Early Homo floresiensis was even smaller than previously thought and may have evolved from isolated Homo erectus populations.

Ancient DNA discovery could be game-changer for woolly mammoth de-extinction efforts.

Ancient Egyptians might have used hydraulic systems in pyramid construction.

People generally find mental exertion highly unpleasant — so props to those who still do it anyway.

Scientific evidence confirms the Scythians made artifacts from enemy skin, proving Herodotus' ancient tales true.

Reviving ancient flavors, scientists brew beer using yeast from 3,000-year-old pottery.

New research reveals why certain paper is more likely to cause cuts.

These amphibian ladies will resort to extreme tactics if that means avoiding pestering males.

The researchers have developed prototype watches and jewelry using the new super-black wood.

Many have welcomed the decision but radical change is always challenging.

Archaeologists don't know who wrote it but the rare find is a reminder that writing has always been a tool...

The colour choice is largely aesthetic but the material used is unique.

Massive breakthrough in chemistry may lead to creating the coveted element 120.

It's over six million times faster than the typical UK home brodband.

Scientists still aren't sure what to make of the substances found in the remnants of Tycho Brahe's demolished alchemy lab.

DeepMind's AI achieves medal-level performance in the International Mathematical Olympiad

Videos show that leeches can jump in pursuit of blood, ending an age-long debate among biologists.

Study finds Robusta coffee to be a resilient alternative to the climate-threatened Arabica beans.

Antimatter detected on ISS could hint at unknown physics, new research finds.

Flushing sprays countless particles invisible to the naked eye into the air around the toilet. Some of these tiny droplets...

Researchers find a unique iron layer keeping Komodo dragons' teeth razor sharp.

An ancient shrimplike creature is helping scientists understand how mandibles became so common among animals.

A DNA test could eliminate progressive retinal atrophy in dogs altogether.

Researchers find no compelling evidence that men can detect women's fertility through scent alone.

New study reveals how neanderthals' cooking habits could explain missing archaeological evidence.

Many VOCs released by materials in brand-new cars are silent but potentially dangerous.

It may be just as good as minoxidil minus the nasty side effects.

Scientists discover oxygen production in the deep sea, challenging everything we know about ocean life.

Some might call the impact just a drop in the ocean but you have to start somewhere.

You can grow more muscle training close to failure, but strength gains follow a different pattern.

UK, Italy, and Japan unveil a new fighter jet concept expected to be operational by 2035 although funding concerns could...

Researchers uncover the brain's unique way of tracking time through experiences.

Researchers reveal the existential dangers of doomscrolling.

New system promises to make spacewalks more comfortable.

It was all for... science!

CT scans reveal intricate design of Roman medical instruments used 2,000 years ago.

New study finds 20% chance of autism in siblings of autistic children, confirming earlier research.

Researchers explore the connection between self-awareness and blushing.

Scientists are buzzing with excitement over this concept.

The Pacific is still facing nuclear blight nearly 70 years since the last test. Many see the Runit Dome as...

New research shows that people accurately judge their own attractiveness and often partner with those who match their self-view.

Celebrating the memory of the world's first and only astrocat.

Research suggests that the universal ancestor of all life on Earth was similar to prokaryotes and had an immune system.

Intriguingly, one of the figures shown in the burial murals looks like a "Westerner".

Preference for evening activity is linked to higher cognitive performance, researchers find.

Jacob and Tibu bravely crossed waters filled with crocs and hippos in order to secure a mate.

The New Caledonian fern's genome is 50 times larger than the human genome.

Researchers at the University of Tokyo harness algae cells to drive micromachines.

China's push puts the global goal to triple renewable capacity by the end of 2030 "well within reach".

A man's violent sneeze caused his intestines to protrude through a surgical site, leading to an emergency operation.