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The surprisingly complex power dynamics of sugar dating. Here's what psychologists found

The world of sugar dating is highly nuanced, challenging many of our stereotypes.

The EV and Green Tech Tug-of-War Between the EU and China

The EU and China navigate tensions amid rising green technology trade.

Was Alzheimer's almost nonexistent in Greek and Roman times? Why this devastating disease may be a modern plague

A fresh look at ancient texts reveals a rare glimpse of dementia in history.

Hackers can still spy on you even if you cover the webcam. Here's how

Ambient light sensors in smartphones could pose unexpected privacy risks.

Pig brain survives outside body for hours. Are humans next?

Scientists kept a pig's brain alive outside its body for five hours, challenging the boundaries between life, technology, and the future of human consciousness."

How a German cave is rewriting the story of how early humans and Neanderthals first clashed

New studies show that Neanderthals and humans shared northern Europe for thousands of years.

Why we mix people's names: science says it's because you might care about them

It's perfectly normal to mix the names of loved ones. It's called a cognitive glitch.

You'd never have to charge your phone again with these tiny nuclear batteries that last 50 years. But are we ready for them?

Beijing's Betavolt claims a 50-year maintenance-free, nuclear battery.

Scientists document first cases of acquired Alzheimer's due to decades-old childhood treatment

New findings indicate old childhood growth hormone treatments may be linked to early onset Alzheimer's disease

Unmanned submersible may have found Amelia Earhart's long-lost plane

After a century of speculation, a deep-sea drone may have finally located Amelia Earhart's lost aircraft in the Pacific Ocean.

How did humans learn to walk on two legs? The answer, surprisingly, may be in our ears

The 3D scans of ancient ape bones reveal new insights into the evolution of bipedalism.

Applying testosterone gel makes men not care if their behavior is being watched

The hormone seems to diminish the 'audience effect'.

Is a vegan diet good for cats? This surprising study says 'yes'

Feeding a vegan diet to a carnivore might sound like a bad idea, but they actually seem to do well.

Texas Alligators are freezing — but they survive thanks to an ace up their sleeve

Alligators survive freezing temperatures by entering brumation, sticking their snouts out of ice-covered waters to breathe.

Bacteria turns plastic waste into super-strong spider silk

Researchers found that the bacteria not only consume the plastic but also transform it into something extraordinary.

Weird-looking robot dinosaur may explain the origin of dinosaur feathers

Using Robopteryx, a robotic model, scientists show that early flightless dinosaurs likely used proto-wings for hunting, not for flight.

Old viruses, new life: Ancient genes inherited from viruses are crucial to human development

Viruses are not just dangerous invaders. Ancient viral legacy is likely key to early human development.

Revolutionary camera sees the world through the eyes of animals — from bees to birds

New technology is revealing the world as animals see it.

Chemists use soccer-ball-shaped molecules to form the first one-dimensional gas

University of Nottingham scientists created a one-dimensional gas by trapping krypton atoms in carbon nanotubes, offering new insights into atomic interactions.

Who was Elizabeth Báthory: the Blood Countess and Hungary's own female Dracula

The dark story of a 17th-century Hungarian countess and her torturous escapades.

Goodbye, painful injections? Scientists reveal working oral insulin in tasty chocolate pill

If all goes well, it could hit the market in 2-3 years.

Four-day workweek boosts employee well-being without harming productivity

The largest trial of a four-day workweek shows promising results for well-being and productivity.

Megalo-wrong? Megalodon looked vastly different than we imagined

New research is challenging long-held views about this massive prehistoric shark's body shape.

Feldspar minerals: properties, types, uses

Feldspars are the most abundant class of minerals in the Earth's crust.

The Mica minerals: geology, characteristics, types, and uses

Mica is a generic term for a group of complex potassium-aluminum silicate minerals.

New prehistoric feline species discovered in Madrid

This unusual discovery bridges a gap in the evolutionary story of felines.

Big dogs or small dogs: What kind of breeds are at most risk of disease?

Scientists took a thorough look at how dog size influences their health risks and lifespans.

Calcite geology: mineral properties, crystal structure, uses

Calcite is a common mineral and the principal constituent of limestone and marble.

AI ironically completes Keith Haring’s 'Unfinished Painting' — and people hate it

Keith Haring must be turning in his grave.

Ancient Roman bullet with Julius Caesar's name on it stuns archaeologists

A lead sling bullet inscribed with "CAES," found in Spain, highlights Roman military strategies and psychological tactics from Caesar's era.

Scientists grow human retinas in the lab and what they found changes our understanding of color vision

New research finds a simple vitamin A derivative is the key to our extraordinary color perception.

What beatboxing orangutans can teach us about the evolution of speech

These talented primates have a unique vocal ability that sheds light on human speech evolution.

Cracking the hit-song code: neuroforecasting identifies hit songs with 97% accuracy

New research shows how machine learning taps into brain responses to accurately predict hit songs with near-perfect accuracy.

Cheap Robo-chef autonomously cooks a three-course Asian menu, cleans up after itself

The autonomous robot is remarkably dexterous around the kitchen.

New Tyrannosaurus could have been T. rex's ancestor

This exciting find was discovered among fossils previously labelled as T. rex.

We're all drinking plastic. Shocking study finds a single bottle of water contains over 240,000 plastic fragments

Water bottles are filled with thousands of tiny plastic particles.

The main types of minerals and their importance in geology

A mineral is a naturally occurring, inorganic solid substance with a specific chemical composition and a defined crystalline structure. Unlike rocks, which can be aggregates of different minerals, each mineral is composed of the same material throughout. Essentially, minerals are composed of the same substance throughout and have a specific internal arrangement of atoms, rocks […]

Why sharks are still dying in record numbers despite global regulations meant to save them

Shark have outlived dinosaurs but they're now struggling due to overfishing.

World's largest bacterium is the size of a fly

It's so large you can see it with the naked eye.

Obsidian geology: nature's black glass

It's one of the most interesting types of rock in geology.

The chicken whisperers? Humans can surprisingly decipher chicken emotions from their clucks

Even people with no prior experience with chickens could correctly identify what these feathered creatures felt.

Hidden temple under parking lot redefines the Roman Empire's transition to Christianity

A newly discovered Roman temple in Italy reveals Constantine's reign shows a blend of Christianity and paganism.

Defying the impossible: How a Nobel Laurate chemist invented a new field in catalysis against all odds

Benjamin List's groundbreaking research defied the field and created sustainable, safer catalysts.

Life's Final Flash: First-ever recorded brain activity at death reveals insight into life's last moments

The study could finally explain, at least partly, mysterious near-death experiences some people have.

This wacky-looking fish is the deepest-dwelling fish ever found

The fish come from the ocean's deepest trenches.

Does cannabis improve workouts? No. But it makes them more enjoyable

Cannabis enhances workout enjoyment but not performance, says new study.

Shale geology: characteristics, formation, uses

Shale is one of the most common sedimentary rocks, but it also has some unique properties.

Gneiss: characteristics, formation, uses

Gneiss is one of the most prevalent metamorphic rocks. Here's what you need to know about it.

Limestone: characteristics, formation, uses

Exploring the geology and fascinating characteristics of limestone.

Sandstone: characteristics, rock formation, and uses

It's one of the most widely found sedimentary rocks.

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