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Fluoride levels in drinking water at twice the recommended limit may impact children's IQ, says new report.
A sea cow's fossil offers a rare glimpse into Miocene-era predation
In 1977, a mysterious radio signal known as the "Wow! Signal" hinted at extraterrestrial contact — now, scientists may finally have an explanation.
Scientists may now finally have a way to prove gravitons — the force carriers of gravity — exist.
New research reveals early evidence of cocaine use in Europe, challenging historical assumptions.
What if a drug used to treat Alzheimer's could one day put humans into a state of suspended animation, extending the critical golden hour to save lives in medical emergencies?
It turns out mosquitoes have even more ways to hunt us down.
New Amazonian species has been crowned world's biggest snake.
It's the latest in a string of over 130 similar, mysterious artifacts found across Europe.
New process could generate up to 50 kg of water from one ton of lunar soil, supporting sustainable lunar bases.
Ancient footprints across the Atlantic Ocean offer clues to the dinosaur's last intercontinental journey.
The Great Red Spot we see today is not nearly as old as once thought -- and it might soon disappear.
Scientists discover a comb jelly that can reverse its aging process, challenging traditional views on aging.
This unbelievably large diamond barely fits in your palm.
New study reveals striking differences in how marital status impacts aging for men and women.
The new ClipIR-12 system merges thermal imaging with night vision in a compact, high-tech package.
The new microscope captures the fleeting motions of electrons with unprecedented precision, revealing the hidden dynamics of the subatomic world.
Ancient people likely planted them against the ground at an angle in a way that would impale a charging animal.
An ancient cheese, over millennia old, reveals early evidence of brucellosis.
New study suggests legal language complexity serves to signal authority, akin to "magic spells."
Beyond their entertainment values, these complex machines offer a unique insight into physics and human engineering.
You might think you see the world as it is—flat surfaces, straight lines, and true colors. But our minds are constantly playing tricks on us.
Eric Cline masterfully unpacks what followed after the collapse of Bronze Age civilizations, offering lessons for today.
New research reveals Stonehenge's iconic Altar Stone originated in Scotland.
Engineered dust could make Mars habitable for microbial life, a step towards terraforming.
Scientists are using mayonnaise to crack the code of nuclear fusion, bringing us closer to a future powered by clean, limitless energy.
Scholars have deciphered 4,000-year-old cuneiform tablets, revealing ancient beliefs linking lunar eclipses to ominous events.
Experienced astrologers fail to match people to their natal charts above random chance.
Researchers uncover record-breaking protein, shedding light on harmful algal blooms and potential new medicines.
New insights into Earth's mantle challenge our understanding of geology and life.
Ray Kurzweil envisions a future where our minds merge seamlessly with machines, unlocking a new era of intelligence and immortality —but at what cost?
The unexpected delay raises serious concerns about Boeing's Starliner capsule.
Anecdotal evidence from their caregivers suggests that cats exhibit grieving behavior over lost household companions.
A simple trick you can do at home can clean your water from the vast majority of microplastics.
English speakers may find Mandarin, Arabic, and Japanese up to four times harder to master than Spanish or French.
Study reveals that physical attractiveness in high school yearbook photos is linked to lifespan.
The coins were likely used to pay Greek and barbarian merceneries.
It's been 50 years since one of the most unethical studies in the history of science was exposed to the public.
There's no "ceiling" apparently to how much money can contribute to happiness.
Step aside dopamine, you're not the only one calling the shots.
Early Homo floresiensis was even smaller than previously thought and may have evolved from isolated Homo erectus populations.
Ancient DNA discovery could be game-changer for woolly mammoth de-extinction efforts.
People generally find mental exertion highly unpleasant — so props to those who still do it anyway.
Scientific evidence confirms the Scythians made artifacts from enemy skin, proving Herodotus' ancient tales true.
Reviving ancient flavors, scientists brew beer using yeast from 3,000-year-old pottery.
New research reveals why certain paper is more likely to cause cuts.
These amphibian ladies will resort to extreme tactics if that means avoiding pestering males.
The researchers have developed prototype watches and jewelry using the new super-black wood.
Many have welcomed the decision but radical change is always challenging.
Archaeologists don't know who wrote it but the rare find is a reminder that writing has always been a tool of convenience.
