Thin, disordered films of niobium phosphide conduct electricity better than copper, researchers found in a new study.

Seawater may be plentiful, but its salty drawbacks make it a last resort for battling flames.

Scientists uncover a pulsating system that flushes out brain waste during non-REM sleep.

She was allergic to Brazil nuts, but it wasn’t any she ate that sent her to the hospital.

Recently studied murals suggest a powerful female leader once ruled the Moche.

Surgeons removed the man's "breakdance bulge" and the patient is now okay.

This quick mental calculation can reveal the power of compounding interest.

Researchers uncover new particle behaviors that break the two-type mold of quantum mechanics.

The viral video sparked ethical debates about the broader implications of AI weapons.

AI is changing the housing market and renters are paying the price.

As ice recedes, hidden volcanoes under Antarctica awaken, reshaping predictions for climate change.

An enigmatic artifact suggests ancient rituals tied to fertility and agricultural cycles.

Wild chimpanzees' tool selection reveals surprising parallels with ancient hominins.

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Ancient Rome’s relentless lead pollution may have dimmed the intellect of its citizens, leaving a toxic legacy that survives in...

In a room of 23 people, the odds surprise us all.

In the 19th-century, one volcanic eruption cooled Earth's climate. Now, we know what happened.

Researchers uncover molecular turning points that shape health in midlife and beyond.

The science of hula hooping offers insights into energy, robotics, and human movement.

Naturalistic use of this Amazonian brew shows potential mental health benefits, but with risks.

Bones tell the story of gender and survival in Medieval London.

Centuries before the Vikings, Scandinavian roots intertwined with Britain's ancient history.

Ever noticed how winter air smells so uniquely crisp and fresh? It’s not just your imagination.

Researchers demonstrate quantum teleportation over internet traffic, paving the way for secure applications.

In the stillness of sleep, tiny pupil shifts in mice uncover a remarkable secret: the brain’s delicate act of preserving...

Scientists anticipate the submarine volcano will erupt before the end of 2025.

The ring might have acted like a giant sunshade, causing a cooling effect that might have unleashed an ice age.

An old tombstone from Jamestown made a full transatlantic journey — according to its fossils.

Ancient Egyptians might have used hydraulic systems in pyramid construction.

The secrets of ancient Roman wine are being uncorked by modern science.

Labrador owners can finally stop feeling guilty for overfeeding.

Contrary to Cope's Rule, today's animals, including polar bears, are shrinking due to climate change and human impacts.

There's a reason why viewers can't look away from Vermeer's masterpiece.

New study challenges traditional views on human evolution with "bizarre" findings.

Noctis Mons marks a monumental volcanic discovery on Mars, reshaping our understanding of the Red Planet's geology.

Archaeologists uncover a mysterious flooring style in the Netherlands, built with cattle bones.

How researchers are refining a key method to develop better cancer treatments.

A new study pinpoints the origin of the STD to South America.

The magnetic North pole is now closer to Siberia than it is to Canada, and scientists aren't sure why.

This TV screen vanishes at the push of a button.

How freedom from the office comes with surprising challenges and trade-offs.

A New York couple stumble upon an ancient mastodon fossil beneath their lawn.

Cartels are Mexico's fifth largest employer. They are recruiting faster than the government can arrest them.

The new system can turn cockroaches into cyborgs in under 70 seconds.

California ground squirrels surprise scientists with their newly discovered taste for mammalian flesh.

Fasting benefits metabolism but may hinder hair regeneration, at least in mice.

An ancient human lineage roamed Europe's frozen tundra for nearly 80 generations. Then they died out.

New research reveals how being watched triggers unconscious hyper-awareness.

This massive coral oasis offers a rare glimmer of hope.

The most explosive fuel in the universe could power humanity’s first starship.