You can now browse thousands of medieval manuscripts thanks to Philadelphia libraries
A joint project involving 15 Philadelphia libraries digitized 160,000 pages dating from the 9th century. You can access them for...
Here’s how corrupt climate change deniers want to change your mind
We can accept climate change or not. It's happening either way. Image credits: NES. Back in the 1970s, both the...
It’s already happening: AI to replace civil jobs in Indonesia in 2020
The Indonesian President has instructed government agencies to start replacing public servants with artificial intelligence.
Airplanes are making the birds scream louder
Have you ever tried sending a mating call when there's a plane nearby? It's the worst.
Invasive species are looming threat to natural parks
As if mother nature didn't already have enough to deal with.
That make-up you’re using? It’s probably riddled with superbugs
Nine in ten make-up bags contained dangerous microbes. The newly popular ‘beauty blender’ products were worst offenders.
New MRI-guided ultrasound treatment can destroy prostate cancer
It's a way to effectively treat prostate cancer with minimal side effects.
Brush your teeth if you want to protect your heart, new study recommends
Brushing teeth frequently is linked with lower risks of atrial fibrillation and heart failure, a surprising new study shows.
Wild cows swept away by Hurricane Dorian found miles away on an island
The brave cows swam for miles after being swept away by Hurricane Dorian.
These researchers want to innovate dough-making — with physics
Classic science, budding its way into something that's been going on for millennia.
Ostrich eggshell beads reveal cultural evolution in Africa
Researchers show how cultural changes in Africa over the past 10,000 years can be tracked using the size of eggshell...
Microlattice pads could prevent numerous head injuries
No helmet is injury-proof -- but this could make quite a difference.
Mythological fake news: 3000-year-old Babylonian tablet that inspired biblical Noah is based on trickster god
The more things change, the more they stay the same: manipulation isn't a new concept, it's been around since the...
National dietary requirements can also be sustainable
The national dietary guidelines of Australia, Brazil, Ireland, Japan, Portugal, and Slovenia are sustainable.
Jupiter’s Red Spot might not be a goner after all
Give it up for the most resilient storm in our solar system.
Saving the bees: Small prairies around agricultural fields can help bees get through the winter
Late-blooming prairies can provide a much-needed respite to farm bees.
Koalas might not be functionally extinct — but they’re in huge trouble
It's unclear if the species really is functionally extinct -- but koalas have been in trouble for a long time.
All 435 illustrations from emblematic ‘Birds of America’ book now free for download
John James Audubon’s seminal 'Birds of America' book made history. Now, it is available for digital download.
Europe needs massive agriculture overhaul to protect wildlife, researchers urge
A letter signed by 2,500 scientists pleads for more sustainable agricultural practices. They call on policymakers “to act on the...
Here’s a better way to calculate dog years — backed by science
Let's face it, 1 for 7 years is not accurate.
