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Seemingly sudden earthquakes may be preceded by a slow creep. Could this be the key to earthquake prediction?

Scientists have discovered a subtle, slow-moving creep in lab experiments that could hold the key to predicting catastrophic earthquakes before they strike.

Who Invented Russian Roulette? How a 1937 Short Story Sparked the Deadliest "Game" in Pop Culture

Russian Roulette is deadly game that likely spawned from a work of fiction.

Inside 'El Capitan' the Most Powerful Supercomputer Ever Built. It Will Simulate Nuclear Weapons

The $600-million machine is powered by over 11 million cutting-edge processors.

Did America really split the atom? New Zealand and the UK would like to have a word

The tale of splitting the atom isn't just about America—it's a journey from New Zealand to Manchester, led by the brilliant mind of Ernest Rutherford, the true father of nuclear physics.

Chinese Space Station Achieves First-Ever Oxygen and Rocket Fuel Production Using Artificial Photosynthesis

When humans dream of venturing farther into the cosmos, one question looms: how do we sustain life and the journey toward the stars? Aboard China’s Tiangong space station (the name means Heavenly Palace), scientists are offering a glimpse of the future. In a recent demonstration, Chinese astronauts operated a series of experiments that produced oxygen and […]

Gut microbes emerge as a natural game-changing alternative to Ozempic

A gut microbe could naturally regulate sugar cravings and blood sugar levels, offering a promising alternative to drugs like Ozempic.

When One Chimp Pees, Others Follow: What Contagious Urination May Reveal About Our Closest Relatives

Even bathroom habits can reveal the social lives of our closest relatives.

PhD-level AI Super-Agents May Arrive This Year — And This Could Change Everything

It seems AI assistants that can solve advanced problems could be around the corner; but what does that really mean for us?

Scientists Discover RNA, Not DNA, Is Behind the Pain and Redness of Sunburn

The surprising paradigm shift could lead to much more protective sunscreens and effective skin treatments.

There's an infinity of infinities. And researchers just found two new infinities that break the rules of math

How two new strange infinities challenge mathematical order.

Immigrants Commit Fewer Crimes Than US-Born Citizens Across 150 Years of Data. It's True Even for Undocumented Migrants

Since the 1960s, US-born citizens are twice as likely to be incarcerated as immigrants.

Researchers Find Hidden Clues in The Alexander Mosaic. Its 2 Million Tiny Stones Came From All Over the Ancient World

One of the most famous artworks of the ancient world reads almost like a map of the Roman Empire's power.

Opening the AI Black Box: Scientists use math to peek inside how artificial intelligence makes decisions

Researchers find a mathematical key to understanding how AI makes decisions.

WWII bombing destroyed these fossils. Now, rediscovered old photos reveal a new colossal dinosaur

Old photos rewrite the story of an Egyptian dinosaur lost to World War II.

Big Boy Is Here and He’s the Most Venomous Spider in the World

Scientists reveal the Sydney funnel-web spider is actually three distinct species, with Newcastle's "Big Boy" reigning supreme.

In Oregon, a giant 300-foot smiley face greets traffic every fall

Every fall, a hillside in Oregon flashes a giant, yellow smiley face of trees.

Babies born on Mars could diverge from Earthlings within a couple of generations

Mars is a strange place and any humans born there are bound to look radically different over thousands or even hundreds of years of separation from Earth.

How a "Schrödinger's cat" atom with seven lives embedded in a silicon chip could change quantum computing

Scientists in Australia redefine quantum error correction using Schrödinger’s cat as a metaphor for resilience.

“Stonehenge of the East” has been quietly moving for thousands of years deepening the mystery of its purpose

Tectonic forces add a new twist to the mystery of Rujm el-Hiri’s concentric circles.

Evolution is not just survival of the fittest. It’s also survival of the luckiest — and this science proves it

Even in a world of absolute equals, small strokes of luck can shape survival and evolutionary success in nature.

Lasers reveal stunning ancient tattoos hidden on 800-year-old Peruvian mummies

Laser-stimulated fluorescence unveils intricate Chancay tattoos.

The dark connection between mass shooters and their deadly copycats

High-profile mass shootings inspire copycats years later, fueled by shared traits and media exposure.

This surprising metal beats copper as an ultrathin wire for next-gen electronics

Thin, disordered films of niobium phosphide conduct electricity better than copper, researchers found in a new study.

