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Gravitational waves were detected by laser interferometers, but in 1982, indirect evidence was also popping up.
We may be about to witness a new age of the internet.
Although very similar, there are subtle differences that we can use to tell them apart.
AI promises to bring more interactivity and more enjoyable experiences to video games.
As recent events and technology are pushing the world into new, surprising directions, fashion is trying to adapt and stay relevant.
A favorite of many companies, the open plan office is under great pressure and may be forced to change substantially -- or go away.
Golf courses could be turned into something much more useful and eco-friendly -- and some places are doing just that
It's one of the most badass feats in medical history.
Materials scientists have never been able to replicate the quality of true Damascus blades to a tee.
Scientists are still learning new things about why your furry pet purrs but cats are confusing them with their adorable mind tricks.
This portable astronomical calculator helped sailors explore the world for centuries.
Symbioses are dynamic relationships in which organisms of different taxa interact with either positive or negative effects.
You may have heard the idea that we need to protect half of the planet to ensure enough resources for the sustainable replenishment of natural resources.
Not too long ago, toothbrushes were a pretty simple thing. But with a bit of science and some marketing, things have changed quite a bit.
Traditional weapons may soon get replaced by a futuristic laser-based arsenal.
Paradoxes aren't always questions, sometimes they go beyond logic, and can help us improve our way of thinking.
It's steep, but there's also some trickery involved.
Your altered identities may never let you know if you have dissociative identity disorder, and sometimes it's for the collective good.
Thanks to test tube babies, parenthood has become more and more accessible for millions of parents around the world.
There's a new type of chocolate in town.
We're still eagerly awaiting a practical transparent smartphone.
At the edge of the Sun's gravitational influence, there's a cloud of ice and rock. Probably.
Although the technology is old, it can learn new tricks and still serve us well.
The nuclear device was so powerful, it was too big to use effectively.
We're littering our planet's orbit.
They shared a common ancestor with grey wolves over 5 million years ago.
Hoverboards like the ones in Back to the Future II now exist for real. Sort of.
It prevents the entry or escape of electromagnetic fields
Twinkle, twinkle, little star.
The sinister uniform represents a fascinating trip into history, during a time when humans were still struggling to understand infectious diseases.
We undergo sleep paralysis every night and don't notice it -- unless we're awake when it happens.
It's frustration, frustration, frustration
Hallucinogens, and ketamine in particular, have made a resurgence in recent years as therapeutic treatments.
We carried out a study that could help us better prepare for volcanic eruptions.
Yes, it's very rare, but it does seem to happen.
Among others, future houses could enable us to live on the sea and save us from the dangers of climate change.
It's extremely dangerous, often leads to complications, and it's not even a true tattoo.
We know constellations from Greek mythology, but other cultures had their own with their own myths.
For decades, most of the world ignored bacteriophage treatments. But the Soviets didn't.
This could be surprisingly useful for employers.
We can't be sure of its exact size, but we know it was terribly big.
A class of drugs that many pin their hopes on, but is still poorly understood.
Whether you’re a college student hoping to improve your grades, a professional wanting to achieve more at work, or an older adult hoping to stave off dementia, the idea of popping a magic pill that boosts your brainpower can be tempting. So it’s no surprise that the use of nootropics or smart drugs is on […]
There's a recent resurgence of interest for psychedelic drugs, and extreme cases can be very valuable for researchers.
Formulating a good hypothesis is the backbone of the scientific method.
The field is rife with 'neurosexism'.
Wait, are we already living in a retro-futuristic world?
Don't let their comical appearance fool you. These are one of the most capable and resilient creatures in the world.
The hexagon is surprisingly present in many parts of nature.
You don't need to throw all your eggs away.
