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Very high doses of vitamin D could protect against common heart problem

Studies found conflicting results. Now, a new trial says vitamin Dcould be helpful against attrial fibrilation.

Beyond the hype: How many asteroids whoosh by Earth?

From "city killers" to "truck sized," asteroids come in a lot of sizes. But how often do the dangerous ones come close to our planet?

Can we screen the world? How smartphones and watches are revolutionizing global health (and just getting started)

The new frontier of personalized medicine is upon us.

This new AI generates anime portraits from hand sketches -- and it's pretty awesome

For anime lovers and anime creators, things just got a whole lot easier.

Satellite surge: how radio astronomy is trying to see beyond the crowded skies

Satellites are posing serious concerns for radio astronomers.

Is Megalodon alive? How we know the biggest shark is extinct

Megalodon is big, bad, and extinct.

Amateur astronomers wanted: Help researchers classify Gaia's stellar data

Ever wanted to be an astronomer? Here's how you can do it in only a few minutes.

12 Facts About the Moon -- Decoding the Mysteries of our Lunar Companion

These moon facts will make you see our mesmerizing satellite in a different way.

12 myths about your gut bacteria, explained by scientists

The human microbiome is fascinating and it's important that we understand it.

Dramatically efficient cure for blood cancer: 90% of patients respond to innovative technique

T-cells do more than help you against infections. They can also fight cancer.

Digging the stars: Galactic archaeology is a key to the universe's past

Unearthing cosmic history, one star at a time in the field of galactic archaeology.

The beautiful octopus chromolithography of Jean Baptiste Vérany

It was groundbreaking work.

This microwave defense system zaps drones from the sky

Drones have already become an important part of warfare. THOR wants to handle that.

White Dwarf Stars: The Tiny Giants Revealing the Universe's Secrets

From degeneracy to galactic archaeology, white dwarfs are helping scientists make sense of some of the universe's burning mysteries.

New study shows how extreme fish survive with antifreeze in their blood

These are extraordinary fishes.

Scientists crack the code of ancient, mysterious Asian script

Archaeologists are opening a new window into the past.

The dawn of quantum supercomputers? Microsoft says it's less than a decade away

Not exactly 'coming soon to a store near you' but still pretty damned exciting.

Click chemistry: building molecules like LEGO blocks

Exploring click chemistry: its principles, techniques, and groundbreaking applications.

What are the most addictive foods, according to science

Delve into the world of addictive foods and uncover the truth behind our cravings.

Salt in the water: Uruguay's extreme drought is an alarm bell for the world

The drought in Uruguay is a good example of what we can expect with climate heating.

How students who are behind in primary school can catch up by high school

New research contradicts long-standing educational dogma.

The Dutch Stonehenge: ancient site in the Netherlands reveals its secrets

This type of sanctuary may have been more common than we thought.

Nobel Laureate shares his ten tips for a life in science

These are the lessons of Nobel Laureate Harold Varmus.

What did James Webb discover? A year in space with an amazing telescope

Exactly one year ago, the JWST mission published its first official images. Here's what else it discovered.

CAR T-cell Therapy: Researchers teach our bodies how to defeat cancer

Researchers are finding ways to teach the body to recognize and destroy cancer.

James Webb Space Telescope celebrates one year with stunning image

...and what a year it's been!

Robot conductor makes stellar debut in South Korea

Orchestras are not just for humans anymore.

Directed evolution: Tailoring proteins, enzymes, and life

How scientists harness evolution to create custom molecules.

CRISPR rice can withstand devastating fungal disease

"Genetic scissors" can bring food security for millions of people.

Decision biases don't explain why the poor are poor and the rich are rich

The study debunks the idea that economic success is solely due to better decision-making

The first drug that regrows teeth is about to enter clinical trials

It's a game changer for dentistry.

We're all wolf whisperers? Turns out, wolves can also distinguish human voices

Who's a good wolfie?

The data-first approach: How AI promises to revolutionze healthcare

Data and AI are increasingly playing a role in healthcare. But we're still not very efficient with our approaches.

Stunning Roman mausoleum uncovered in central London

London has plenty of attractions. Now, you can add another one to the list.

Convergent boundaries: the tectonic forces that shape the Earth

Exploring the phenomena of convergent tectonic boundaries in Earth's geology

We've pumped so much groundwater we've literally shifted the Earth's axis

Humans have changed the planet in some pretty shocking ways.

Heat vision: "Thermometer in the sky" satellite can revolutionize building efficiency from Space

The thermometer in the sky could help us make buildings more efficient -- saving money and fighting climate change.

Frozen moon Enceladus has key ingredient for life in its subsurface ocean

You wouldn't think a moon as frozen as Enceladus could have the ingredients for hosting life -- and yet.

Satellite captures how San Andreas plate is moving

The two tectonic plates in San Andreas are gliding past each other. Now, we can see them from high in the sky.

Some 3,000 years ago, ancient Egyptians were doing hydraulic engineering around the Nile

Ancient engineers had their work cut out for themselves.

After a pandemic break, US student loan payments are set to resume

The student forgiveness respite is closing down.

The Dhole: unveiling the Indian Wild Dog

Meet the dhole, an unsung predator in India's wilderness.

Weight-loss treatment for kids works best when it's family focused

We're still learning how to deal with obesity.

A third of UK adults believe a wide array of conspiracy theories

From "15-minute cities" to the "great replacement", concerningly large parts of the population believe in conspiracy theories.

Underwater communication cables could double as seismic monitors -- which in turn could protect cables

It's an unexpected marriage of technologies.

The adorable fennec fox: Meet Sahara's smallest predator

The fennec fox is one of the most extraordinary mammals in the world.

The Indian Bullfrog: a colorful sight in the wetlands

Discover the fascinating life and environmental impact of the Indian bullfrog.

Divergent boundaries: the tectonic forces that split the earth

Discover the energetic process reshaping our planet through divergent boundaries

Plate tectonics: We figured out how to build an atomic bomb before we realized how mountains form

We only figured out how our planet's geology works a few decades ago -- and we may still have not figured it entirely.

When octopuses get cold, they rewire their brains and hijack their RNA

This is a seriously impressive biological ability.

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