower Branch, N.S., who lost more than 200 birds after avian flu infected her farm is…
Laurentian student testing foraged foods for metal and nutrient content
An undergraduate biology student at Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ont., is doing some research that has caught the attention of…
High-tech London, Ont.-area farm delivers fresh produce all year. Could it be an answer to high grocery costs?
Western University researchers are developing a new kind of farm that uses machine-learning algorithms and data analytics to create optimum conditions for growing…
Federal panel lists 35 ‘plausible’ future threats to Canada and the world
In a new report, a think-tank within Employment and Social Development Canada cites 35 “plausible” global disruptions that could reshape Canada and the world…
How does the fabrication process of printed board assembly differ from rigid PCBs?
fabrication process of printed board assembly differ from rigid PCBs The fabrication process of printed board assembly (PBA) and rigid…
How Do Board PCB Assemblys Compare to Flexible PCBs?
Board PCB Assemblys Compare to Flexible PCBs Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are vital for the operation of most electronic devices,…
As AI becomes more human-like, experts warn users must think more critically about its responses
Tech giant Google has announced upgrades to its artificial intelligence technologies, just a day after rival OpenAI announced similar changes…
How PCB Design and Assembly Can Be Used in Automotive Applications
PCB Design and Assembly Can Be Used in Automotive Applications Hundreds of millions of miles are driven every day in…
Power restored after squirrel sparks Toronto outage
Parts of downtown Toronto were without power for a few hours Wednesday after a squirrel came into contact with a utility pole.…
‘Heart-in-a-box’ technology lets Canadian organ donor save a life
Lorraine Sherren says what’s holding her together as she and her husband grieve the death of their 40-year-old son is…
B.C. imposes new rules on boaters to stop spread of parasite
British Columbia’s chief veterinarian has issued an order making it illegal to transport boats or other watercraft without removing the…
They’re helping their brother use his voice through AI
On his YouTube channel, Anand Munje interviews entrepreneurs, academics and artists. He communicates with them even though his cerebral palsy…
The solar storm knocked out GPS equipment on farms — and it could happen again
Tanner Borsa was working his farm near Yellow Creek, Sask., last weekend when the Global Positioning System in his tractors…
How does the weight of printed circuit board assembly companies compare to traditional PCBs?
printed circuit board assembly companies compare to traditional PCBs Printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) companies play a vital role in…
Recent solar storm and eclipse are reminders we live in the sun’s embrace
The colourful auroras that treated skywatchers across the country last weekend and the total solar eclipse last month are reminders…
High-tech London, Ont.-area farm delivers fresh produce all year. Could it be an answer to high grocery costs?
Western University researchers are developing a new kind of farm that uses machine-learning algorithms and data analytics to create optimum conditions for growing…
How does panelization optimize Pcb assembly services processes?
Pcb assembly services processes Panelization, the process of grouping multiple PCBs onto a single larger panel, offers numerous benefits that…
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Why 4 falcon eggs have a new home, and a new mother, on a Montreal bridge
For the first time since the 1990s, Quebec’s Transport Ministry and a group of experts have teamed up to relocate…
Key Differences Between Rigid and Flexible PCB Assembly Manufacturing
Rigid and Flexible PCB Assembly Manufacturing Whether a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is rigid or flexible, the pcb board assembly…
Are there any size limitations for pcb production and assembly?
size limitations for pcb production and assembly In the world of PCB (Printed Circuit Board) production and assembly, size limitations…
What are whales saying to each other? Scientists are a step closer to finding out
The Current16:06Decoding the sperm whale’s alphabet Scientists have examined thousands of hours of sperm whale calls — bursts of clicks…
‘They were pretty much everywhere’: This Cambridge couple pulled over a dozen ticks off their dog
Hike up your socks and check your pets — tick season is already in full force. Rob and Kathy Bull of Cambridge,…
Chunk of space debris lands in Sask. farm field
As a farmer in rural Saskatchewan, Barry Sawchuk is used to removing rocks and weeds from his fields. But he…
What role does preheating play in reflow soldering for Pcb rigid flex?
