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Scientists Discover Natural Sugar That Reverses Hair Loss Without Side Effects

It may be just as good as minoxidil minus the nasty side effects.

Scientists discover mysterious "dark oxygen" on ocean floor which could rewrite origin of life

Scientists discover oxygen production in the deep sea, challenging everything we know about ocean life.

China Builds World’s Largest All-Electric Container Ships

Some might call the impact just a drop in the ocean but you have to start somewhere.

Training to failure is good for building muscle but not for strength

You can grow more muscle training close to failure, but strength gains follow a different pattern.

Sneak Peek at Tempest: The Sixth Generation Fighter Jet

UK, Italy, and Japan unveil a new fighter jet concept expected to be operational by 2035 although funding concerns could derail this deadline.

Our brain doesn't perceive time as a clock. Instead, time flows with experiences, study finds

Researchers uncover the brain's unique way of tracking time through experiences.

The Existential Impact of Doomscrolling: What You Need to Know

Researchers reveal the existential dangers of doomscrolling.

New tech that converts urine to water could finally ditch astronaut diapers

New system promises to make spacewalks more comfortable.

This scientist took a large dose of psilocybin to see how psychedelics work on the brain

It was all for... science!

High-tech scans unveil the intricacies of 2,000-year-old Roman medical tools

CT scans reveal intricate design of Roman medical instruments used 2,000 years ago.

Siblings of Autistic Children Have a 1 in 5 Chance of Being Autistic Themselves

New study finds 20% chance of autism in siblings of autistic children, confirming earlier research.

Scientists are surprised by the real reason people blush

Researchers explore the connection between self-awareness and blushing.

NASA wants to send a swarm of bumblebee-like flying robots to explore Mars

Scientists are buzzing with excitement over this concept.

The Crumbling Runit Dome: The Hidden Nuclear Nightmare of the Marshall Islands

The Pacific is still facing nuclear blight nearly 70 years since the last test. Many see the Runit Dome as a ticking time bomb.

People tend to largely date and marry in their own "league", as far as beauty is concerned

New research shows that people accurately judge their own attractiveness and often partner with those who match their self-view.

Remembering Félicette: The first cat in space

Celebrating the memory of the world's first and only astrocat.

Surprising Study Reveals Life on Earth Began Just 400 Million Years After Formation

Research suggests that the universal ancestor of all life on Earth was similar to prokaryotes and had an immune system.

Ancient 1,300-year-old Chinese Tomb Reveals Vibrant Tang Dynasty Everyday Life

Intriguingly, one of the figures shown in the burial murals looks like a "Westerner".

'Night Owls' Outsmart 'Early Birds', Study Shows

Preference for evening activity is linked to higher cognitive performance, researchers find.

Two lion brothers make record-breaking swim across predator-infested waters

Jacob and Tibu bravely crossed waters filled with crocs and hippos in order to secure a mate.

Tiny fern has the world's largest genome. It contains 50 times more genetic information than humans

The New Caledonian fern's genome is 50 times larger than the human genome.

Japanese Scientists Pull Tiniest Cart and Ferris Wheel With Microscopic Workhorses

Researchers at the University of Tokyo harness algae cells to drive micromachines.

China is building twice more wind and solar than the rest of the world combined

China's push puts the global goal to triple renewable capacity by the end of 2030 "well within reach".

Man sneezes so hard his guts come out. Baffled doctors manage to save him

A man's violent sneeze caused his intestines to protrude through a surgical site, leading to an emergency operation.

Florida tree cactus is the first extinction victim of rising seas in the United States

The Key Largo tree cactus succumbs to climate change. More are surely to come, scientists warn.

Women are more likely to make derogatory comments about rivals with larger breasts

New research explores the role of breast size in female intrasexual competition.

Time ticks slightly faster on the Moon by 57 microseconds. Here's why this is a big deal

The success of the upcoming manned Artemis missions to the Moon hinge on perfect syncronization between time-keeping instruments.

Oddball icy exoplanet could be the best place to look for alien life

The data suggests the exoplanet's mass might be made of 10% to 20% liquid water.

Scientists turn white fat cells into calorie-burning fats that could transform weight loss

A key protein is responsible for converting cells that normally store fat into calorie-burning cells. This could be a new mechanism for weight-loss drugs.

This map shows what your city's climate will be like in 2080

New York City's climate will feel like today's northern Mississippi.

Scientists create infinitely complex mazes inspired by chess to tackle global challenges

Researchers leverage the Knight's moves from chess to create intricate mazes with potential industrial applications.

This is what the first dinosaur eggs probably looked like

New study shows early dinosaurs like laid leathery eggs, reshaping our understanding of prehistoric life and reproduction.

How the humble eyed needle allowed humans to invent fashion more than 40,000 years ago

A technological shift from bone awls to threaded needles may have paved the way for fashion (and also the first underwear).

Melodies in chart-topping music have become blatantly less complex

Researchers find modern chart-topping music has simpler melodies compared to past hits.

Why are some cats aggressive scratchers? Blame your ragged couch on stress

Cats always seem to have an itch. But when they go overboard, it's time to pay attention to your surroundings.

LEGO space bricks made out of meteorites could pave the way for moon bases

ESA partnered with LEGO to make 3D-printed 'space bricks' that inspire next-gen space engineers.

Hippos can run so fast that they're airborne for fractions of a second

You wouldn't believe it looking at their stubby frame.

Astronomers decypher 2,000-year-old ancient Greek computer with the help of gravitational waves science

The oldest computer in the world is revealing its secrets.

Florida Carpenter Ants Perform Life-Saving Amputations on Injured Nest Mates

The only medical system that rivals this behavior would be the human one, scientists say.

Ghosting isn't as cold-hearted as it seems, say psychologists — but people still hate it

Ghosting may be more complex than it appears.

How dinosaurs' extinction paved the way for grapes and wine

Researchers have discovered that the extinction of dinosaurs 66 million years ago allowed for the proliferation and diversification of grapevines, paving the way for the modern grapes used in today's winemaking.

China opens mega cross-sea passage with bridges, artificial islands, and underground tunnel

The crossing will connect China's most densly populated bay areas, home to over 86 million people.

Classical composer Ludwig van Beethoven was full of heavy metal

Scientists reveal lead toxicity was a key factor in Beethoven's health issues.

Scientists find a faster way to express pi by accident

It's a major breakthrough in both math and physics.

Ancient Egyptian scribes had deformed joints due to their 'office' jobs

The posture of scribes caused ergonomic hazards, new study finds.

Discovery of six-year-old Neanderthal child with Down syndrome rewrites history of human compassion

It's the oldest known case of Down syndrome.

Major Breakthrough in Perovskite Solar Cells Paves the Way for More Affordable Solar Power

This is big news for the future of solar energy.

Honking lemurs that always stay on beat hint at origin of music

These primates can sing on the beat. Even their calls are rhythmic, hinting at a potential origin story for music in humans.

Remote work is going through a shakedown. But is it wise for companies to force employees back to the office?

Companies are now mandating office returns, despite evidence that hybrid schedules maintain productivity and enhance employee satisfaction.

Stars at Milky Way's heart might be 'immortal', drawing energy from dark matter

Stars near the Milky Way's core may employ an exotic reaction involving dark matter to extended their lifetimes virtually indefinitely.

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