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health / science
17,000 Year Old Remains Could Be Oldest Evidence of Blue Eyes
An unlucky child born with a heart condition 17,000 years ago also had the earliest known instance of blue eyes. Based on genetic data from his...
sciencealert.com
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science
Whales can live way longer than scientists had thought
Southern right whales have lifespans that reach well past 100 years, and 10% may live past 130 years, according to our new research published in the...
rawstory.com
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science
It stinks of manure, has claws on its wings and eats tree leaves – meet the 'flying cow' of the Amazonian swaps
This avian marvel is also known as the stink bird, the skunk bird and the reptile bird By no stretch of the imagination could hoatzins (...
discoverwildlife.com
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health / innovation / science
My invention brought clean water to millions. Don't rewrite the law that made it possible
When was the last time you washed your hands, took a shower, or had a glass of water? Probably this very day. But more than...
salon.com
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science
Can entangled particles communicate faster than light?
Entanglement is perhaps one of the most confusing aspects of quantum mechanics. On its surface, entanglement allows particles to communicate over...
phys.org
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science
Ask Dr. Universe: First mass extinction happened about 443 million years ago
Washington State University Dr. Universe: What caused the first mass extinction on Earth? – Aayush, 10, New Jersey Dear Aayush, It’s sad when living...
spokesman.com
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science / space
Thermodynamic model identifies how gold reaches Earth's surface
A research team including a University of Michigan scientist has discovered a new gold-sulfur complex that helps researchers understand how gold...
phys.org
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science
Meet the animal that's part vegetable - yes really!
The Costasiella sea slug is a rare example of a photosynthetic animal, says Stuart Blackman. Here's what's so special about it Did you know there's...
discoverwildlife.com
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science
Swirling galaxy arms, a cosmic sombrero, and a dead supernova: Our favorite JWST images from 2024
From the moment it unfurled its distinctive hexagonal mirrors in early 2022, the James Webb Space Telescope has treated the world to a steady stream of...
popsci.com
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learning / science
AI can tell Scottish and American whiskies apart
Artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to tell the difference between American whiskey and Scotch, and identify their prominent aromas, potentially...
chemistryworld.com
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science
A Little Math Can Streamline Holiday Cookie Making
When our children were little, we spent a lot of time in the kitchen together. We used the occasions to surreptitiously teach them about science:...
scientificamerican.com
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health / science
The only four skincare ingredients that have been proven to work
This article is part of a special issue investigating key questions about skincare. Find the full series here. Whether you want to brighten, firm,...
newscientist.com
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science
Should you really wear sunscreen all year round, even in winter?
This article is part of a special issue investigating key questions about skincare. Find the full series here. Even if we live far from the...
newscientist.com
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science / outdoors
Can geology help revive Red Centre tourism?
We are diving into our archives and republishing some paid content for free. This long read was originally published in the September 2024 Cosmos...
cosmosmagazine.com
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science
Direct CO2 capture from the atmosphere will scale up massively in 2025
The world’s largest facility for removing carbon dioxide from the air is set to open in Texas in 2025, increasing the sector’s worldwide capacity...
newscientist.com
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science
Ants prove superior to humans in group problem-solving maze experiment
Anyone who has dealt with ants in the kitchen knows that ants are highly social creatures; it's rare to see one alone. Humans are social...
phys.org
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science
Lava Flows Down Hawaiian Slope After Volcano Blows Its Top
Lava fountains emitted from the volcano, which is one of the most active in the world. Lava fountains emitted from the volcano, which is one...
thedailybeast.com
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science
Ketamine’s rapid antidepressant effects traced to overlooked brain cells
A new study has uncovered a surprising player in ketamine’s rapid antidepressant effects: astrocytes, the star-shaped support cells of the brain. By...
psypost.org
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science
Interactive: What Earth’s 4.54 billion-year history would look like in a single year
As a kid, it was tough for me to grasp the massive time scale of Earth’s history. Now, with nearly two decades of experience...
rawstory.com
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science
How Rare ‘Alice in Wonderland Syndrome’ Warps Reality
When Lene was a child, she took comfort in a strange night time routine. While lying in bed just before she fell asleep, her bedroom...
scientificamerican.com
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science
I’ve calculated Santa’s speed on Christmas Eve – and this is what it would do to Rudolph’s nose
With billions of children around the world anxiously waiting for their presents, Father Christmas (or Santa) and his reindeer must be travelling at...
theconversation.com
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science
Study Identifies Genetic Mutations That Make Bed Bugs Hard to Kill
The mutations can create insecticide resistance, giving the bugs a kind of superpower against exterminators. Returning home from a vacation can be a...
mentalfloss.com
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photography / science
2024: The Year in Volcanic Activity
Out of an estimated 1,350 active volcanoes worldwide, about 45 have continuing eruptions, and about 80 erupt each year, spewing steam, ash, toxic gases, and lava. In 2024, erupting...
theatlantic.com
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science
Stunning Gold Ring From Roman Era Found on Ancient French Road
The gold ring is the highlight of a deeply informative dig into a Bronze Age site in Brittany. Well, it’s not five gold rings,...
gizmodo.com
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science / space
Dark energy doesn't exist? Scientists propose radical rethink of cosmic expansion
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — Dark energy has been modern physics’ most successful placeholder, a theoretical force invented to explain why galaxies...
studyfinds.org
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science
Game-changing eye drops could soon replace painful injections for macular degeneration
SEOUL, South Korea — Korean scientists have developed a revolutionary eye drop treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), potentially...
studyfinds.org
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science / outdoors
What Did Yellowstone Look Like Before It Became Wonderland?
