At least 97% of experts agree that climate change is real and caused by humans. But only 3% of the 3% of climate change deniers are actually qualified in climate science
Climate change deniers are only good for blowing smoke.
Mars ‘Grand Canyon’ harbors copious amounts of water beneath its surface
Water ice is rare close to the Martian equator, but scientists have now found a boatload.
At long last, scientists find a true millipede that has 1,000 legs (more actually)
Is this the chosen one?
Scientists transplant pig kidney into a human – Again
Another important step towards the promised medical marvels of xenotransplantation.
Archaeologists find 1,000-year-old Mayan canoe in underwater cave in Mexico
It's the most well preserved pre-Hispanic boat ever found.
Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity aces its toughest test yet in 16-year-old study of unique pulsar system
Scientists hoped to find a deviation from this landmark theory. But general relativity proves yet again to be one tough...
Physicists claim that a photon can be ‘split’ into halves
But it's all just theory for now. If confirmed, the implications in physics would be immense.
Astronomers zoom in on stars around Milky Way’s supermassive black hole
The new observations are 20 times closer and sharper than ever before.
Rocket scientists and brain surgeons aren’t actually smarter than the general population
Making it in professions typically seen as "very clever" may be more about hard work than innate cognitive abilities.
How outdoor learning helps both students and teachers
Outdoor learning doesn't overexcite students and make them lose focus. Quite the contrary.
Dinosaur-killing asteroid may have hit Earth during spring
Weather may have been unsuspectedly pleasant on the worst day in dinosaur history.
How to spot a liar: three cognitive techniques from science
Lying and washing the dishes at the same time can expose a deception.
How immortal Hydras regenerate severed heads
Epigenetics hold the secret to the hydra's death-defying abilities.
New Zealand wants to become smoking-free. The country will ban tobacco for anyone born after 2008
The island nation's goal is to become smoke-free by 2025.
Assisted suicide 3D-printed pod deemed legal in Switzerland
It helps terminally ill patients to meet a peaceful death in under 5 minutes.
Collectible LEGO sets have an 11% annual yield. They’re a better investment than stocks, gold, or art
Collecting old sealed LEGO sets used to be seen as a geeky hobby. But it can actually be a smarter...
Cristina Birch, former national track champion, selected as NASA astronaut
From the track to outer space.
Cannabis abuse can cause extreme sleep patterns: too little or too much sleep
Marijuana use is linked to both short and long sleep.
Scientists find Viagra may treat Alzheimer’s disease
A famous drug used to treat erectile dysfunction may be our best candidate yet for treating Alzheimer's.
New ammonia production method could cut 2% of greenhouse gas global output
Certain salts can be turned into precious ammonia without any fossil fuel input.
Nano-magnifying glass converts infrared light into visible light
The cheap converter opens the door to a range of applications ranging from tracking cancers to observing cosmic objects.
Damascus steel: the forgotten metal used to forge some of the world’s most amazing blades
Materials scientists have never been able to replicate the quality of true Damascus blades to a tee.
The astrolabe: the Swiss Army knife of ancient celestial navigation
This portable astronomical calculator helped sailors explore the world for centuries.
What are symbiotic relationships: nature’s matchmaking
Symbioses are dynamic relationships in which organisms of different taxa interact with either positive or negative effects.
Feeding dogs only once a day may protect them from age-related disease
Dogs will protest, but a meal a day may keep the vet away.
World’s first 3-D printed prosthetic eye implanted in British patient
The technology can slash waiting time for prosthetic eyes from months to weeks.
Waterlamp generates light and electricity for 45 days with just half a liter of seawater
The WaterLight is a cordless lamp that converts saltwater into electricity to emit light anywhere.
Neanderthal man suffered from earliest example of disease jumping from animal to human
Zoonotic diseases have always plagued both humans and our close extinct relatives.
Just 3 minutes of red light therapy improves declining eyesight due to old age
Deep red light stimulates mitochondria -- the cell's power generators -- which may help people see better.
3D printing living materials with bioink made entirely from bacteria
We're witnessing a revolution in materials engineering and manufacturing.
Prehistoric moms were much better at raising their children than we give them credit for
More children likely survived infancy in hunter-gatherer times than previously thought.
Microphone-enabled smart devices are a huge privacy concern, but most of us aren’t aware of it
The problem is more widespread than you'd think.
Lobsters, octopuses and crabs recognized as “sentient” in the UK
It's just a step away from banning inhumane practices in the restaurant and fishing industries.
Why lithium-ion batteries have become dirt cheap: R&D
We have research and development to thank for affordable batteries.
Galápagos giant tortoises often live over 100 years without cancer. The secret to their longevity may be in their genes
Extra copies of genes, known as duplications, help the giant tortoises live a long and prosperous life.
Exercise releases cannabis-like chemicals that fight and reduce chronic inflammation
Researchers have found a surprising link between endocannabinoids and gut microbes in reducing inflammation.
Holographic camera can see around corners or even through the skin
A new age of imaging technology is upon us.
Skunk marijuana has chemical compounds similar to garlic, which explains the similar odor
Cannabis may also share the medical properties of garlic.
The paradox of big auctions: the greater the competition, the poorer the bids
Smaller auctions may counter-intuitively sell items for better prices.
Medicinal plant extract used by Native Americans can treat both pain and diarrhea
Native American medicinal knowledge may help scientists develop drug combos in the modern age.
New mineral that shouldn’t exist at Earth’s surface found trapped in a diamond
Scientists never thought such a mineral could be found at the planet's surface.
Colorado man finds North America’s rarest mammal in his garage
The animal was part of a captive group of ferrets released into the wild recently.
The “step test”: If you can complete this simple 60-second test, it means you’re heart is in good shape
The step test is a great approximation of cardiovascular fitness at one point in time.
The ‘Tsar Bomba’: the most powerful nuclear weapon ever made
The nuclear device was so powerful, it was too big to use effectively.
The lowest level of the atmosphere is expanding because of global warming
The troposphere is getting about 50 meters thicker per decade due the buildup of greenhouse gases, at a rate that...
What is a Faraday cage and how does it work?
It prevents the entry or escape of electromagnetic fields
Why did plague doctors wear that weird beaked costume?
The sinister uniform represents a fascinating trip into history, during a time when humans were still struggling to understand infectious...
What is sleep paralysis: the unsettling phenomenon at the boundary of wakefulness
We undergo sleep paralysis every night and don't notice it -- unless we're awake when it happens.
Between the hammer and the anvil: the Federal Reserve’s plan to solve inflation at a 30-year high
Jerome H. Powell, governor of the Federal Reserve Board. Credit: Brookings Institution. In September, consumer prices rose by 5.4% compared...
Astronauts may suffer from long-term brain damage, blood tests show
Astronauts may have to shorten their missions on the space station to mitigate this problem.