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What the world's first nuclear waste 'tomb' in Finland could mean for nuclear energy

In tunnels deep underground, Finland will bury nuclear waste safely in copper sarcophagi for at least 100,000 years.

Americans grossly underestimate the range of modern electric vehicles -- and this keeps them from buying one

An EV with a range of 300 kilometers (186 miles) will cover more than 90% of the average person's needs. But most think they need much more than that.

People with narcissistic and psychopathic traits have more sexual partners

Some people just find them irresistible.

Here's how climate change will make us lose literally days worth of sleep a year

Climate change is rising nighttime temperatures more than during the daytime -- and this could seriously hurt our sleep.

Marijuana legalization linked to fall in alcohol, tobacco, and pain medication consumption

It's like Marijuna is a reverse "gateway" drug.

Norway's only dinosaur ever found sets world record for deepest fossil

The fossils were found during an oil drilling operation. The odds of this happening are less than winning the lottery.

Cats may actually recognize the names of other feline friends

Did someone say 'Mittens'?

830-million-year-old microorganisms found trapped in rock salt could still be alive

This could be huge for finding life on Mars.

Scientists may have found fragments of THE asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs

Researchers have described the discovery as "mindblowing."

South Korea fits Big Brother in operating rooms to stop rampant 'ghost surgeries'

It's like ghost writing for the operating room. What could possibly go wrong?

Scientists bring nerve cells from human eyes back from the dead

Using a special revival technique, researchers were able to restore a glimmer of life into the eyes of dead human donors.

Thailand wants to give away one million cannabis plants for free to its citizens

Cannabis should be treated like a household crop, said the local health minister.

Scientists find a forest growing inside a giant newly discovered sinkhole in China

The bottom of the giant pit harbors an ancient forest that may be populated by new species of animals.

NASA just recorded Mars' biggest 'earthquake' yet. Here's why this matters

The magnitude 5 quake might only shake a glass of water here on Earth, but it's a big deal on Mars.

Why do some people stay poor? It's not because of personal choice, but rather a lack of minimum capital

Once poor households acquired assets past a certain threshold, they started working and earning more, enabling them to crawl out of the poverty trap.

Poop transplant rejuvenates brain of old mice

Replenishing the gut microbiome may reverse some aspects of cognitive decline due to old age.

This new shock-absorbing material protects like a metal but is light like foam

It's perfectly suited for use in vehicles, armor, or helmets.

Unique study on identical twins separated at age 2 reveals unexpected differences in IQ

An unexpected separation that resembles a Hollywood drama is providing researchers with a unique study opportunity.

Hear the growling noises made by black holes as they devour nearby stars

With a bit of science wizardry, scientists have made black holes audible.

Bat makes record-breaking 1,500-mile journey from Russia to French Alps

It's the longest journey a bat has ever been recorded flying.

Scientists find drug that reverses incurable finger-bending disease

A clinical trial found Dupuytren disease can be reversed if treatment is administered early enough.

Hunger-blocking new obesity drug achieves 24 kg of average weight loss

The drug suppresses appetite, leading to lower calorie intake and weight loss.

The Incas drugged young children with coca leaves and ayahuasca before sacrificing them to calm them down

Mummies found atop a sacred mountain have provided the first archaeological evidence of ayahuasca among the Inca.

Solar panels are enough to power settlements on Mars

Turns out, nuclear power isn't actually the best option for supplying a settlement on Mars with energy.

New batteries could charge electric vehicles to 60% in 6 minutes

A major tweak to ubiquitous lithium-ion batteries could bring charging time closer to those at the gas station.

Men and women feel pain differently -- and this study may finally explain why

For the first time, scientists have found sex-based differences in how the human spinal cord handles pain signals.

Rainbow collars with bells save birds and mammals from getting killed by house cats

Turns out, dressing your cat like a cute jester saves wildlife.

Ancient fragmented pottery may actually be Medieval hand grenade

These super weapons may have seen action during the Crusades.

Scientists find missing building blocks of DNA in meteorites

We're inching closer to unraveling the origin of life on Earth.

Shoot and scoot: These male spiders catapult in the air immediately after mating to avoid sexual cannibalism

It's a spider-eat-spider world out there, but these nifty males have evolved strong legs to get out of harm's way.

Scientists make foot-tickling device that fits inside shoes to relieve stress

This is not just some quirky gadget though.

MDMA's miserable comedowns may actually be caused by impurities, not the drug itself

Pure MDMA taken in the right amount and setting can be an antidepressant, whereas the typical use at raves leads to the opposite effects.

The Amazon's horrific candirú fish that swims up the urethra: fact or fiction?

Amazon locals are afraid to pee while swimming in the river due to a tiny fish. But is there any truth to these nightmarish legends?

Silphium: the lost ancient world's herbal birth control -- 2,500 years before modern contraceptives

This medicinal plant was so coveted, it was worth its weight in gold. But this ultimately brought its downfall.

What is eidetic memory: the poor man's photographic memory

Sorry to bust your bubble, but there's no such thing as photographic memory. Here's the next best thing.

Meet the anglerfish: the most famous 'deep sea monster'

It's the fish that fishes other fish -- and it's pretty amazing at the job!

These tropical plants remove toxic heavy metals from the soil

Cleaning up contaminated soil is notoriously challenging -- unless you let nature do all the heavy lifting.

Monkeys with more friends have larger brain regions linked to empathy and social bonding

Macaques' brains seem to be shaped by the strength of their social bonds -- and the same may apply to humans.

The earliest Mayan calendar may have been found in 2,300-year-old Guatemalan ruins

Some of the most mind blowing discoveries happen when you least expect them.

Home delivery surged during the pandemic. But this won't last

Home delivery companies have had a good run but many customers say they will revert back to their old ways once the pandemic is over.

Pentagon confirms 2014 meteor that hit Earth had interstellar origin

In retrospect, this is in fact the very first interstellar object we've ever found.

New magneto-electric transistor cuts energy use while saving space. Here's why this could be huge

This could be the next major iteration in computing.

A vegan diet may actually be the healthiest choice for dogs

Contrary to popular belief, a vegan diet is not only natural for dogs, but also healthier.

Magic mushrooms treat depression by improving brain connectivity

Scientists claim they've now uncovered the fundamental mechanism that makes psilocybin so good against depression.

Newly measured W Boson breaks Standard Model of Physics. Here's why this is a big deal

The theoretical framework that is supposed to explain how nature around us works failed a critical test.

Remains found in 1,000-year-old lavish burial in Finland may belong to nonbinary warrior

The macho Viking myth is being challenged by a Medieval warrior with XXY chromosomes.

What is the Drake Equation: the math that predicts how many alien civilizations are out there

An equation that tries to dispel one of life's greatest mysteries.

The mutation that may explain how humans lost their tails

Some lucky ape-like ancestor got it 20 million years ago.

World's largest offshore wind turbine will be a 16 MW behemoth

When installed, the wind turbine will sweep an area equivalent to more than six football fields.

AI paints night vision images into full color

It's an early step towards night vision devices that produce more ‘day-like’ images.

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