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Scientists recreate the face of ancient dog

The face of the world changes all the time, but the face of a good doggo is timeless. Now, we can see it. Meet a very special Neolithic dog. Human forensics have developed greatly in recent years, up to the point where facial reconstructions have become somewhat mundane. Not only have scientists reconstructed the faces […]

Nocturnal warming: the nights are heating up faster than the days

The nights are getting hot, but it's not exactly fun.

Researchers extract DNA from insects embedded in resin

"We have no intention of raising dinosaurs," the researchers assure us.

30 million years ago, a group of monkeys sailed from Africa to South America

It's one of the craziest explorer stories you'll ever read.

Science confirms ancient alcohol-measuring technique

It's all in the bubbles, as artizanal mezcal producers have known for centuries.

MIT researchers confident their fusion reactor is "very likely to work"

It's one of the holy grails of energy production, and these researchers believe it's perfectly feasible.

This could be the first extragalactic planet we've ever found

Status report: astronomers may have found a planet outside our galaxy, something that has never been done before.

Heat and humidity can be used to disinfect and reuse N95 masks, study suggests

The world is still suffering from a shortage of effective masks -- reusing them a few times would be of excellent use.

How much matter is there in the universe? Now we (kind of) know

How do you measure... everyhing?

Mars has 'multiple bodies' of liquid water, new study concludes

This has been a tremendous month for discoveries on the inner planets.

21 experts you should follow if you want to make sense of the pandemic (and a bonus)

Get your info straight from the experts source.

Face shields aren't good at trapping aerosols, Japanese supercomputer study shows

They may offer some protection to the wearer, but not to those around.

Helsinki airport is now using dogs to detect coronavirus infections

They have a better accuracy than many specialized tests.

Meet Magawa, the Hero Rat awarded bravery medal for clearing landmines

Magawa's work saves people from being killed or maimed by mines.

Menstrual cups: what they are and should you use one

It's an eco-friendly and safe alternative, but it can take some time getting used to, and some might find it unpleasant.

US elections: Here's what environmental scientists want from a president

Which science-based considerations are most important for the country's environment?

Persians were making proto-stainless steel 1,000 years ago

Archaeologists were surprised to see how advanced the steel-making technology was.

This newly-discovered Hot Neptune is one of space's most unlikely planets

We've never seen anything like this before.

13 Nobel-winning economy laureates express support for Joe Biden

Even though the economists might not agree with each other, they agree on who the better presidential candidate is for the economy.

"π Earth": Astronomers discover Earth-sized planet that takes 3.14 days to orbit its star

Like clockwork, the planet moves around its star in Pi days.

NASA unveils plans to send first woman, next man to the Moon

The $28-billion Artemis program will mark the next phase in NASA's moon exploration project.

Frozen poop knives and alligators on gas: the Ig Nobel awards

The Ig Nobel prizes make you laugh, and then make you think.

Infrared mosaic reveals hot geology on cold moon

Saturn's moon Enceladus features ice tectonics and subsurface liquid water.

Pastel Jupiter showcases violent storms in unprecedented details

The big Red Spot is just one of several massive jovian storms.

Yet another study suggests sewage water could be used to predict COVID-19 outbreaks

A growing body of evidence suggests that sewage water could be used as an alarm signal for emerging outbreak hotspots.

6 simple DIY sensor applications to get you started with Raspberry Pi

You'd be surprised just how many projects you can do with little investment and relative ease.

People on dating apps are more likely to exhibit dark personality traits

Yet another study suggests that dating apps are a breeding ground for noxious traits.

Face masks could double as makeshift COVID-19 vaccine, new theory suggests

The matter of viral load once again comes into question.

Scientists look at ways to make cheap, eco-friendly leather alternatives from fungi

The resulting materials exhibit properties similar to leather, but are much better for the environment.

Drone thermal camera reveals ancestral Wichita site in Kansas

Researchers believe a controversial conquistador visited the Wichita site.

The world's first LSD-MDMA clinical trial is about to kick off

This "candyflipping" trial marks the start of a new era in psychedelics research.

It seems that COVID-19 may cause long-term heart problems

The evidence is building for long-term post-COVID-19 health problems.

Give lab mice a better life and the science will also get better

Lab animal welfare and good science go hand in hand. A new study calls for both.

When people are offered more plant-based foods, they eat more plant-based food, study shows

Sometimes, healthy change is not that hard.

Steroids improve survival rate of critically ill COVID-19 patients

The World Health Organization already adapted its guidelines to recommend its usage.

In 2020, the biggest cop-killer is (by far) COVID-19

The biggest threat is often unseen.

Debunking the soy-estrogen problem and other soy myths

Soy is unique in that it contains isoflavones, but concerns about consuming soy are not backed by human studies.

The coronavirus might kill the handshake, but the more hygienic fist bump is ready to take its place

The fist bump is here to save the day.

Frog harem: lucky males stay loyal

It's the first time an amphibian was shown to live in a harem.

As the world battles a pandemic, billions don't have access to soap

It's hard to fight an invisible foe -- it's even harder when you have no weapons.

Meanwhile, they're testing flying cars in Japan

Is the future finally here?

How the University of Arizona detected a campus outbreak before it even happened

They knew coronavirus was spreading before the patients themselves.

The environmental impact of veggie patties vs meat burgers

Meat alternatives are becoming increasingly popular. Environmentally, they fare much better than beef.

Historic foods: The story of polenta and its journey from poor man's food to classy delicacy

A staple in some parts of the world, completely unknown in others -- polenta is truly a historic food.

Are milk alternatives more eco-friendly than the real thing?

Here's what the science says.

US geoscience programs drop controversial test to encourage more diversity

Ethnic and racial diversity is very low in the US geoscience programs. Dropping this test could help things.

A potential new weapon in the fight against COVID-19: Food coloring

Can food coloring really help us against the pandemic? These researchers believe so.

Is it ethical to use monkeys for coconut picking? Consumers are starting to say 'no'

Consumers are changing the way they feel about animals, and they're demanding change.

Mind over matter? Placebo can work even when people know it's a placebo

Here's a pill that helps you. It doesn't really do anything, except it does.

The diversity paradox in science: minority groups produce more scientific novelty, but their work is often overlooked

A new analysis finds that underrepresented scholars actually outperform the majority of their peers.

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