Yellowstone has been a site of persistent volcanic activity for 2 million years. But what did the region look like before the volcanoes started to...
nationalparkstraveler.org
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science
Releasing diamond dust into the atmosphere could help starve off climate change - for a bit - but there's not enough money to do it
We could stave off climate change - but we would need millions of tons of diamond dust and a cool $ 175 trillion Though the UK recently...
discoverwildlife.com
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science
How your mental state and stress levels influence your skin
Even if you don’t wear your heart on your sleeve, your skin may betray your mental state. “There is a very strong connection between...
newscientist.com
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science
FDA designates Neuralink brain implant, infectious disease tests as ‘breakthroughs’
Check out STAT’s exclusive breakthrough device tracker. A brain implant to restore vision loss made by Elon Musk’s Neuralink and several tests to...
statnews.com
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science / space
Strange behavior from Earth's magnetic north pole days before Christmas baffles scientists
Unprecedented slowdown yields critical new update from NOAA NOTTINGHAM, United Kingdom — Just days before Christmas, navigation systems worldwide are...
studyfinds.org
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science
390 Million-Year-Old Fossilized Forest Unearthed In England’s Backyard - Earth's Oldest Ever!
A groundbreaking chance discovery in southwest England in the Hangman Sandstone Formation revealed the world’s oldest fossilized forest. Dating back...
animalsaroundtheglobe.com
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science
What do insects do all winter?
You are standing in a forest in the middle of winter and the temperature has dropped below zero. The ground is covered in snow and...
phys.org
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science
1,500-year-old tomb in Peru holds human sacrifices, including strangled son next to father's remains, genetic analysis reveals
A genetic analysis of six people buried in a Moche tomb around A.D. 500 revealed that two teenagers were sacrificed to their close relatives. Two...
livescience.com
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science
Microbiome study finds bacteria in human gut rarely update their CRISPR defense systems
Within the human digestive tract are trillions of bacteria from thousands of different species. These bacteria form communities that help digest...
phys.org
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science
Hibernation scientists studying squirrels could get humans to deep space
In my hands is a squirrel-sicle, or close to it. I’m standing in a walk-in fridge, bathed in red light, cradling a rigid, furry...
popsci.com
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science
Dementia breakthrough empowers brain health
New research reveals powerful strategies to protect your cognitive future The growing impact of dementia Dementia affects approximately 8.5 million...
rollingout.com
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education / science
Scientists find 49 genetic regions linking ADHD and dyslexia
A new study published in Molecular Psychiatry has uncovered genetic connections between dyslexia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),...
psypost.org
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science
Why you shouldn't be afraid of flying, according to a flight expert : Short Wave
There are many statistics out there that prove that flying on a commercial airplane is safe, that plane crashes are, on the whole, pretty unlikely....
npr.org
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science
Scientists thought this whale could only live for 70 years – turns out it's double that. Here's how they made the discovery
Spoiler alert: it wasn't by measuring their earwax Whales have some of the longest lifespans in the animal kingdom, with several whale species being...
discoverwildlife.com
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science
Challenged by Musk, Europe's space industry is looking for a new model
To reinforce its independence and resist SpaceX's offensive, Europe needs to build a new model by meeting industrial, technological and...
lemonde.fr
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science
Say what? The Transmitter’s top quotes of 2024
“We’ve cured mouse-heimer’s thousands of time s...”—find out who said this to a Transmitter reporter, and read our other favorite quotes from...
thetransmitter.org
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science
Gut microbiota linked to functional changes in psychiatric disorders, study reveals
A study of individuals with various psychiatric disorders found that gut microbiota composition is associated with changes in psychological...
psypost.org
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science
Why looking after your skin is so crucial to your long-term health
The skin is by far the body’s biggest organ. Depending on your height and body mass, it covers an area of around 1.5 to 2 square...
newscientist.com
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science
NASA awards contracts for Near Space Network's science work
Dec. 23 (UPI) -- Space missions to the moon, Mars and beyond often get the most attention, but NASA's Near Space Network does a lot of...
upi.com
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science
Watch Live: Hawaii’s Kīlauea Volcano eruption
Kīlauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, is currently erupting in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Check out live video of the...
nypost.com
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science
Climate Change Is Making the World Darker
Psychologist Kari Leibowitz’ book How to Winter has tools to help you survive — even thrive — through a season with no glistening snow. It is the...
heatmap.news
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science
NASA delays Artemis missions again. What could this mean for the moon, Mars and space leadership?
Are even bigger changes coming? NASA's first two crewed Artemis moon missions have been pushed back to 2026 and 2027, respectively, and the move could...
space.com
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science
European Commission bans bisphenol A in food packaging
The European Commission will go ahead with a ban on the use of bisphenol A (BPA) in food contact materials, such as metal cans and...
chemistryworld.com
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science
Researchers Reveal Startling Psychology Behind How AI Biases Affect Humans
AI systems can magnify even the smallest biases, increasing biased beliefs in humans, according to new research published in Nature Human Behavior.In...
thedebrief.org
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