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Scientists Discover a Mysterious Hole on Mars: What's Inside Could Be Key to Keeping Astronauts Alive There

Could this be a gateway to subterranean shelters for future explorers?

4,000-year-old Egyptian skulls reveal earliest attempt to surgically treat cancer

Treating cancer was beyond the capabilities of physicians from antiquity, but they still tried their best.

Scientists identify likely origin of stuttering in the brain. What does this mean for improving speech?

This opens the door for targeted treatments, including the kind involving zapping the brain.

Some stars have mysteriously vanished -- they may have quietly collapsed into black holes

New research suggests some stars collapse directly into black holes without an explosion, solving the mystery of disappearing stars.

Mysterious element Promethium forged by the Manhattan Project finally reveals its chemical properties

This chemical element has been one of the most difficult to study due to its high radioactivity and instability.

Scientists find origin of Sun's magnetic field -- and this could be a game changer for space weather

The sun's magnetic field originates near its surface, which could enhance our ability to predict disruptive solar storms.

Over 30% of world's electricity now comes from renewables

Even though demand for electricity rises, the share of renewable energy is increasing.

Scientists make diamonds from scratch in only 15 minutes

It takes over a billion years of high pressure cooking deep inside the Earth's mantle to make diamonds. But this synthetic variety took just a quarter of an hour to make.

Ancient 3,500-year-old Mycenaean armor tested in epic combat simulation shows Homer's Iliad wasn't just a fantasy story after all

This armor wasn't just for show. It could have seen deadly combat during the epic Trojan War.

3,200-year-old Mesopotamian tablets of Assyrian warriors haunted by ghosts document the earliest known cases of PTSD

The specters of war have haunted soldiers since humans first waged war on one another.

Heat-proof memory device can survive Venus-like environment

AI computers could operate in extreme environments like Venus, thanks to new heat-resistant technology.

This scientist stepped on 40,000 deadly snakes to provoke a bite. Here's what he learned

This scientist is built different.

How much of human intelligence is genetic versus acquired? Is it even possible to get smarter?

Intelligence, a blend of genetics and environment, centers on problem-solving abilities and is best enhanced through learning and formal education.

Scientists revive frozen brain tissue even after 18 months. But cryogenics is still a billionaire's pipe dream

Scientists successfully revive frozen brain tissue, paving the way for advanced neurological research.

Sky Magnetar hypersonic concept could fly London to New York in 50 minutes

The concept is part airplane part rocket ship.

How AI can accelerate health software design

AI technology speeds up the creation of diabetes prevention tools, with broader disruption anticipated across other fields.

The unexpected origin and remarkable journey of upside-down trees: the baobabs

Scientists uncover the origins and long-distance dispersal of the iconic baobab tree.

Astronomers baffled by 'fluffy' exoplanet with the density of cotton candy

A newly discovered far-away planet defies planetary formation theories with its extraordinary low density.

China is quietly building the world's first drone carrier

Naval warfare is on the brink of a paradigm shift.

The Hidden Science Behind Electric Guitar Pickups Revealed

New research delves into how pickups shape the sound of electric guitars.

Scientists achieve over 1,000 degrees Celsius with solar power alone rather than fossil fuels. A game changer for heavy industries?

Solar power could replace fossil fuels in high-heat industries like steel and cement manufacturing.

Oldest known human viruses found in 50,000-year-old Neanderthal remains

Discovery of ancient viruses in Neanderthal remains may reshape our understanding of their extinction.

Scientists make transparent, fireproof glass-like material out of bamboo

Researchers develop a novel transparent bamboo with flame-retardant properties.

Scientists make 'living plastic' with bacterial spores that could put an end to forever plastic pollution

The bacterial spores are incorporated into the bulk plastic. Interestingly, this plastic is more durable and flexible, mirroring the way rebar reinforces concrete.

Can Bitcoin's latest halving usher in a greener future for mining?

After the halving, there are good reasons to believe Bitcoin's notoriously unsustainable mining could be turned around.

