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What beatboxing orangutans can teach us about the evolution of speech

These talented primates have a unique vocal ability that sheds light on human speech evolution.

Scientists figured out a way to recycle clothes — without needing to burn them

The technology separates fibers in the clothes, allowing them to be used again.

Cracking the hit-song code: neuroforecasting identifies hit songs with 97% accuracy

New research shows how machine learning taps into brain responses to accurately predict hit songs with near-perfect accuracy.

Cheap Robo-chef autonomously cooks a three-course Asian menu, cleans up after itself

The autonomous robot is remarkably dexterous around the kitchen.

Huge, ancient network of lost cities in the Amazon discovered with laser surveys

Lidar surveys revealed an extensive system of settlements and road networks deep in the Amazon.

2023 was the hottest year on record — by a huge margin

Since June, every month has been the world's hottest on record.

Beaches and dunes are under assault — and our cities are the culprits

Researchers call for further protection by designating natural reserves

Artificial Intelligence algorithm shows our tongues really are unique

No two tongues are alike and are distinctive enough to partly predict age and gender.

New Tyrannosaurus could have been T. rex's ancestor

This exciting find was discovered among fossils previously labelled as T. rex.

Your fingerprints are not unique, new AI finds

An AI program reveals a shocking secret about human fingerprints that even forensic scientists found shocking.

We're all drinking plastic. Shocking study finds a single bottle of water contains over 240,000 plastic fragments

Water bottles are filled with thousands of tiny plastic particles.

Why sharks are still dying in record numbers despite global regulations meant to save them

Shark have outlived dinosaurs but they're now struggling due to overfishing.

Innovative pill-on-a-thread offers new hope in the fight against esophageal cancer

Researchers believe it could have deaths by this cancer every year

The world added 50% more renewable capacity in 2023 than in 2022

Report finds renewables are expanding faster than ever, but challenges remain

Hydroxychloroquine killed over 17,000 people during the COVID-19 pandemic

The Trump-recommended "cure" turned out to be a big problem -- and killed a lot of people.

Declassified spy satellites discovered hundreds of unknown Roman forts

They spied all the way to antiquity.

World's largest bacterium is the size of a fly

It's so large you can see it with the naked eye.

The chicken whisperers? Humans can surprisingly decipher chicken emotions from their clucks

Even people with no prior experience with chickens could correctly identify what these feathered creatures felt.

Inhalable nanosensors could offer a new (and cheaper) way to diagnose tumors

MIT researchers develop new technology that could be ground-breaking

New hydrogel system could help us clean micropollutants from water quickly and sustainably

While still in early stages, the researchers are working to make it commercially available

"Diamond rain" on icy planets has unexpected connection to magnetic fields

Experiments with X-ray lasers simulate space conditions.

Hidden temple under parking lot redefines the Roman Empire's transition to Christianity

A newly discovered Roman temple in Italy reveals Constantine's reign shows a blend of Christianity and paganism.

Is it cheaper to own an EV instead of a gas vehicle? It depends on where you live

Researchers look at costs of owning a vehicle in 14 cities in the United States

A mother used her EV to power her son's dialysis machine amid storms and a blackout

Electric vehicles with bidirectional charging can be life-saving, especially in times of power cuts and natural disasters.

The structure of our families is about to change drastically over the next few decades

We need to account for these upcoming changes.

Life's Final Flash: First-ever recorded brain activity at death reveals insight into life's last moments

The study could finally explain, at least partly, mysterious near-death experiences some people have.

Surprising study reveals how just 10% more greenery can boost seniors' mental well-being

Nature is becoming the new healthcare trend.

Tidy Welsh Mouse caught on tape cleaning man's shed every night

Mice are curious creatures, and we might have underestimated their curiosity.

As fast as a snail? Snail species showcase top gear escape moves

It defends itself from its natural enemies and can also accelerate its movement

This wacky-looking fish is the deepest-dwelling fish ever found

The fish come from the ocean's deepest trenches.

Scientists boost plant disease resistance by engineering their microbiome

It could eventually lead to lower use of pesticides in agriculture

Does cannabis improve workouts? No. But it makes them more enjoyable

Cannabis enhances workout enjoyment but not performance, says new study.

For reindeer, ruminating is sort of like a deep sleep

This might help them to get enough sleep during their busy summer months

Why is cheddar so delicious? Science now has the answer — and it's all in the microbes

The nutty, creamy flavor of cheddar is due to a delicate balance of bacteria

Scientists finally explain why urine is yellow

A golden mystery has been finally solved with the discovery of a key enzyme.

Iceland will tunnel into a volcano to tap into virtually unlimited geothermal power

Iceland's Krafla Magma Testbed project aims to transform renewable energy by tapping into a volcano's magma chamber.

Transparent wood that's stronger than glass could make its way in smartphone screens

Stronger than plastic and tougher than glass, the resin-filled material is being exploited for smartphone screens, insulated windows and more

Ants as Pharmacists: These ants treat infected wounds with antibiotics

It’s a highly effective therapy, significantly reducing mortality rates

This weird physical trait makes liberals vote for Trump and republicans for Biden

New research reveals a surprising connection between pain sensitivity and political views.

Viking teeth show signs of complex medieval dentistry

Researchers examined teeth from Vikings living in Sweden 1,000 years ago

These 1.7-billion-year-old bacteria fossils could hold the secret to the evolution of photosynthesis

The microfossils in Australia contain the earliest evidence of photosynthesis-related structures.

Decarbonizing UK's industry would only make things 1% more expensive

Who said sustainability has to be expensive?

Moderna’s cancer vaccine shows strong test results and could be available by 2025

It’s mRNA-based, the same technology Moderna used for its Covid-19 vaccine.

Meet Dragon Firefighter: A robot that uses water to fly

The robot spews water from its body, resembling how dragons are depicted spouting fire from their mouths in movies and books.

This capsule prevents overeating by vibrating inside the stomach

When scientists tested this VIBES capsule on animals, it decreased their food intake by 40 percent and slowed their weight gain process.

Fireworks on New Year's Eve send birds flying in chaos

Fireworks are even worse for birds than we thought.

A meat tax can be environmentally friendly without affecting the poor

Exploring the balance between environmental goals and social fairness in European meat taxation.

Researchers believe they can predict megafloods by looking at more data

Floods are always a looming problem in some parts of the world. We may have the tools to predict them now.

Shifting to Healthier Eating Can Add a Decade to Your Life

We already know that food has a big impact on our lives — but this is something else.

It’s not all bad news. Here are seven climate breakthroughs from 2023

We now the situation is bleak, but there is still some good news to share

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