preheating play in reflow soldering for Pcb rigid flex Preheating plays a crucial role in reflow soldering for PCB (Printed…
Why this solar storm was so monumental, and other things to know about the light show
The promised northern lights over the weekend did not disappoint, producing a dazzling light show across Canada and around the…
New $25M facility allows Canada’s ocean scientists, military to share research
A new $25-million marine research centre opened Monday in Dartmouth, N.S., to co-ordinate the sophisticated underwater platforms used by Canada…
The navy is looking at deploying ‘ghost fleets’ — warships that don’t need crews
The Canadian military is weighing how many and what kind of “optionally-crewed” warships it will need in the future as…
How do flex circuit pcb differ from traditional rigid PCBs?
lex circuit pcb differ from traditional rigid PCBs Flexible circuit PCBs (flex PCBs) and traditional rigid PCBs are two distinct…
The box tree moth could wreak havoc on your shrubs. Here’s what you need to know
If you have boxwood plants in your yard or neighbourhood, there’s an invasive pest you need to be on the…
What are the regulations governing circuit board assembly?
regulations governing circuit board assembly Regulations governing circuit board assembly are crucial for ensuring the safety, reliability, and environmental sustainability…
Wireless earbuds don’t have to be such a waste
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Can printed circuit board manufacturerss be used in aerospace applications?
printed circuit board manufacturerss be used in aerospace applications Printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturers have a crucial role to play…
Calling all budding marine scientists: Dal’s Aquatron research pool to hold open house
Before Transformers, there was the Aquatron — Dalhousie University’s dynamic and evolving superhero of a marine research centre. If it swims, floats or…
Bird flu vaccine candidates already exist. But if H5N1 sparks a pandemic, making enough doses won’t be easy
This story is part of CBC Health’s Second Opinion, a weekly analysis of health and medical science news emailed to subscribers…
Can an Pcba printed circuit board be customized for specific applications?
Can an Pcba printed circuit board be customized Printed circuit boards (PCBs) form the base mechanical foundation for mounting and…
Scientists watching wastewater for signs of H5N1 as U.S. bird flu outbreak in dairy cattle grows
Scientists in the U.S. and Canada are watching wastewater for early signs of H5N1 as an outbreak of bird flu…
Solar storm could bring northern lights to Southern Canada
A series of powerful solar storms could make the northern lights visible unusually far south Friday and Saturday night in…
Raw milk may be riskier amid avian flu outbreak in U.S. Stick to pasteurized dairy, experts warn
Measures such as pasteurization and rules for raw milk cheese keep disease-causing bacteria and viruses like avian flu out of…
Drones and AI are rewriting the rulebook on naval warfare — with uncertain consequences
They have an inconspicuous designation but the Ukrainian intelligence officers who belong to Group 13 have developed a formidable, far-reaching reputation.…
Drought signs raise fears of another fish die-off in B.C. rivers
Images of steelhead and trout flicker over long sheets of paper, brought to life in blue and green crayon rubbings…
Over 50 SNOLAB employees in Sudbury on strike after turning down latest offer
Picket lines are up outside a world-renowned physics research lab located deep inside a Sudbury, Ont., mine as 53 workers at SNOLAB…
When this orangutan got roughed up, he treated his wound with a medicinal plant
When Rakus the orangutan found himself a little worse for wear, he seemed to know exactly what to do about…
The Typical Sizes of Blind Via Holes
Typical Sizes of Blind Via Holes A via (pronounced “vy-ah”) is a connective, plated-through hole in a printed circuit board…
Why deathbed dreams and visions can be a comfort for the dying — and those left behind
The Current23:09What dying people see in their dreams As Charlotte Good was dying of pancreatic cancer in a Toronto hospital…
Canadian military should turn to private sector for space surveillance tech, MPs told
The Canadian military could have modern satellite coverage in the Arctic a decade earlier than envisioned if the federal government…
This voracious U.S. catfish species is now in Ontario, possibly due to climate change
Scientists have found evidence the flathead catfish — a species from the southern U.S. that’s known for its huge size and monstrous appetite…
Astronauts are ready to test out Boeing’s new spacecraft — and a Canadian will be talking them through it
It’s been a decade in the making, but Boeing’s commercial spacecraft is finally launching with its first passengers. The final…
Running horizontally could help future lunar settlers stay in shape on the Moon
Scientists have taken a clue from a carnival stunt known as the Wall of Death to help future astronauts on the…
China blasts off on mission that could provide 1st samples of far side of the moon
China on Friday launched a lunar probe to land on the far side of the moon and return with samples…
Honeybees invaded a reporter’s home, and upended everything she thought she knew about them
As It Happens108:20:00Honeybees invaded a reporter’s home, and upended everything she thought she knew about them It started with a…
How a PCB Can Be Used in Flexible RFID Tags
PCB Can Be Used in Flexible RFID Tags The PCB, also known as a printed circuit board (PCB), is the…
How mapping tree genomes can help plant forests resilient to climate change
A research team at the University of Alberta is looking into why some trees in Alberta are more resilient when…
What is a solar storm?
