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Scientists zoom in on greener way to dye blue denim

It's like taking a million cars off the road.

Cannibal star gets a magnetic scar after devouring chunks of its solar system

Some stars start consuming parts of their solar systems. They're called "cannibal stars."

The DART planetary defense mission reshaped the Dimorphos asteroid

In the process of proving we could deflect asteroids we also learned quite a bit about them.

How on Earth did this small bee get on an island in French Polynesia?

It's one of entomology's more bizarre puzzles — and it's now been solved.

Pressure in geology: How pressure plays a key role in rock formation

Rocks aren't simple, inert objects. They are dynamic, moving from one structure to another, holding inside them clues of processes that transformed them -- including pressure.

What are crystals? What the science says

Healing crystal? Na. Geology is interesting enough without making things up.

Did fermented foods fuel our ancestors' brain growth?

A new study suggests fermentation -- not fire -- as the catalyst of our more potent brains.

There's a surprising gender gap when it comes to exercise — women get more for less

If you've ever needed a reason to work out — here it is.

How ants are inspiring the design and optimization of logistics algorithms

Nature can be a good source of inspiration.

9 lesser known architectural wonders we lost to time

Sure, you've heard of the Library of Alexandria and the Hanging Gardens -- but have you heard of these?

Harsh discipline linked to lasting mental health problems for children

Parenting has changed a lot, but there's still a long way to go.

The role of temperature in forming rocks

Without temperature, there is no geology.

NBA and NHL games expose viewers to a boom of sports betting ads

Researchers found a vast proliferation of messages related to sports betting during NBA and NHL games and advertising.

Meet the smallest and fastest robot-insects ever developed

The mini-bug and water strider open up new realms in the field of small robots.

This fasting-like diet makes you biologically younger and prevents several diseases

It's not that expensive and only needs to be done 2 or 3 times yearly but has been shown to improve health.

New chess AI achieves top human performance without even looking for the best move

Without any explicit search, the engine is able to reach Grandmaster performance levels.

What's the difference between rocks and minerals

The primary difference between rocks and minerals lies in their composition and formation.

Record-breaking quasar ate one Sun's mass *per day* and grew to an unimaginable mass

Oh, you thought the Sun was big? That's cute.

Good tea requires good microbes — and great microbes can be made in a lab

Tea is just about to become even more delicious.

Researchers use 3D ice printing to create artificial blood vessels for organ transplants

This could pave the way for saving thousands of patients every year.

New method can detect ovarian cancer from urine samples

We're getting better and better at detecting this silent killer.

Joking in the jungle: Apes have humor and they love teasing each other

This challenges the idea that humor is a human-only characteristic.

Physicist shows that to be successful in art, you need a good network

Success is not just a function of how good you are. Social networks seem to play an important role.

AI can now tell which wine comes from what vineyard — and which wine is fake

There's a new algorithm in town, and it's got a nose for red wine.

Futuristic bone bandage sends electric currents to help you heal

Researchers are finding better ways to treat bone damage.

NASA engineered a cup to drink coffee in zero gravity

Space is space... but coffee is coffee.

The surprising connection between erectile dysfunction drugs and Alzheimer's

This wouldn't be the first time erectile dysfunction has been linked to other conditions.

Another Saturn moon may harbor a subsurface ocean

Mimas just became a much more interesting moon.

Liquid metal 3D printing can create new furniture pieces in seconds

Would you buy objects printed with this technique?

Cars can hallucinate, too — and it's a problem

Self-driving cars have even more problems to deal with.

High-risk, low-reward: huge cryptocurrency study shows high-risk cryptos generally underperform

High risk crypto doesn't match the reward.

This coastal ecosystem was degraded and damaged. Then, the otters came in

Otters remarkably managed to fix this ecosystem — even down to its geology.

British military successfully tests laser weapon that zaps drones mid-air

Laser weapons are no longer limited to movies and cartoons.

The last ingredient to make green roofs truly great: fungi

It's not just about the plants you grow — it's also about the soil.

Your next salad could be grown just for you: custom-grown, soilless greens are coming

Personalized medicine is finally becoming a reality — starting with the food we eat.

Cheap medicines for migraine work just as well as expensive ones — if not better

A Norwegian study reveals significant findings in migraine treatment effectiveness and patient retention.

If a nuclear war happened, seaweed could save the last survivors

Seaweed is rich in nutrients and if everything turns south -- it's something we should consider.

Spiral galaxies like you've never seen them before: a James Webb flurry of images

When the JWST was launched, we were promised amazing photos. Well, we got amazing photos.

Where our salt comes from -- a dive into the spectacular and harsh world of salt extraction

Salt is a rock that humans have used for millennia. It can be extracted in several ways and used in several ways. Here's how.

Plastic bans work. Billions of plastic bags were avoided in the US alone

Even though the US has no national ban on plastic bags, smaller-level bans have made a sizeable difference.

Australian television mistakenly used AI to doctor the body and clothes of politician

You know all those times we were warned about AI-manipulated images? Well... they're here.

Radar measurements on Mars show signs of ancient delta and water

Liquid water on ancient Mars seems to be essentially confirmed now.

Tiny ants are sending ripples through African ecosystems, changing how lions hunt

The tiny ant is more powerful than you'd think.

NASA invented wheels that never get punctured — and you can now buy them

Would you use this type of tire?

The unique skeleton of Stingrays: A striking X-ray perspective

Did you know what the stingray skeleton looks like?

Volcanoes on other planets -- Venus' Maat Mons, Earth's Karymsky, Mars' Olympus Mons, Io, and Enceladus

Ever wondered what volcanoes on other worlds look like? Well, look no further! Volcanoes have always captivated humanity, but their allure extends far beyond Earth. In fact, other words have volcanoes as imposing as Earth’s — or even more so. From planets like Venus and Mars to the surprising eruptions on moons like Io and […]

The European Union pushed Apple to ditch its charging port and embrace USB-C. Experts say that's a win for consumers

This is good news for us and the planet.

Insects can thrive amidst solar panels — just give them some native plants

Solar panels don't need to be an environmental desert. They can be tailored to accommodate wildlife.

Young kids do better in school if their dads spend time with them

Dads, you have an important job.

The Indian tectonic plate may split up Tibet — eventually

These things happen in geological time, not over night.

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