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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?

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.

Squids seen changing skin color to camouflage against substrate for the first time

It's surprising no one noticed this before, but a happy accident changed all that.

Giant planet still forming around a nearby star could rewrite astronomy textbooks

Scientists have direct photographic evidence of a Jupiter-like protoplanet forming through an until now unproven mechanism.

Google made an annoying AI that explains why jokes are supposed to be funny

The ultimate goal is to close the gap between machine and human reasoning.

AI turns speech into portraits -- and it's eerily accurate sometimes

It's the racist uncle of computers.

Flying-V plane could be the future of sustainable flight

The revolutionary aircraft design could cut fuel consumption by 20%.

People generally like and hate the same kinds of smells, despite cultural separation

We may not always speak the same language, but at least we can agree on what smells good or bad.

There are two speeds of sound on Mars. Here's what this means

The first recordings of sound on Mars are not what you'd expect.

This plant-based compound could finally cure food allergies

Scientists have identified a compound that decreases the level of antibodies produced by the immune system when it encounters an allergen.

Scientists map the final, definite human genome. Here's why this is a big deal

It's a huge milestone for science but it may take many years before we reap the benefits.

Scientists use old tires to make more durable concrete

Used tires are not biodegradable nor are they easily recyclable. But scientists may have found a useful second life for them.

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