5 days ago News Duration 2:55 During the total eclipse earlier this month sun-gazers could see the outer ring of…
Bear-tracking study celebrates citizen science in Alberta’s grizzly country
A new study suggests citizen science could help restore Alberta’s grizzly bear numbers, but critics caution that without government action…
Location, location location: Why real estate’s golden rule also applies to morel mushrooms
It turns out morel mushrooms and real estate have something in common. Location, location, location is the golden rule for…
Scientists warn Canada ‘way behind the virus’ as bird flu explodes among U.S. dairy cattle
While federal officials say there’s still no sign of a dangerous form of bird flu in Canadian dairy cows, scientists…
The Process of Designing a Micro Via
Designing a Micro Via A micro via is a tiny hole in a printed circuit board that establishes electrical connections…
Canadian farmers take precautions as bird flu outbreaks hit U.S. dairy cattle
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Toronto Native Plant Market helps gardeners boost local biodiversity
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Can Quick Turn PCBs Be Used in Underwater Applications?
Quick Turn PCBs Be Used in Underwater Applications Quick turn PCBs are specialized printed circuit boards that are manufactured using…
Dubai deluge likely made worse by warming world, scientists find
A powerful rainstorm that wreaked havoc on the desert nation of the United Arab Emirates last week was likely made…
Chicago’s famous sidewalk ‘rat hole’ has been removed, but its legacy lives on
As It Happens5:43Chicago’s famous sidewalk ‘rat hole’ has been removed, but its legacy lives on Winslow Dumaine doesn’t believe Chicago…
What are microplastics doing to human health? Scientists work to connect the dots
Plastic serves as a building block for our food packaging, water pipes, rubber tires and synthetic fabrics. But plastic also…
Technology can detect wildfires. Do humans still have to?
After seven seasons working as a fire lookout — someone who watches for wildfires from a tower — near Peace…
Ingenuity Mars Helicopter down but definitely not out
Last January, the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter made its final flight with a landing that damaged at least one of its rotor…
Prehistoric giant ‘sabre-toothed salmon’ renamed after new discovery
The artwork and publicity materials showcasing a giant salmon that lived five million years ago were ready to go to…
How Do Flex Rigid PCBs Affect System Latency?
Flex Rigid PCBs Affect System Latency Rigid-flex PCBs are a type of printed circuit board (PCB) that is designed to…
UBC prof Suzanne Simard named in Time’s ‘most influential’ list
When Suzanne Simard heard she was going to be named one of the 100 “most influential people” in the world…
El Niño is nearing its end. Does that mean global temperatures will cool down in 2024?
Last year, the planet experienced its hottest year on record. While it wasn’t entirely a surprise that 2023 could top the…
How is signal integrity maintained in flex circuit designs
signal integrity maintained in flex circuit designs High-speed electronic signals require a highly efficient, low-loss transmission path to deliver maximum…
Humans wiped out a native San Francisco butterfly. Now another species is filling its ‘big blue shoes’
As It Happens6:22Humans wiped out a native San Francisco butterfly. Now another species is filling its ‘big blue shoes’ For…
Predators take big bite out of declining Atlantic mackerel population
Predators ate at least twice as many Atlantic mackerel as commercial fishery landings in the decade leading up to Canada’s…
What considerations must be made for thermal management in PCB HDI designs?
