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How two new strange infinities challenge mathematical order.
Most picture the night sky as an endless sea of twinkling stars. But if your eyes could see the universe in X-rays, you’d spot thousands upon thousands of bright points representing giant black holes feeding on gas and dust. A new multi-organizational study published in the Astrophysical Journal suggests we may have missed nearly half […]
Since the 1960s, US-born citizens are twice as likely to be incarcerated as immigrants.
We're not sure if robot pollinators are a hi-tech revolution or glimpse into dystopia, but either way, they're edging closer to reality.
Ice core analysis from Greenland reveals volcanic upheaval that coincides with the creation of mysterious "sunstones" in Denmark.
After decades of debate, the FDA has finally banned Red Dye No. 3, a synthetic food coloring linked to cancer in rats.
By integrating generative AI as a virtual tutor, Nigerian schools have achieved striking learning gains.
One of the most famous artworks of the ancient world reads almost like a map of the Roman Empire's power.
No word yet if 88 miles per hour is the magic number.
Chornobyl's abandoned dogs reveal surprising genetic resilience despite decades of radiation exposure.
Sometimes a tiny cluster of neurons is enough to change the course of evolution.
Researchers find a mathematical key to understanding how AI makes decisions.
A groundbreaking study of the Durotriges tribe in Iron Age Britain reveals that women played central roles in their society.
Old photos rewrite the story of an Egyptian dinosaur lost to World War II.
A groundbreaking survey in Nature Astronomy reveals a surprising consensus among scientists: the majority believe that alien life exists.
Advertising has a significant impact on smoking, and banning these ads can make a huge difference.
Scientists reveal the Sydney funnel-web spider is actually three distinct species, with Newcastle's "Big Boy" reigning supreme.
Every fall, a hillside in Oregon flashes a giant, yellow smiley face of trees.
Put the My Chemical Romance mixtape on. It's time.
Mars is a strange place and any humans born there are bound to look radically different over thousands or even hundreds of years of separation from Earth.
Scientists in Australia redefine quantum error correction using Schrödinger’s cat as a metaphor for resilience.
Is the future of hair regrowth hidden in 2-deoxy-D-ribose?
Tectonic forces add a new twist to the mystery of Rujm el-Hiri’s concentric circles.
China hopes to take the concept of space-sourced solar power from science fiction to reality.
Even in a world of absolute equals, small strokes of luck can shape survival and evolutionary success in nature.
Laser-stimulated fluorescence unveils intricate Chancay tattoos.
A French science historian dug deep into the true story of the Stanford prison experiment – revealing ‘guards’ were actually coached to be brutal. His findings are now available in English.
Someone's thrash is another one's treasure - this old saying has an entirely different meaning for an octopus.
ESA and JAXA's BepiColombo mission recently completed its last flyby of Mercury, revealing stunning details about the planet's volcanic plains and icy craters.
High-profile mass shootings inspire copycats years later, fueled by shared traits and media exposure.
The Earth's mantle isn't just a hot, dense layer of rock; it's a dynamic and diverse engine driving our planet's geology.
Could AI outsniff human experts? Researchers have developed machine learning models that decode whisky aromas with remarkable accuracy,.
Engraved over 20 millennia ago, it intertwines ritual, symbolism, and water management in a stunning display of prehistoric ingenuity.
Thin, disordered films of niobium phosphide conduct electricity better than copper, researchers found in a new study.
Seawater may be plentiful, but its salty drawbacks make it a last resort for battling flames.
Spiders have always lived alongside humans, so it’s surprising how much we still don’t know about them. One long-standing mystery was related to how spiders detect smells. Now, our latest research has finally uncovered the secret. In a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, we demonstrated that male spiders use olfactory […]
Scientists uncover a pulsating system that flushes out brain waste during non-REM sleep.
She was allergic to Brazil nuts, but it wasn’t any she ate that sent her to the hospital.
It seems that even exercise just on the weekend still has significant cognitive benefits.
Researchers have developed a voice-based AI tool that can detect Type 2 diabetes with surprising accuracy.
Surgeons removed the man's "breakdance bulge" and the patient is now okay.
Recently studied murals suggest a powerful female leader once ruled the Moche.
Researchers uncover new particle behaviors that break the two-type mold of quantum mechanics.
The viral video sparked ethical debates about the broader implications of AI weapons.
Researchers have long known about the formidable scale of the Dmanisis Gora fortress, but a recent study has unveiled its true magnitude. Using drone-based imagery and photogrammetry, a team of scientists has revealed that this 3,000-year-old structure in the Caucasus Mountains spans an astonishing 60 to 80 hectares. A cultural crossroads The South Caucasus is […]
The research group observed a galaxy nearly 6.5 billion light-years from Earth; when the universe was half its current age.
A small change in diets can make a big difference for your health.
AI is changing the housing market and renters are paying the price.
As ice recedes, hidden volcanoes under Antarctica awaken, reshaping predictions for climate change.
Oriental hornets never get intoxicated with alcohol no matter how strong the alcohol or how long they drink.
