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Classical composer Ludwig van Beethoven was full of heavy metal

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

Meet the Inflatable Bike Helmet That Fits in Your Bag

Who's been waiting for a foldable helmet?

This startup is using dead leaves to make paper without cutting trees

The paper products emit nearly 80% less CO2 and use 15 less water than traditional paper.

Food Companies Intentionally Make Their Products Addictive -- And It's Making Us Sick

Foods with unnaturally high levels of sugar and salt keep Americans snacking their way to obesity.

Japan's Olympic athletes will wear outfits designed to block infrared — and the reason is disturbing

Voyeurism is the last thing we want at the Olympics, and Japan's team is taking it very seriously.

The fascinating sex lives of insects

Some of this is outright wild.

Why More Girls Are Experiencing Early Periods and Irregular Cycles Than Ever in the U.S.

Early and irregular periods shouldn't be ignored. They could be a warning signs of something bad in the future.

This ancient community in Switzerland might have been egalitarian

Perhaps we may learn a thing or two from these people.

Revolutionary acoustic technology can move and rotate objects using sound waves

The manipulation of objects using light and sound waves has just taken a significant leap forward.

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.

These incredible butterflies migrate over the Atlantic

These delicate yet resilient insects have been found to traverse an astonishing distance of over 4,200 kilometers from West Africa to the coast of South America.

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.

Jupiter's great red spot might not be the one discovered in the 17th century

Apparently, the Great Red Spot we're seeing now is "very likely" not the same one Cassini saw.

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.

The psychology behind our true crime obsession

True crime captivates us with its blend of curiosity, adrenaline, and justice, though it can also lead to anxiety and distorted perceptions.

ChatGPT discriminates against CVs that imply a disability

We're blindly using AI in more and more fields — but we don't really understand the consequences.

We may soon have a working HIV vaccine

This could be a turning point in our battle against the disease.

Sniffing women's tears significantly reduces male aggression

Tears may contain odorless social chemical signals that reduce testosterone and aggression in males.

Are Pets Really Good for Your Health? This Psychologist Isn't Convinced

Research suggesting that pet ownership improves health is largely funded by the pet care industry. Does that matter?

Psychedelics May Alleviate Death Anxiety by Shifting Beliefs

New study suggests psychedelics might reduce fear of death through altering metaphysical beliefs.

Neanderthal interbreeding might have made humans more prone to autism

Neanderthal genes from ancient interbreeding may increase our susceptibility to autism.

There are probably microplastics in your penis

No escape from microplastics.

Honeybees can smell lung cancer on your breath

Bees are so good they can not only detect lung cancer but also distinguish between different types.

'Lucy', our iconic 3.2-million-year-old ancestor, may have been hairless. What this means for the evolution of nudity and shame

The way Lucy has been depicted in newspapers, textbooks and museums shows how today’s cultural norms influence perceptions of the past.

Scientists make 'no-melt' ice cream that stays solid for hours at room temperature

Scientists found that adding natural-occurring antioxidants dramatically reduces ice cream melting and dripping.

Archaeologists find 29 bottles of 250-year-old cherries and berries in George Washington's cellar

Some of the first U.S. president’s fruit preserves are remarkably intact, and there’s a chance they could grow new trees.

Wild chimpanzees use medicinal plants to treat ailments

Their knowledge of specific plants with medicinal properties is stunning.

New LED Blue Lights Could Control Sleep Patterns With The Flick of Switch

Blue light from conventional LED lamps and displays can mess up your sleep patterns. These new lights aim to solve this.

This small robot is the 'jumpiest' ever created — it can jump over Big Ben

This type of robot could help us better explore the moon or Mars.

Beer could get new flavors from exotic yeasts in Patagonia

Lager beers are usually pretty limited. They may now get much more interesting.

Amazing 1,500-year-old Roman armor restored to former glory

It's the only surviving lorica squamata armor found thus far.

Archaeologists Discover 3,300-Year-Old Shipwreck with Hundreds of Clay Jars. It's The Oldest Deep-Sea Wreck

The stunning discovery off Israel's coast challenges previous understanding of ancient maritime navigation.

A painless microneedle patch reverses hair loss in mice. Can it work in humans?

A high-tech targeted treatment may reverse hair loss due to alopecia.

Parrots may have evolved to get high on aromatic plants, stinky ants and alcohol

Norfolk Island green parrots are self-medicating with pepper tree bark and leaves, to rid themselves of parasites. But is there more to it? Birds are known to indulge in alcohol and take stimulants.

Saturn's moon Titan has waves of methane crashing down on its coastline

It's one of the most Earth-like places in our solar system... except it's nothing like the Earth.

Meet Lokiceratops: The Dinosaur with the Wildest Horns Ever Discovered, Named After the Trickster Norse God

The new ceratopsian species had asymmetrical and scimitar-shaped horns.

The mysterious monoliths are back: another one just appeared in the Nevada desert

Have you ever seen such a monolith?

Astronomers witness real-time awakening of a massive black hole

Massive black holes are usually dormant and invisible. However, SDSS1335+0728 decided to wake up.

Can this futuristic fabric make climate heating more bearable?

We absolutely need this on those hot summer days.

The future of clothing: wear it and then dissolve it into gelatin

You can just make and destroy new clothes on and on and on without adding to pollution.

The wreck of Sir Ernest Shackleton's last ship discovered near Canada

The famous Antarctic explorer died onboard the ship in 1922. The Quest later sank in 1962 and was only found recently.

Firefighters in the Amazon are heroes. Scientists want you to see their story

They do a job that's crucial but often goes unnoticed. This short film puts them in the spotlight.

There are actually 6 types of depression and anxiety. Each should be treated differently

These insights promise tailored treatments for better psychiatric results.

Pentagon funds quantum laser to overcome battlefield challenges

This military-grade quantum laser would penetrate fog and travel longer distances.

Ancient 1,600-year-old papyrus is oldest record of Jesus Christ's childhood

The fragmented document reveals a story describing a miracle performed by a 5-year-old Jesus.

How to be more likeable, according to science: make more expressions

How much does your face move around when you talk to people?

Planned tallest building in the US receives approval for 'unlimited' height

The tallest skyscraper in the US won't be in New York or Chicago.

Scottish Merchant's Diary Sheds New Light on Battle of Waterloo's Horrors

Experience the Battle of Waterloo through the eyes of a Scottish merchant who witnessed the horror firsthand.

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