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The solar eclipse will likely lead to a spike in fatal car crashes. And it's not because of the daytime darkness

During the last total eclipse in 2017, there were 31% more fatal car crashes than on a usual day.

Scientists brew the future with AI that 'tastes' Belgian beer to make it better

Belgian scientists use AI to predict and improve beer flavors.

This “onion” galaxy in the Hydra constellation tells tales of an ancient collision

The galaxy has several “layers” that astronomers have imaged using a phenomenon called gravitation lensing.

Prehistoric rock art and dinosaur tracks found only inches apart

Ancient art and dinosaur footprints in Brazil hint at early human fascination with prehistoric giants.

This AI can find billions of new antibiotics, even for superbugs that don't respond to treatments

Antibiotic discover is just one part of the rise of artificial intelligence in medicine.

Empathy is a trait that can be learned and "transmitted"

Watching others show empathy can grow on you.

Superspreaders: Humans pass twice as many viruses to animals as we catch from them

The findings challenge our understanding of zoonotic diseases and highlight our integral role in the ecosystem's viral exchange.

Is python meat a sssustainable alternative to industrial meat from farm animals?

Pythons can provide large volumes of high-protein meat, and with a lower carbon footprint. So, would you like to try some?

Thousand-year-old intact human brains baffle scientists. And there are thousands of them

This is no fluke. There are thousands of such brains well-preserved by natural processes.

This ancient sea monster is the oldest mega-predatory pliosaur

“Lorrainosaurus was one of the first truly huge pliosaurs."

Life-saving treatment for children worth $4.25 million is world's most expensive drug

Lenmeldy has changed the fate of dozens of children with a devastating genetic disease. But it comes at an outrageous price.

Bronze Age stilt village had "cozy" houses with insulation, honey venison, and even a recycling bin

"Britain's Pompeii" is revealing suprisingly sophisticated lifestyles.

The bizarre world of people who see 'demonic' faces

Scientists used computer-generated images to illustrate how a rare condition distorts people's faces.

Archaeologists unearth mass grave with 1,000 skeletons believed to be plague victims

This mass grave has skeletons of men, women, and children arranged as if these people were buried in a rush, but why?

Alarm is ringing: Do mobile phones really affect sperm quality?

A concerning new study suggests men should pay more attention to how they use their phones.

First successful pig liver transplant in human marks new era in medicine

The pig liver worked for ten days in the patient's body.

Rechargeable concrete batteries could make buildings double as energy storage

Scientists embed conductive fibers into cement-based mixtures to transform buildings into large-scale batteries.

Google's new flood AI can predict risk even where no data flows

AI can help us take a more proactive stance in disaster preparedness.

Human ancestors started mass migration out of Africa after nearly going extinct about one million years ago

Climate change propelled the migration of our ancestors out of Africa and into Eurasia.

Oldest Neolithic boats in the Mediterranean were remarkably advanced

Some 7,700 years ago, these people were using canoes to sail the Mediterranean.

Feel the burn: Texas heat index rises three times faster than temperatures

The real feel of summers is hotter than ever due to climate change.

Tattoo artist volunteers as guinea pig to solve mystery of world's oldest tattoos

New research suggests Ötzi's tattoos were made by hand-poking.

California's killer whales use ocean canyons for ingenious hunting tactics

Orcas around the world have proven themselves adept hunters, making them the apex sea predators.

AI ghostbots are digitally reviving the dead. But is this a good thing?

Deepfakes don't just mimick the living. They can be used to resurrect the dead.

Mathematician who made order from randomness awarded "Nobel of mathematics"

Talagrand's work has been impactful in a number of fields, from physics to AI.

Scientists uncover the internal magnetic compass of ants

The humble ant has a surprising superpower that uses magnetism.

Newly found 120-million-year-old crocodile ancestor was built like a tank

It had the body of a croc, the armor plate of an armadillo, the head of a bird and the snout of a pig.

Google's AI is now suggesting new football tactics

Football (or soccer) is about to get a lot more tactical.

Scientists turn food waste into plastic-free diapers and sanitary pads

Scientists turned agricultural waste into eco-friendly, sustaianble sanitary products.

The human egg locks like Fort Knox after it's fertilized. Scientists finally find out how

This research could lead to new non-hormonal contraceptives and other insights into female fertility.

Wildlife in lockdown: How nature really reacted during the COVID-19 "Great Pause"

Nature reacted in some predictable ways — but also some counterintuitive ways.

"NIMBY"? Wind turbines don't really affect property values in the US

A popular argument against wind power flies out the window.

Exercise in a pill? New compounds may mimic the effects of physical activity

These compounds could help those who are physically unable to exercise.

If we want to find an alien civilization, our best bet is another oxygen-rich planet

A planet's atmosphere would need to contain at least 16 percent oxygen to support fire.

How AI technology is set to enhance autonomous mobile robots

New research leverages deep reinforcement learning to pave the way for more efficient autonomous robots.

World's smallest QR code inspired by insect 'invisibility cloak' adds new layer of digital encryption

Soccer-ball-like particles found in some unique insects have inspired cutting-edge nanotechnology.

People living in Antarctica are developing a new accent

Study shows subtle changes in speech accents among Antarctica's few temporary inhabitants.

Genetically modified cow makes milk with human insulin

Some dairy farms could turn into lifesaving insulin factories.

Scientists stick materials together without using glue — just electricity

It's an electric twist to material bonding. Plus, it's completely reversible at the push of a button.

If water worlds exist, what do they really look like?

Hycean planets, or water worlds, are one of the most intriguing types of planets — if they turn out to be real.

In parts of the US, soil is being eroded 1,000 times faster than it's being created

Soil erosion is the biggest environmental crisis you don't hear much about.

New method fully recovers coral reefs destroyed by blast fishing

Sand coated steel frames can help restore coral reefs destroyed by explosives.

Photo project reveals deep bond between the homeless and their pets

A bold photo project highlights the vital role of pets in improving the mental and physical health of people experiencing homelessness.

Quality time with dogs increases brain activity linked to focus and stress relief

Different interactions with dogs, like playing or hugging, uniquely change brain activity, enhancing stress relief and concentration.

How Mars may shape Earth's deep sea currents from 140 million miles away

Astronomy and oceanography collide in surprising research.

This man played the guitar as doctors removed a tumor from his brain  

Why would doctors ask a patient to play rock songs on the guitar while they open his skull and do surgery?

Myth debunked? Most male mammals aren't larger than females

The findings highlight long-standing biases in how biologists classify mammals.

This cool website lets you know which dinosaurs used to live near your city

This cool website shows you what the Earth was like hundreds of millions of years ago — and what dinosaurs were around.

Scientists detect extraterrestrial metal in 3,000-year-old treasure from Spain

This may have been the Bronze Age, but craftsmen in Spain somehow got their hands on meteorite iron.

Quality teachers, not smaller classrooms may be key to boosting student success

New research casts doubt on the long-held belief that smaller class sizes benefit children.

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