11 Incredible Periodical Cicadas Facts You Can't Miss

Explore these fun facts about cicadas, from their unique life cycles to their critical role in ecosystems.

AI chatbots turn conspiracy theorists into skeptics through dialogue

Addressing conspiracy beliefs with tailor-made counterevidence delivered via AI chatbot works remarkably well.

Talking whales? AI reveals a complex language hidden in sperm whale clicks

AI reveals that sperm whale clicks form a complex language, not all that different from human speech

Scientists propose warp drive model that doesn't break laws of physics

Warp drives could be possible through new space-time manipulation techniques.

How the first pandemic in history shook the Roman Empire

In his book 'Pox Romana,' Colin Elliott delves into the devastating effects of the Antonine Plague, a pandemic that might have hastened the decline of one of history's greatest empires.

Physicists might have just discovered 'glueballs': the particles made entirely of force

Recent experiments might have finally confirmed the existence of glueballs, particles made entirely of gluons.

Hair-thin silk fabric cancels out noise and creates quiet spaces anywhere

MIT researchers have created a silk fabric that can significantly reduce noise using piezoelectric fibers to counteract or block unwanted sounds.

Study reveals the cognitive superpowers of reading fiction: more than just words

New research shows that reading fiction boosts empathy, verbal skills, and cognitive ability.

Navy SEAL donates his brain to science to make a point about veterans' traumatic brain injuries

Navy SEAL Ryan Larkin, tormented by the invisible scars of war, instructed his parents to donate his brain to science, uncovering profound trauma and sparking crucial conversations about military health protocols.

How to make U.S. STEM degrees more affordable: lessons from abroad

Research highlights financial barriers and potential solutions for STEM students.

Weakening magnetic field 590 million years ago could have sparked life's big leap

How a weak geomagnetic field might have surprisingly spurred complex life on Earth.

Sodium-ion hybrid batteries could recharge EVs in seconds

By combining traditional battery and supercapacitor tech, researchers have developed a super 'Frankenstein' battery that combines the best of both worlds.

Blood sampling device inspired by leeches could make needles obsolete

Innovative blood sampling device mimics leech mechanics for painless, efficient diagnostics.

Why do cicadas make so much noise?

Cicadas are nature's loudspeakers. Here's why and how they make such a racket.

Very rare marsupial mole sighted in Australia. It's so tiny it fits between your fingers

Tiny and living in the desert, this mole is one of the most elusive mammals of Australia.

These scientists want to make white bread as healthy as wholegrain. Here's how

Researchers in the UK are enhancing white bread to be as healthy as wholemeal while maintaining its appeal.

Why can't pandas get it on? The answer may lie in their intestines

New study links panda reproductive issues to specific gut microbes.

Scientists find a way to convert blood types and make them mutually compatible for transfusion

New enzyme technology could transform some blood types into universal donor blood, addressing global blood shortages.

Archaeologists uncover luxurious 2,200-year-old tomb of ancient Chinese ruler

The lavish tomb may contain secrets about the last years of the once mighty Chu state.

T. rex wasn't that smart after all. Its intelligence was more on par with a large crocodile

Previous estimates of T-rex's brain power were vastly overestimated.

Zoom and enhance: Adobe AI sharpens videos by up to 8 times the original resolution with minimal artifacts

You can now turn old low-res videos into 4K.

Emotional toll of stolen dogs mirrors loss of loved one

A new study finds the emotional impact of dog theft is like losing a family member.

Burned remains at Maya pyramid reveal dramatic regime change

When a new Mayan ruler came onto the scene, he wanted a clean slate.

Mysterious and indecipherable 600-year-old Voynich Manuscript may be partly about sex and 'women's secrets'

Some of the chapters may be coded gynecology texts, hidden to keep commoners away from this knowledge.

Scientists forge an 'impossible material': a metal alloy with unmatched strength and toughness at all temperatures

The new alloy shows promise for future high-efficiency aerospace engines.

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