management in PCB HDI designs The rapid advancement of PCB technology has enabled a wide range of electronic devices to…
Caribou herds in B.C., Alberta, growing due to wolf culls: study
Fresh research suggests Western Canada’s once-dwindling caribou numbers are finally growing. But the same paper concludes the biggest reason for…
Nearly 30 cases of eclipse-related eye damage reported in Quebec so far
Quebec optometrists have confirmed 28 cases of eclipse-related eye damage since the solar event on April 8, and health officials…
Will climate change mean more mosquitoes in Atlantic Canada? N.S. researchers want to know
Some biologists are predicting climate change could mean the arrival of new insects on Atlantic Canada’s shores. Laura Ferguson, an…
Quebec races to save western chorus frog as city builds road through wetland
In the coming months, a city on Montreal’s South Shore aims to finish building a boulevard that cuts through a…
Buddy, the famous Yukon fox once thought to be a dog, has died
Almost 10 years after a case of mistaken identity that made international headlines, the Yukon Wildlife Preserve has laid to rest…
Marmot takes up residence in busy North Vancouver neighbourhood
It might not be from around these parts, but that hasn’t stopped a certain rotund little fellow from making a…
The divide over driverless taxis in San Francisco
The tech hub of San Francisco has become a growing market for driverless taxis. CBC’s Jean-François Bélanger takes a ride…
Mysterious object that hit Florida man’s roof was part of the International Space Station
Science When a strange object hit Alejandro Otero’s home in Florida, he had to return early from vacation. Once he…
NASA pauses Mars sample return plan until a cheaper, faster one can be developed
NASA’s plan to bring samples from Mars back to Earth is on hold until there’s a faster, cheaper way, space…
Federal government announces creation of National Space Council
Canada’s space sector received a boost from the federal government in its budget, both in terms of money and vision.…
They became friends on the Prairies — and are now working to fight a global health threat in Sri Lanka
Two scientists whose connection was sparked in Saskatchewan are working together from different sides of the globe to improve animal…
Even gardens have a carbon footprint. Here’s how to reduce the climate impact of urban farming
Urban gardening might seem fairly innocuous when it comes to its overall carbon footprint, but when compared to conventional agriculture,…
How cloud seeding can make it rain or prevent extreme weather
Cloud seeding has been named by some media reports as a possible contributor to record-setting rain and flooding in Dubai in…
A ‘new’ star will light up the sky soon and you can see it for yourself
Star light, star bright, will there be a new star tonight? That’s the question astronomers are waiting to answer, as…
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Halifax anesthesiologist hopes to help manage pain in space
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Drought puts Alberta farmers at risk of another scourge of grasshoppers
Will Muller knew immediately that he had a grasshopper problem last spring. Dealing with drought conditions at his farm near…
Up close with orca rescue team in B.C.
1 day ago News Duration 2:26 As plans develop for a daring rescue of a stranded orca calf on northern…
The world’s coral reefs are facing another mass bleaching event — maybe the biggest ever
The world’s oceans are experiencing another global mass coral bleaching event because of unprecedented heat, scientists at the U.S. National…
Canada at risk of another devastating wildfire season, federal government warns
The federal government says Canada could face another destructive wildfire season because of an unusually warm winter, widespread drought conditions…
Did the solar eclipse make this week’s tides more extreme? Kind of…
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B.C. firm wins NASA challenge with space-friendly menu
Space food isn’t Tang and puréed meat in a tube any longer, in fact it’s mushroom bacon and fresh strawberries…
School uncovers buried stream, transforms its schoolyard
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Engineers attempt to fix a computer glitch on Voyager 1
Last November, the Voyager 1 spacecraft began sending gibberish radio signals back to Earth. Engineers have now identified the problem,…
Chief says rescue effort for stranded orca calf four, five days away as plans ramp up
Plans are settling into place for an attempt to rescue a young killer whale calf stranded in a tidal lagoon…
Meet Spirit, a robot being trained to walk on the moon
12 hours ago News Duration 1:33 Scientists are putting a ‘robot dog’ named Spirit through its paces in the rugged…
