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Did your rent just surge? Blame this price-fixing AI landlord costing Americans $3.6 billion annually

AI is changing the housing market and renters are paying the price.

Melting Antarctic Ice Could Awaken 100 Hidden Volcanoes

As ice recedes, hidden volcanoes under Antarctica awaken, reshaping predictions for climate change.

This Hornet Can Drink 80% Alcohol Without Ever Getting Drunk and Scientists Finally Know Why

Oriental hornets never get intoxicated with alcohol no matter how strong the alcohol or how long they drink.

200 Jurassic-era dinosaur footprints unearthed on UK’s largest dinosaur highway

Thanks to a storm, these dinosaur footprints managed to remain preserved for 166 million years.

The Soviets sent most of its intellectuals to remote gulags. Decades later, those areas became more prosperous

A new study reveals that regions near Soviet GULAG camps are more prosperous today, thanks to the unintended legacy of intellectual capital of educated prisoners

Strange Painted Penis Bone Found in England Reveals Rituals From Roman Britain

An enigmatic artifact suggests ancient rituals tied to fertility and agricultural cycles.

Not armed, but dangerous: New Armless dinosaur species unearthed in Argentina

This dino was not armed, but still very dangerous!

Tiny Surfers: How Bats Use Warm Air Waves for Epic Migrations

The discovery that bats synchronize their migrations with storm fronts provides critical insights into their survival strategies.

Does taking part in Veganuary put people off meat in the long term? Here’s what the evidence shows

With millions participating annually, Veganuary is more than just a trend—it’s transforming attitudes towards meat.

Chimp Choose Their Stone Tools Like Our Human Ancestors From 2.5 Million Years Ago

Wild chimpanzees' tool selection reveals surprising parallels with ancient hominins.

What are the effects of Dry January? Better sleep, more energy and feeling in control

Can a month without alcohol really change your life? Dry January participants report a wealth of benefits.

Yellowstone is unlikely to erupt soon. But we should still keep an eye on it

A Yellowstone eruption is the stuff of apocalyptic nightmares, but there's good news: a new study shows its magma is locked in a crystalline 'mush', not ready to blow.

Toxic-Free Method Extracts 99.99% of Gold from Electronic Waste

What if your discarded electronics could not only recover gold but also help combat climate change by transforming CO2 into useful materials?

Why Paris Is Leaving Cars Behind for Bikes

Paris has reinvented itself as a cyclist’s paradise, moving from car-dominated streets to a city crisscrossed by bike lanes.

Pluto and its Moon Charon Formed Through a Cosmic "Kiss and Capture"

Until now, the thinking was that Pluto and Charon formed like Earth and our Moon. New research has flipped that script.

Ancient Rome's lead air pollution may have dropped average IQ by up to 3 points

Ancient Rome’s relentless lead pollution may have dimmed the intellect of its citizens, leaving a toxic legacy that survives in today's Greenland ice sheet.

Scientists uncover mystery volcano whose eruption plunged Earth into global cooling 200 years ago

In the 19th-century, one volcanic eruption cooled Earth's climate. Now, we know what happened.

Can AI help us create a universal flu vaccine? These researchers believe so

A universal flu vaccine would be a game changer. Could artificial intelligence help us defeat influenza once and for all?

Scientists find two peaks of aging: At 44 and 60

Researchers uncover molecular turning points that shape health in midlife and beyond.

Twins were the norm for our ancient primate ancestors. Why did we stop?

Twins are pretty rare, accounting for just 3% of births in the US these days. But new research shows that for primates 60 million years ago, giving birth to twins was the norm.

Archaeologists discover 2000-year-old 'Great Wall of Siberia'

The wall measured eight meters tall and ten meters wide.

Scientists Uncover the Ideal Physique for Keeping a Hula Hoop Spinning

The science of hula hooping offers insights into energy, robotics, and human movement.

Huge Study Links Ayahuasca to Mental Health Benefits—But It’s Not for Everyone

Naturalistic use of this Amazonian brew shows potential mental health benefits, but with risks.

Women Didn’t Live Longer Than Men in Medieval Times. Here's Why

Bones tell the story of gender and survival in Medieval London.

This hidden mineral is crumbling thousands of home foundations across New England. “It’s like your house was diagnosed with cancer”

Pyrrhotite causes cracks in concrete. But research on how widespread the issue might be has only scratched the surface.

