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Ancient 2,000-year-old Roman Silver Coins Hidden During Pirate Attack Found on Remote Island

A treasure uncovered on Pantelleria offers a glimpse into the perils that lurked in the ancient Mediterranean.

Researchers find lost statue on the Titanic — but the ship's iconic bow is collapsing

Even from the bottom of the sea, the Titanic still has a lot to offer.

This Surprising Trick Could Make Your Lithium-Ion Batteries Last 50% Longer

Charging batteries at high currents may be the key to extending their lifespan.

Congrats, you just lived through the hottest summer in history

We're neck deep in a climate emergency. This is just one of the symptoms.

From hazy ouzo to clear math: the science behind a milky mystery

The ouzo effect is more than just a party trick. It's a complex interplay of chemistry and physics.

Elite diversity: Post-Roman elites were a surprisingly diverse and mobile group

The community was not a biologically homogeneous group. Instead, it was composed of individuals with diverse ancestries.

The Bizarre History of the "Cat Organ": A 17th-Century Musical Instrument Designed to Play Cat Screams

The peculiar story of an instrument designed to meow its way into history.

Scientists Discover How Earthquakes Might Create Massive Gold Nuggets

Researchers suggest piezoelectricity during earthquakes could explain gold nugget accumulation in quartz veins.

The ancient whale fossil still has a shark bite preserved into it

A fragment of whale rib found in a North Carolina strip mine is offering scientists a rare glimpse at the interactions between prehistoric sharks and whales some 3-4 million years ago, during a period called the Pliocene.

Astrophysicist explains why outer space isn't just emptiness

While space is mostly empty, it does have some matter and particles spread throughout it.

Why Gen Z are buying "dumbphones" to limit screen time

Amid screen time concerns, many turn to simpler phones to reclaim their lives.

Why Solar Panels Could Be Next Big Target for Hackers

As solar energy becomes more widespread, cybercriminals are finding new ways to breach these interconnected systems, posing serious risks to power grids and energy security.

Belief in alien visits to Earth is spiraling out of control – here’s why that’s so dangerous

The idea that aliens may have visited the Earth is becoming increasingly popular. Around a fifth of UK citizens believe Earth has been visited by extraterrestrials, and an estimated 7% believe that they have seen a UFO. The figures are even higher in the US – and rising. The number of people who believe UFO […]

Scientists Discover Missing Link Between Insects in Amazing Amber Fossil Dating Back 40 Million Years

This ancient insect is the missing link between two living gnat species.

Can Your Name Predict Your Looks? This Wild Study Thinks So

Even though we don't choose our names, what our parents call us at birth could have a significant influence on the way we look as adults.

Water Contamination from Lunar Dust Could Jeopardize Moon Bases

Drinking water should be a top priority for any long-term moon mission.

A beautiful map of the solar system's largest moon

A detailed map sheds light on Ganymede's complex geological history.

Coaches encourage football players to sprint "like a jet" to run faster. And it works

Researchers found that athletes at Tottenham Hotspur's academy ran 3% faster when encouraged to run like "a jet plane taking off."

The real reason why Africa's borders are so straight is more complicated than most think

Research shows Africa's borders were not entirely arbitrary, shaped instead by negotiations involving precolonial territories and geographical landmarks.

What Would Happen If We Drained the Mediterranean Sea? Well, This Already Happened 5.5 million years ago

What would happen if humans dried out the Mediterranean sea, turning it into a giant salt lake? Would its wildlife survive, and if so, how long would it take to recover? These may seem like wildly theoretical questions, but not for Herman Sörgel, a Bavarian architect who dedicated much of his life to this exact […]

Dogs May Truly Understand Words from Soundboard Buttons

New research suggests dogs aren't just mimicking; they may genuinely understand words.

New Report Links High Fluoride Levels in Drinking Water to Lower IQ in Children

Fluoride levels in drinking water at twice the recommended limit may impact children's IQ, says new report.

This poor ancient sea cow was first killed by a crocodile and then eaten by a shark some 20 million years ago

A sea cow's fossil offers a rare glimpse into Miocene-era predation

These lucid dreamers controlled a virtual Cybertruck in their sleep

This is just the beginning.

Anthropologist Gets Undercover Warehouse Job, Exposes Amazon’s Union-Busting Tactics

An anthropologist reports on the impediments to labor organizing—and why it’s still worth trying.

Urban Streetlights Make Tree Leaves a Tougher To Chew for Insects

Two common street trees in Beijing show different responses to artificial light at night, but both grow leaves that are tougher and less toothsome to insects.

