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A critical element of the climate crisis may be hidden in the Arctic permafrost
Geologists discover physics-defying “forbidden” crystal at atomic bomb site
The bomb that kicked off the Atomic Age also brought extreme physics to Earth for the first time in billions of years.
The Sun just burped out an explosive space weather event — Look
The emotional reason why you should let robots touch you
It could improve your mood.
A critical element of the climate crisis may be hidden in the Arctic permafrost
The one thing you can do at work to boost your metabolism
Cold offices aren’t just a burden — they’re not great for your health. Maybe it’s time to turn up that thermostat.
Trees are good for human health in one strange, unexpected way
On your next visit to the park, try and count all the different species you can see.
One misunderstood animal might help humans live longer
Some species live unexpectedly long lives. By studying how they do it, researchers hope to pinpoint factors affecting human longevity.
Russia’s secret world of whale spies — and the battle to save one of them
Who is Hvaldimir?
Survival has never been more chill than in Subnautica: Below Zero
Inverse Score: 8/10
Take a virtual tour of the darkest place in the world
A controversial diet change could reduce air pollution and save lives
7 sustainable "future foods" you need to eat
A form of life crucial for human survival may be disappearing
Recent data suggest that microbial diversity is under threat — which puts the entire planet at risk
One big energy bet could end California's drought, but really
With the climate changing and droughts on the rise, big changes are needed in order to save the state.
Food scientists debunk a wasteful myth about expiration dates
“There’s no industry standard for best by, sell by, or use by dates.”
I NEED MY SPACE
The Sun just burped out an explosive space weather event — Look
The ingredients for alien life were found in a planet system still forming
Complex organic molecules exist in planet-forming disks even around hot stars, astronomers find — promising for alien life arising in these systems.
Starlink could be giving away our position to aliens
We might be able to see alien megaconstellations — and vice versa.
For All Mankind Season 1 release date, trailer, plot, and more
Here's everything to know about the first season of the Apple TV+ series from the Battlestar Galactica creator.
We can't hear a vanishing species, but they are capable of sound
The vibrancy of coral extends beyond what we can see on the surface.
What would happen if the polar ice caps melted?
Scientists reveal the 6 places on Earth where we can restore animal life
10 images of unlikely animal relationships
These animals take “opposites attract” to the next level.
1 big pro and 4 cons of solar geoengineering
Plant DNA found for the first time in animals, bizarre study reveals
Why peanut butter could trigger the next pandemic
There’s a deadly link between pandemics, forests, and peanut butter.
'Zombie' species: 7 'extinct' animals rediscovered by science
Peek into nature’s lost-and-found bin.
Weed’s next big problem is the wrong type of green
The environmental impact of marijuana, explained.
The team behind your favorite nature documentaries risked it all for flamingos
“It was like buying a ticket to the lottery.”
The best adventure game on Apple Arcade will change the way you think about nature
Reconnect with Mother Nature through a simple swipe of your phone.
Single-cell organism's memories twists our understanding of intelligent life
Even the simplest of creatures may be able to make memories.
Ancient peoples
Ancient Greek warriors may not be who we thought they were
Plus: A self-proclaimed UFO expert explains what may be lurking in an upcoming Pentagon report.
Scientists have a new theory for the origin of language
Ancient tooth debunks a 2,500-year-old claim about Greek soldiers
Don’t trust everything you read in history books.
A mysterious, subtle signal is emanating from the interstellar medium
Plus: Ancient bacteria reveals what early humans actually ate.
For All Mankind Season 1 release date, trailer, plot, and more
Here's everything to know about the first season of the Apple TV+ series from the Battlestar Galactica creator.
NASA wants to know how loud a sonic boom can be without scaring the hell out of you
The newest X-plane will help them find out
You don't want to miss May's Super Flower Blood Moon Eclipse
A total lunar eclipse will grace our skies in the early hours of May 26.
How scientists will hunt for signs of alien civilizations
If a civilization develops on another planet, it will likely emit these telltale signs.
Mushrooms on Mars: A “modern Galileo” fights to prove alien life exists
“Our team is advancing science, but those who oppose us are anti-science.”
NASA's electric plane and more: Understand the world through 9 images
Impressive Falcon 9 milestone proves SpaceX’s future is bright
SpaceX has reached an incredible milestone with its Falcon 9 rocket. The success bodes well for its future goals and missions.
SpaceX Starship SN15: slo-mo video captures jaw-dropping flight
SpaceX's Starship recently passed an impressive milestone, and the feat has now been captured in new slo-mo footage.
A mysterious, subtle signal is emanating from the interstellar medium
Plus: Ancient bacteria reveals what early humans actually ate.
A volcanic eruption on Mars could help us find life on the planet
Just 50,000 years ago, something big blew up on Mars — meaning the planet could still be geologically active.
14.1 billion miles from Earth, Voyager 1 detects a new cosmic "hum"
“And I was like, ‘am I starting to see things?’”
Elon Musk announces SpaceX’s weirdest mission — Musk Reads
Tesla Cybertruck spotted; Starship SN15 flies; Starlink orders soar.
Animals
Trees are good for human health in one strange, unexpected way
On your next visit to the park, try and count all the different species you can see.
A predator with night vision is changing what we know about dinosaurs
By looking at fossils of various dinosaurs, paleontologists think they may have found a few nocturnal hunters.
One misunderstood animal might help humans live longer
Some species live unexpectedly long lives. By studying how they do it, researchers hope to pinpoint factors affecting human longevity.
Some mammals can breathe through their butt, scientists discover
This finding could lead to an alternative treatment for severe Covid-19.
A critical element of the climate crisis may be hidden in the Arctic permafrost
Geologists discover physics-defying “forbidden” crystal at atomic bomb site
The bomb that kicked off the Atomic Age also brought extreme physics to Earth for the first time in billions of years.
The Sun just burped out an explosive space weather event — Look
The emotional reason why you should let robots touch you
It could improve your mood.
The ingredients for alien life were found in a planet system still forming
Complex organic molecules exist in planet-forming disks even around hot stars, astronomers find — promising for alien life arising in these systems.
Is food coloring made of bugs? Chemists debunk a common fear
Some mammals can breathe through their butt, scientists discover
This finding could lead to an alternative treatment for severe Covid-19.
Russia’s secret world of whale spies — and the battle to save one of them
Who is Hvaldimir?
You don't want to miss May's Super Flower Blood Moon Eclipse
A total lunar eclipse will grace our skies in the early hours of May 26.
Why dogs are the key to treating human cancer
In a new study, scientists identify two genetic risk factors.
How scientists will hunt for signs of alien civilizations
If a civilization develops on another planet, it will likely emit these telltale signs.
Look: NASA's massive telescope takes last steps toward monumental launch
The James Webb Space Telescope will analyze planets beyond our solar system.