Roman-Era Britons Had Scandinavian DNA Long Before Viking Raids

Centuries before the Vikings, Scandinavian roots intertwined with Britain's ancient history.

Loneliness makes you more prone to disease. Interacting with friends and family can help

Social isolation and loneliness are more than personal struggles—they're global public health crises.

Why Winter Smells So Fresh: The Science Behind the Seasonal Aroma

Ever noticed how winter air smells so uniquely crisp and fresh? It’s not just your imagination.

What Turkey’s Cats Teach Us About Human-Animal Relationships

On a visit to feline-friendly Turkey, an anthropologist considers what long-standing practices of caring for cats reveal about human societies.

Scientists Achieve Quantum Teleportation Using Existing Internet Cables

Researchers demonstrate quantum teleportation over internet traffic, paving the way for secure applications.

9 in 10 new cars sold in Norway in 2024 were electric

Norway’s bold policies and long-term vision have turned it into a global leader in electric vehicle adoption.

This Radar System Can Detect Hidden Moisture in Your Walls

Mold is one of the most significant challenges for homeowners, and once it takes hold, it can be incredibly difficult to eliminate. Preventing mold is the best approach, and the cornerstone of mold prevention is managing humidity. Now, researchers from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a method using microwave radar to monitor the […]

The surprising link between your pupils and how your brain stores memories at night

In the stillness of sleep, tiny pupil shifts in mice uncover a remarkable secret: the brain’s delicate act of preserving memories while forging new ones.

Japan is using AI to combat anime and manga piracy

Japan’s anime industry is a multibillion-dollar cultural powerhouse, but piracy poses a massive challenge.

Underwater volcano off Oregon coast on the verge of eruption in 2025

Scientists anticipate the submarine volcano will erupt before the end of 2025.

Marine protection efforts in 2024 were still a drop in the ocean

In 2022, the world agreed at a U.N. biodiversity summit to protect 30% of Earth’s land and water by 2030. While protected areas already account for almost 15% of the planet’s land, protection for the world’s oceans is lagging far behind, at just over 8%. In 2024, several new marine protected areas (MPAs) helped nudge […]

Earth Might Have Had a Ring System Like Saturn Millions of Years Ago

The ring might have acted like a giant sunshade, causing a cooling effect that might have unleashed an ice age.

America's oldest tombstone journeyed across the Atlantic and honored a knight

An old tombstone from Jamestown made a full transatlantic journey — according to its fossils.

Local governments are using AI without clear rules or policies, and the public has no idea

In 2017, the city of Rotterdam in the Netherlands deployed an artificial intelligence (AI) system to determine how likely welfare recipients were to commit fraud. After analysing the data, the system developed biases: it flagged as “high risk” people who identified as female, young, with kids, and of low proficiency in the Dutch language. The […]

Godfather of AI says there's a 10-20% chance AI wipes out humanity in 30 years

AI could bring an industrial revolution-level change, but at what cost?

Crafty magpies use anti-bird spikes to build their nests

It doesn’t get any crazier than this, the researchers said

Ancient Egyptians Might Have Used Water-Powered Hydraulics to Build First Grand Pyramid

Ancient Egyptians might have used hydraulic systems in pyramid construction.

The pair of jeans that sent the chess world in turmoil

Magnus Carlsen wore jeans to a chess tournament. Now the entire sport is boiling over.

Ants outperform humans at group puzzle-solving activity

Ants may have tiny brains, but when it comes to teamwork, they pack a mighty punch.

Does IQ Really Measure Your Intelligence?

Intelligence Quotient (IQ) tests have long been the standard for measuring human intelligence. Developed in the early 20th century, these assessments evaluate cognitive abilities through tasks that test logic, reasoning, and problem-solving skills. A high IQ score is often equated with superior intellect, academic prowess, and professional success. But does this number truly encapsulate the […]

Geneticists have finally solved the mystery of Garfield’s orange coat

Two new studies have revealed why some cats are orange – an enduring enigma of genetics, until now.

The 12 Smartest Dinosaurs: The Top Brainy Beasts of the Mesozoic

A rundown of some of the most interesting high-IQ dinos.

What did Roman wine taste like? It was 'spicy' and had an orange color

The secrets of ancient Roman wine are being uncorked by modern science.

The Science Behind Why Labradors Are Always Hungry

Labrador owners can finally stop feeling guilty for overfeeding.

Cosmic fireworks: zombie star explodes, creating massive filament structures

This incredible image captures the ghost of a supernova 100 light-years across.

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