Wildland firefighters’ respiratory health to be studied by UBC
After more than a decade of combating smoky wildfires in British Columbia, Kyler Gaulin says being on the front line has taken…
Move over, eclipse. A rare, double brood of lustful cicadas are about to take over the skies
As It Happens6:37So long, solar eclipse. An even rarer phenomenon is about to take over the skies Floyd Shockley is planning…
When is Canada’s next total solar eclipse? 2044 in B.C., Alberta
Thousands of people flocked to parts of Eastern Canada and the United States this week to catch a glimpse of…
Peter Higgs, physicist behind Higgs boson particle, recalled as ‘truly gifted scientist’
Nobel prize-winning physicist Peter Higgs, who proposed the existence of the so-called “God particle” that helped explain how matter formed…
Canadian DNA lab knew its paternity tests identified the wrong dads, but it kept selling them
A Canadian DNA laboratory knowingly delivered prenatal paternity test results that routinely identified the wrong biological fathers — ruling out…
Warming climates have chimps changing behaviours — but it can only go so far
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Is milk safe to drink? Can you catch bird flu from beef? What to know about H5N1 cattle outbreaks
Confirmation that a dangerous form of bird flu is circulating among U.S. dairy cattle has raised questions among dairy producers…
Why this solar eclipse has meaning for the Haudenosaunee Confederacy
During next Monday’s solar eclipse, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy will celebrate the once in a lifetime event as the anniversary of…
Follow the crowds, avoid the clouds: I chase eclipses to witness nature’s awesome glory
This First Person column is written by Bob McDonald, host of CBC Radio’s Quirks & Quarks. On April 8, he…
#TheMoment an octopus squeezed a B.C. woman's leg
Catherine Dobrowolski was initially scared when an octopus latched onto her leg at Ogden’s Point in Victoria. Now they’ve developed…
It’s impossible to feel the full magic of an eclipse. That’s why I’m always chasing the next one
This First Person article is the experience of Alan Dyer, who lives in Strathmore, Alta. For more information about CBC’s…
These giant batteries store energy, but not as electricity
Hidden deep under a sprawling Toronto block of condo towers, offices, shops and six levels of underground parking is a…
Penticton’s beloved broken-winged goose mourned by human ‘flock’
A week has passed but Dave Choukalos still can’t bring himself to sweep the sand out of his truck — evidence…
What does an eclipse sound like? This device lets blind people hear the changing light
As It Happens6:39This device allows blind people to listen to the solar eclipse A solar eclipse is undeniably a sight…
Deaf academics say a lack of ASL interpreters specialized in STEM is holding them back
Read audio transcript Without the right interpreter, following along in a meeting or at an event can be a “puzzle”…
Major earthquake strikes off of Taiwan’s coast, killing at least 9 and injuring hundreds
The strongest earthquake in a quarter-century rocked Taiwan during the morning rush hour Wednesday, killing nine people, stranding dozens of…
‘We are losing the Amazon rainforest’: Record number of wildfires in parts of Brazil
Fire is sucking the life out of parts of the Amazon rainforest. In Roraima State, in northern Brazil, the number…
This boxer is using science to track her brain health, and helping researchers better understand head impacts
Claire Hafner’s chin is tucked in protectively behind her gloves. Just above them, her eyes are laser-focused, looking for an…
P.E.I. river otters caught on camera as their population grows
River otters are making a comeback in at least one corner of Prince Edward Island, according to a recent journal…
‘CSI on the ocean’: Whale researchers comb B.C. waters for eDNA
It was just after 8 a.m. when Gary Sutton and his crew spotted the signature black dorsal fins cutting through the…
No, birds won’t fall out of the sky on April 8
As ominous as it may look, the total eclipse of the sun in early April will not cause a frenzy in…
All eyes are on the future of fresh water after a winter of record heat
Quirks and Quarks19:36Water, water, everywhere. But will we have enough to drink? After a winter that smashed heat records, researchers…
Citizen scientists discover a treasure trove of active asteroids
The citizen science program Active Asteroids is looking for volunteers from the public to sift through astronomical photographs of asteroids…
Scientists try to unravel the case of 1,300 mysteriously preserved human brains
6:39Scientists try to unravel the case of 1,300 mysteriously preserved human brains Oxford University’s Alexandra Morton-Hayward spends her days surrounded…