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High-risk, low-reward: huge cryptocurrency study shows high-risk cryptos generally underperform

High risk crypto doesn't match the reward.

This coastal ecosystem was degraded and damaged. Then, the otters came in

Otters remarkably managed to fix this ecosystem — even down to its geology.

British military successfully tests laser weapon that zaps drones mid-air

Laser weapons are no longer limited to movies and cartoons.

The last ingredient to make green roofs truly great: fungi

It's not just about the plants you grow — it's also about the soil.

Your next salad could be grown just for you: custom-grown, soilless greens are coming

Personalized medicine is finally becoming a reality — starting with the food we eat.

Cheap medicines for migraine work just as well as expensive ones — if not better

A Norwegian study reveals significant findings in migraine treatment effectiveness and patient retention.

If a nuclear war happened, seaweed could save the last survivors

Seaweed is rich in nutrients and if everything turns south -- it's something we should consider.

Spiral galaxies like you've never seen them before: a James Webb flurry of images

When the JWST was launched, we were promised amazing photos. Well, we got amazing photos.

Where our salt comes from -- a dive into the spectacular and harsh world of salt extraction

Salt is a rock that humans have used for millennia. It can be extracted in several ways and used in several ways. Here's how.

Plastic bans work. Billions of plastic bags were avoided in the US alone

Even though the US has no national ban on plastic bags, smaller-level bans have made a sizeable difference.

Australian television mistakenly used AI to doctor the body and clothes of politician

You know all those times we were warned about AI-manipulated images? Well... they're here.

Radar measurements on Mars show signs of ancient delta and water

Liquid water on ancient Mars seems to be essentially confirmed now.

Tiny ants are sending ripples through African ecosystems, changing how lions hunt

The tiny ant is more powerful than you'd think.

Ancient Egyptians Had Alien Jewelry Older Than the Pyramids

These iron objects in ancient Egypt date to 2-3 millennia BC. But the earliest evidence of smelting appeared much later, so what gives?

NASA invented wheels that never get punctured — and you can now buy them

Would you use this type of tire?

The unique skeleton of Stingrays: A striking X-ray perspective

Did you know what the stingray skeleton looks like?

Volcanoes on other planets -- Venus' Maat Mons, Earth's Karymsky, Mars' Olympus Mons, Io, and Enceladus

Ever wondered what volcanoes on other worlds look like? Well, look no further! Volcanoes have always captivated humanity, but their allure extends far beyond Earth. In fact, other words have volcanoes as imposing as Earth’s — or even more so. From planets like Venus and Mars to the surprising eruptions on moons like Io and […]

The European Union pushed Apple to ditch its charging port and embrace USB-C. Experts say that's a win for consumers

This is good news for us and the planet.

Insects can thrive amidst solar panels — just give them some native plants

Solar panels don't need to be an environmental desert. They can be tailored to accommodate wildlife.

Young kids do better in school if their dads spend time with them

Dads, you have an important job.

The Indian tectonic plate may split up Tibet — eventually

These things happen in geological time, not over night.

Ocean world or lava world? Either way, this planet has no "strong signs of life"

Ocean world or lava world? We're not certain yet.

How igneous rocks form

Igneous rocks, born from the fiery heart of our planet, crystallize from molten magma.

How sedimentary rocks form

Sedimentary rocks are formed through a fascinating process where layers of material are compacted and cemented over millions of years.

How metamorphic rocks form

Metamorphism is an extremely important geological process.

What's the difference between weathering and erosion?

Exploring the slow yet relentless forces that sculpt our planet.

This planet is half lava and it's the most metal thing

When you look at a lot of planets, you're bound to find some unusual ones — but this one is something else.

This mammoth overlapped with the earliest human settlers of Alaska. Its tusk tells an important story

Elma was a healthy mammoth, but that didn't help her much when the hunters targeted her.

Huge, ancient network of lost cities in the Amazon discovered with laser surveys

Lidar surveys revealed an extensive system of settlements and road networks deep in the Amazon.

Artificial Intelligence algorithm shows our tongues really are unique

No two tongues are alike and are distinctive enough to partly predict age and gender.

The pristine Blue river in Greenland actually highlights intensifying climate heating

In the remote, icy expanse of northern Greenland, the onset of spring transforms the landscape into a surreal scene. Meltwater channels, born from rising temperatures, carve through the ice, creating striking, pure blue streams and lakes. These natural phenomena are both mesmerizing and alarming, highlighting the impacts of climate change. Expeditions, like Greenpeace’s in 2009, […]

Picture(s) of the day: Frozen soap bubbles

As it turns out, the humble soap bubble is a brilliant example of physics in action -- particularly when it's frozen.

Hydroxychloroquine killed over 17,000 people during the COVID-19 pandemic

The Trump-recommended "cure" turned out to be a big problem -- and killed a lot of people.

Declassified spy satellites discovered hundreds of unknown Roman forts

They spied all the way to antiquity.

Digital Resistance: Ukraine’s social media language shows less Russian and More Ukrainian since invasion started

The study offers a strong example of a national identity manifested online.

The coolest rocks in geology

How many of these do you know?

6 Ways the Universe Changed in 2023 (Like Every Year): from Moon Drifts to Sun's Mass Loss

A lot happened in our universe in the past year.

Immense, Ancient Oasis Fortification Discovered in Arabian Desert

It's unclear who built this structure, and why exactly it was so big.

Tidy Welsh Mouse caught on tape cleaning man's shed every night

Mice are curious creatures, and we might have underestimated their curiosity.

The oldest fortress in the world may force us to rethink agriculture

Cities and agriculture go hand in hand— or so we thought.

Scandinavia's oldest ship burial may rewrite Viking history

This large ship actually precedes the Age of the Vikings possibly setting back the timeline.

This was the year when image-creating AIs got crazy good

About one year ago, groundbreaking image-generation AI hit the stage — and they hit it in style. AI image creators, once a novel technology, have evolved into sophisticated tools and they’re already making an impact on the world. “Even for laypeople not blessed with artistic talent and without special computing know-how and computer hardware, the […]

What are the most common types of rocks?

An overview of the most common rocks found on our planet.

Decarbonizing UK's industry would only make things 1% more expensive

Who said sustainability has to be expensive?

Metamorphic rocks: formation, types, examples

Turning one rock into another with the power of geology.

Extraterrestrial rocks -- the geology of our solar system

The different types of rocks found in our solar system besides Earth.

Your VPN is ruining your internet speed. Here's how to fix it

Don't let your VPN drag you down.

Fireworks on New Year's Eve send birds flying in chaos

Fireworks are even worse for birds than we thought.

Meet Dunkleosteus, the prehistoric predator that ruled the seas 358 million years ago

Dunkleosteus looked like a brute, and it probably was one. It thrived during the Devonian Period (also known as the “Age of Fishes”), millions of years before the first dinosaur. This fearsome fish weighing over a ton was among the largest and most formidable animals of its time, earning its place as one of Earth’s […]

A meat tax can be environmentally friendly without affecting the poor

Exploring the balance between environmental goals and social fairness in European meat taxation.

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