The LUX-ZEPLIN experiment in South Dakota recorded an unexplained flash of light in 2023, suggesting a potential dark matter particle interaction. While the statistical significance of 2.6-sigma indicates low odds of error, much more evidence is needed before confirming a dark matter discovery, which remains elusive despite ongoing research.

Major upgrade for the screenshot utility adds new editing and video enhancement capabilities. ($35 new, free update, 77.7 MB, macOS 13+)

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, set to launch into orbit, aims to explore dark energy and dark matter, potentially addressing the unresolved Hubble Tension. This discrepancy highlights conflicting measurements of the universe's expansion rate. Some scientists believe Roman may confirm flaws in the standard cosmological model, leading to new physics.

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Adds the ability to to take a layered screenshot of all your open windows from the Dock menu. ($29.99 new, free update, 36.9 MB, macOS 14+)

Reduces flickering and reloading of embedded content in the live preview window. ($59.95 new, free update, 23.8 MB, macOS 10.15.4+)

Brings improvements and bug fixes to the Swiss Army knife of graphics programs. ($39.95 new, free update, 251.8 MB, macOS 10.13+)

Maintenance release for the professional audio app. ($199.99 new or $129.99 annually with Apple Creator Studio subscription, free update, 3.22 GB, macOS 15.6+)

Two Rogue Amoeba audio apps add initial compatibility with macOS 27 Golden Gate. ($35 each new, free update, various sizes, macOS 14.4+)