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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

This ecosystem shows what Earth was like billions of years ago

Hidden in one of the driest environments on the planet are lagoons teeming with life

Volcanic hotspot on Mars rewrites the Red Planet's geologic history

We thought Mars was geologically "dead" and we may be wrong.

Scientists find smallest-ever fanged frog species in Southeast Asia

It weighs about the same as a dime

Scientists simulate the runaway greenhouse process that could make Earth uninhabitable

If we let greenhouse gases run amok, we will end up paying the price.

Geologists say plastic rocks are now a thing

Plastic is now a geological phenomenon.

The catastrophic Chicxulub impact that wiped out the dinosaurs created a 15-year winter

Fine silicate dust contributed to a prolonged "impact winter".

British Museum will get $63 million from big oil

Campaigners call it “out of touch” and “completely indefensible”

Dog attacks on humans are increasing in some countries, but science says banning breeds doesn't work

It's nurture more than nature.

Webb Telescope captures Uranus' rings and moons in festive mood right on time for Christmas

No, its not a wormhole; it's Uranus.

The surprising reason why alien hunters had a 20-minute 'conversation' with a humpback whale

This must be one of the most unique research we've seen in a long time.

NASA uses laser to stream first video in deep space -- and of course it's a cat vid

NASA knows what's up.

Four in five drivers admit to aggressive road rage. Here's how to keep calm

Aggressive driving is risky driving. Here's what you can try instead.

Reindeer have a secret superpower that helps them find food the dark Arctic winter

No, it’s not Rudolph’s radiant red nose.

Some stars may have small black holes at their core — and we should be able to find them

Do some stars swallow black holes completely?

Mesopotamian bricks help scientists map Earth's magnetic field changes

New tool could help scientists better date artefacts that they previously couldn’t.

Suicidal thoughts and depression show up in blood markers. This is big for mental health care

This could open up new avenues for treating depression and other conditions.

Humans, not climate, drove large mammal populations to decline 50,000 years ago

Study looks into the DNA of almost 140 species of large mammals

Text-to-image AIs can be easily jailbroken to generate harmful media

Researchers expose a flaw in AI image generators where 'SneakyPrompt' bypasses safety filters with disguised, inappropriate commands.

The top 7 dinosaur discoveries of 2023

From the longest neck to how they ate, let's take a look at this year's dino discoveries.

Neanderthal DNA might explain why you like to wake up early in the morning

Study finds genetic variants carried by ancient humans are shared by people who like to get up early

Is this the future of fashion? Your next outfit could power itself with solar energy

Too hot outside? Don't worry, your clothes can take care of that for you.

All dogs are good, but just a few are geniuses. Here's what sets them apart

These "genius" dogs take fetch to a whole new level.

From hallucinations to discovery: For the first time a large language model finds new solutions to math problems

DeepMind's FunSearch revolutionizes AI, mastering complex challenges like the Cap Set Problem and ushering in a new age of machine-led scientific breakthroughs."

Solar storms could cause train accidents — although the risk is "very small"

Study finds space weather could flip a train signal in either direction.

Major climate conference ends with a promise. But will the countries actually deliver?

COP28 climate summit ended with open questions for the future of the planet

This English town still celebrates a Roman god for Christmas

Chester isn't celebrating Christmas — it's celebrating Saturnalia, the Roman pre-Christian celebration.

Darker humor could predict your risk of depression

It's all "haha" until it's not.

These Amateur archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a long-lost Tudor palace

They began looking for it in 2018 and will continue working next year.

Is cannabis addiction genetic? Scientists identify genes associated with cannabis use disorder

Scientists identify potential genetic factors that could play into CanUD

An "unpromising" Roman site may just force us to rethink history

The decline of the Roman empire might have been different than we thought.

NASA just mapped all the planet's surface minerals in arid regions

The scale of this project is truly spectacular.

Scientists build 'hybrid computer' by combining lab-grown human brain tissue with electronics

It's an amazing proof of concept, possibly of things to come.

What does lab-grown coffee taste like?

Scientists bring lab-grown coffee closer to your cup.

Free-ranging domestic cats are wreaking havoc on wild species

Domestic cats when allowed to roam outside kills hundreds of wild animals that are already at risk of extinction.

A UV food sanitizer promises to lower the burden of foodborne illnesses

A portable ultraviolet lamp can save us from the many diseases spread by two dangerous foodborne bacteria.

Scientists unravel mystery of 'mesospheric ghosts' in the atmosphere

A new study is finally shedding light on an enigmatic atmospheric phenomenon known as “mesospheric ghosts” or “sprites”. These transient luminous events, akin to lightning yet dwelling far above the usual storm clouds, have long intrigued scientists and skywatchers alike. The research, spearheaded by María Passas-Varo and her team, employs advanced spectroscopy to analyze these […]

Astronauts lost the first tomato grown in space. Now, they found it (after 8 months)

The return of the prodigal tomato.

Scientists quantum entangle individual molecules for the first time

A new type of quantum computing technology is now on the horizon.

Eating "comfort" fatty foods during stressful periods can actually make stress worse

Put that tub of icecream down.

The Great Wall of China is coated in a living substance that shields it from harm

Researchers discover the protective role of biocrusts in preserving the Great Wall of China against natural erosion.

Does drinking Coca-Cola clear food stuck in your throat? This trick is useless, says new study

A recent study says Cola won't dislodge food stuck in your throat -- but it won't hurt you more either.

Scientists keep away recurring nightmares using sounds that trigger happy dreams

An innovative therapy puts a positive spin on chronic nightmares using sound cues.

Scientist disguised as a panhandler earns twice as much money by wearing a suit (vs T-shirt and jeans)

Don't judge a book by its cover. Unless that cover is a sleek suit.

More grass, less asphalt. The best recipe for trees to provide ecosystem services

Study looks into how trees could provide the most benefits in our urban spaces.

The Lunar Anthropocene — a New Geological Era on the Moon?

It's time to start looking at space exploration with a different lens.

This study shows why you should probably wear an eye mask when sleeping

If you care about your cognitive ability, you may want to consider this.

These people figured out how to talk to birds. The birds now adapt to different dialects

It's a unique relationship that can teach us a lot about human-animal communication.

New app from Microsoft narrates the world for blind and low vision people

It was already available on iOS and it’s now also on Android.

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