Why firefighters in LA can't use salt water from the ocean to battle wildfires

Seawater may be plentiful, but its salty drawbacks make it a last resort for battling flames.

Scientists uncover how your brain flushes out waste during sleep

Scientists uncover a pulsating system that flushes out brain waste during non-REM sleep.

Woman's nut allergy triggered after sex in bizarre first

She was allergic to Brazil nuts, but it wasn’t any she ate that sent her to the hospital.

Archaeologists uncover 1,300-year-old throne room in Peru linked to powerful female ruler

Recently studied murals suggest a powerful female leader once ruled the Moche.

Breakdancer develops one-inch lump on his scalp after 20 years of headspins

Surgeons removed the man's "breakdance bulge" and the patient is now okay.

The Rule of 72: The Simple Math Behind Doubling Your Money

This quick mental calculation can reveal the power of compounding interest.

Scientists Use Math to Show New Type of Particles Once Considered Impossible Might Be Real

Researchers uncover new particle behaviors that break the two-type mold of quantum mechanics.

Hobbyist Builds AI-Assisted Rifle Robot Using ChatGPT: "We're under attack from the front left and front right. Respond accordingly"

The viral video sparked ethical debates about the broader implications of AI weapons.

Did your rent just surge? Blame this price-fixing AI landlord costing Americans $3.6 billion annually

AI is changing the housing market and renters are paying the price.

Melting Antarctic Ice Could Awaken 100 Hidden Volcanoes

As ice recedes, hidden volcanoes under Antarctica awaken, reshaping predictions for climate change.

Strange Painted Penis Bone Found in England Reveals Rituals From Roman Britain

An enigmatic artifact suggests ancient rituals tied to fertility and agricultural cycles.

Chimp Choose Their Stone Tools Like Our Human Ancestors From 2.5 Million Years Ago

Wild chimpanzees' tool selection reveals surprising parallels with ancient hominins.

Toxic-Free Method Extracts 99.99% of Gold from Electronic Waste

What if your discarded electronics could not only recover gold but also help combat climate change by transforming CO2 into useful materials?

Ancient Rome's lead air pollution may have dropped average IQ by up to 3 points

Ancient Rome’s relentless lead pollution may have dimmed the intellect of its citizens, leaving a toxic legacy that survives in today's Greenland ice sheet.

The Birthday Paradox: Why a Room of Only 23 Strangers Has a 50/50 Chance of a Shared Birthday

In a room of 23 people, the odds surprise us all.

Scientists uncover mystery volcano whose eruption plunged Earth into global cooling 200 years ago

In the 19th-century, one volcanic eruption cooled Earth's climate. Now, we know what happened.

Scientists find two peaks of aging: At 44 and 60

Researchers uncover molecular turning points that shape health in midlife and beyond.

Scientists Uncover the Ideal Physique for Keeping a Hula Hoop Spinning

The science of hula hooping offers insights into energy, robotics, and human movement.

Huge Study Links Ayahuasca to Mental Health Benefits—But It’s Not for Everyone

Naturalistic use of this Amazonian brew shows potential mental health benefits, but with risks.

Women Didn’t Live Longer Than Men in Medieval Times. Here's Why

Bones tell the story of gender and survival in Medieval London.

Roman-Era Britons Had Scandinavian DNA Long Before Viking Raids

Centuries before the Vikings, Scandinavian roots intertwined with Britain's ancient history.

Why Winter Smells So Fresh: The Science Behind the Seasonal Aroma

Ever noticed how winter air smells so uniquely crisp and fresh? It’s not just your imagination.

Scientists Achieve Quantum Teleportation Using Existing Internet Cables

Researchers demonstrate quantum teleportation over internet traffic, paving the way for secure applications.

The surprising link between your pupils and how your brain stores memories at night

In the stillness of sleep, tiny pupil shifts in mice uncover a remarkable secret: the brain’s delicate act of preserving memories while forging new ones.

Underwater volcano off Oregon coast on the verge of eruption in 2025

Scientists anticipate the submarine volcano will erupt before the end of 2025.

Earth Might Have Had a Ring System Like Saturn Millions of Years Ago

The ring might have acted like a giant sunshade, causing a cooling effect that might have unleashed an ice age.

America's oldest tombstone journeyed across the Atlantic and honored a knight

An old tombstone from Jamestown made a full transatlantic journey — according to its fossils.

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