Octopus sleep is very similar to that of humans and they may even dream
Study looks at electrical signals octopuses produce in their brain while asleep and awake.
Philosopher outsmarts brain scientist in decades-long consciousness bet
The mystery of consciousness still remains elusive.
AI turns old maps of demolished neighborhoods into 3D digital models
"Ghost neighborhoods" destroyed by highways are given a new lease on life.
This new vaccine can protect farmed crocodiles from West Nile virus
It could be applicable in several crocodile’s species
Birds with a buzz? Hummingbirds drink alcoholic nectar ‘cocktails’
Hummingbirds love nectar -- and it's not just for the sugar rush.
This surprising parasite can make ants live at least three times longer
Infected ants don’t work, are cared for and live much longer than usual.
NASA can now recycle almost all astronaut pee and sweat on the International Space Station
It’s a big deal for future space missions
Scientists make stronger rubber that could cut down on microplastic pollution
Car tires release a lot of microplastics, which then end up in ecosystems
Air conditioning Catch22: global heating is driving air conditioning use, which is driving more heating
The problem is especially prevalent in India and Europe.
Scientists train AI to unlock data from millions of plant specimens
The algorithm analyzed the relationship between leaf size and climate
A tribute to Train: How a dog became a conservation icon in Argentina
He's getting his own statue and has become a symbol of conservation.
Himalayan glaciers are melting faster than ever and may lose most of their ice
It's been an overlooked region of glacial melting due to lack of data.
Say goodbye to radiators: paper-thin film turns any wall or furniture into a heater
It's a very efficient way of heating a space.
New Jell-O-like printable electrodes could one day replace metals as electric interfaces
The new material could make medical implants longer-lasting and safe.
Early Andean societies turned violent because of climate change
Study points to potential competition for limited resources
Ancient Egyptians’ worship of Bes might be linked to hallucinogenic use
Researchers find traces of a cocktail they used to drink
New material can soak up record amounts of moisture from the air
It’s made from hydrogel, a naturally absorbent material.
Bumblebees’ remarkable sense of smell guides them safely home
They have great vision, but their sense of smell steals the show.
Finger-bending condition traced back to Neanderthal genetic heritage
Researchers have long known the disease was more common in Northern Europeans.
Bowhead whales’ can repair their DNA — and this possibly makes them cancer-resistant
They can live more than 200 years, and this might be why.
Sit down, coal. For the first time, renewables dominate coal in the US
Coal's drop this year has truly been remarkable
Eating colorful fruits and veggies could help you see better — at least if you’re an athlete
Study looks into the benefits of certain plant compounds.
The hot, gross blob: Plastic and seaweed mix could spell trouble
Authorities are warning people to stay away from the blob.
Regular socialization could make dogs live longer and happier
Study sheds light on key social determinants that influence dogs' health.
Taurine supplement slows ageing in animals. Could it work on humans?
Scientists call for major clinical trial
Convenience or culprit? Checkout aisles overflow with unhealthy snacks and drinks
Study calls for healthy checkout policies in both large and small stores.
This extinct human species buried their dead 100,000 years before us
They lived around the time the first humans started to appear in Africa.
Crocodile in Costa Rica gives virgin birth. Could some dinosaurs do it too?
It’s the first known case of "virgin birth" in a crocodilian.
Deadly coral disease is spreading fast, and will likely wipe out 80% of global coral by 2100
Conserving coral reefs is crucial to maintaining the biodiversity of our oceans.
The oldest Greek archaeological site predates modern humans
The findings may explain why Greece has been a hotbed for human civilization.
The Arctic could be ice-free by the 2030s, scientists sound the alarm
This could accelerate global warming even further.
This single group of fungi may help store more than a third of fossil fuel emissions
Mycorrhizal fungi has lived below ground and attached to the roots of plants for 400 million years
Your cutting board might be contaminating your food with microplastics
Microplastics are truly everywhere.
British sharp sense of humor goes back to the Middle Ages
A 15th-century document traces the roots of the famous British humor.
Scientists determine the composition of the earliest Roman perfume. It smells like patchouli
They found a bottle that had been preserved for over 2,000 years.
This new robot chef can recreate recipes just from watching food videos
It’s a big step towards automation of cooking.
Renewable energy is on track to shatter even more records in 2023
China continues to be the leading market, but the EU is moving fast amid the energy crisis.
China is drilling a super deep 10-km hole into Earth’s crust for science
The country has been exploring the deep Earth for many years.
A new space race? China wants astronauts on the moon by 2030
The country has big plans for space exploration.
The healthiest yogurt is almond yogurt — better than dairy
It might be time to switch yogurts
DeSantis’ climate program is an anti-science disaster
He rejects science and even says the weather is politicized.
Ancient toilets provide clues to dysentery outbreaks in Old Testament Jerusalem
Dysentery goes way back to ancient cities, spread around due to trade and wars
This new robotic bee can fly in all directions just like a real bee
It’s the first one capable of doing this
Bizarre climate change theory spread by Joe Rogan goes viral in social media
Climate misinformation continues to be a big problem
Seagulls decide which food is worth stealing by watching humans
They are much more smart than we though
Skyscrapers are taking New York down — literally
As the city gradually sinks, it also becomes more vulnerable to flooding.
Scientists find a way to tell the sex of chicken eggs early in incubation
It could prevent the culling of billions of male chicks.
Moss could help tackle the climate crisis and improve soils biodiversity
It was about time these small plants got some recognition.
It’s time to pay: Fossil fuel companies owe the world hundreds of billions a year in reparations
The bill is adding up day by day.