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Astronomers have identified a black hole system in the Milky Way whose jet is oriented toward Earth, a configuration so unusual it has been likened to a “microblazar.” The discovery offers a new way to study how black holes accelerate particles to extreme energies and may help explain one of the galaxy’s long-standing high-energy mysteries.
Astronomers say they have identified the Milky Way’s first known microblazar: a black hole system whose jet is aimed almost directly at Earth. The discovery, reported in recent astronomy coverage, offers a rare view of how compact black hole engines accelerate matter to extreme speeds and may help explain the origin of the galaxy’s highest-energy particles.
The World Health Organization said it "regrets" the United States' announcement that it intends to withdraw from the agency, warning that the move could weaken global efforts to prevent disease, respond to outbreaks and protect public health. WHO stressed that the U.S. has been a founding member since 1948 and has helped shape decades of work that has saved lives worldwide, including in the fight against smallpox and polio.
Heidi Overton, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Food and Drug Administration, faced pointed questioning over vaccines, birth control and vaping during her confirmation hearing. The exchange underscored how closely the agency's future could be tied to political loyalty as much as scientific judgment. Overton declined to say whether Trump can ever be wrong, a moment that sharpened concerns among lawmakers and public health observers about the independence of the nation's top drug regulator.
The Pentagon is showcasing more than 100 energy innovation exhibits, highlighting a broad push to make U.S. forces less dependent on vulnerable fuel lines and more capable of operating in contested environments. Among the projects on display are the Army's Tactical Microgrid Standard, the Navy's microwave-based space power concept and the Air Force's Modular Energy for Tactical Expeditionary Operations Resource system.
Heidi Overton, nominated to lead the FDA, faced intense scrutiny over her stances on vaccines, birth control, and vaping products. Her evasive responses have reignited debates about the influence of former President Trump on public health policy.
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