Night Vision: How Humans See In the Darkness

When the sun sets and darkness envelops the world, we humans are left in the shadows. Unlike many animals, we lack natural night vision, so instead, we’ve developed technology we can use to compensate for this. Night vision devices, ranging from goggles to sophisticated cameras, play an essential role in military, law enforcement, and recreational […]

Astronomers may have finally solved the mystery of the "Wow! signal" — the closest we've ever come to finding extraterrestrial life

In 1977, a mysterious radio signal known as the "Wow! Signal" hinted at extraterrestrial contact — now, scientists may finally have an explanation.

New Experiment Could Solve One of Physics' Biggest Mysteries: The Graviton

Scientists may now finally have a way to prove gravitons — the force carriers of gravity — exist.

Your spreadsheets probably suck — 94% of business spreadsheets have errors in them

Here's one productivity hack no one talks about: check your spreadsheets.

One change could reduce our global emissions by 17% — but we won't do it

Your jaw is the single most destructive force on this planet. We can make it better.

Scientists discover a new way mountains are formed – from ‘mantle waves’ inside the Earth

In 2005, I was navigating winding roads through the Drakensberg Mountains, in Lesotho, Southern Africa. Towering cliff-like features known as escarpments interrupt the landscape, rising up by a kilometre or more. Taken aback by the dramatic scenery, I was struck by a question: how on Earth did it form? The outer shell of our planet […]

The Paradox of Relating to the Intelligence and Emotions of Pigs

Every piece of bacon comes from a unique personality.

Cocaine Found in 17th-century European Brains, 200 Years Earlier Than Thought

New research reveals early evidence of cocaine use in Europe, challenging historical assumptions.

Alzheimer’s Drug Could Induce "Suspended Animation" in Humans to Save Lives in Emergencies

What if a drug used to treat Alzheimer's could one day put humans into a state of suspended animation, extending the critical golden hour to save lives in medical emergencies?

Oh, Great! Scientists Discover Mosquitoes Use Infrared Vision to Hunt Humans

It turns out mosquitoes have even more ways to hunt us down.

There is no 'safe level' of drinking alcohol: even low alcohol consumption is bad for you

You may want to reconsider that glass of wine.

Researchers finally figure out how to make instant turmeric milk

Researchers have developed efficient method to make a plant-based, instant version that maintains the beneficial properties.

Meet the World's Largest Snake: A 440-Pound Anaconda Discovered in the Amazon

New Amazonian species has been crowned world's biggest snake.

Archaeologists discover Roman Dodecahedron in Britain. No one knows what these things are for

It's the latest in a string of over 130 similar, mysterious artifacts found across Europe.

Maybe She’s Just Tired, Maybe It’s Undiagnosed Iron Deficiency

Around a third of women of reproductive age could have low iron. But doctors don’t routinely screen for the condition.

Hidden 5,000-Year-Old Copper Pollution Found Near The Great Pyramid of Giza

New geoarchaeological research shows that metalworking in ancient Egypt led to significant contamination in a nearby port.

The human heart is unique. Here's what it tells us about our evolution

Mammals, from the mighty blue whale to the tiny shrew, inhabit nearly every corner of our planet. Their remarkable adaptability to different environments has long fascinated scientists, with each species developing unique traits to survive and thrive. Despite such vast biological diversity, it was believed until recently that the structure and function of the heart […]

New lunar tech turns moon dust into drinking water

New process could generate up to 50 kg of water from one ton of lunar soil, supporting sustainable lunar bases.

Matching dinosaur prints found on opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean

Ancient footprints across the Atlantic Ocean offer clues to the dinosaur's last intercontinental journey.

Jupiter's Great Red Spot Could Soon Disappear. Here's What You Need To Know

The Great Red Spot we see today is not nearly as old as once thought -- and it might soon disappear.

This simple trick could help you learn a new skill faster

Learning takes time and concentrated practice. Visualizing things passively may also help.

This blind fish that lives in a cave has extraordinary taste buds on their head and chin

The Mexican tetra (Astyanax mexicanus) is a fascinating species. It has a “regular” form that lives in the waters of the Rio Grande and several other rivers in Mexico and Texas, as well as a “cave” form. The cavefish live in complete darkness and have almost no use for their eyes — so over thousands […]

Zapping coastlines with electricity could protect them — it's just crazy enough to work

Two common ingredients could be the solution to a major environmental issue.

This underwater avalanche left a 2000 km trail of destruction in its wake

This ancient avalanche grew so big that its size was only limited by the physical dimensions of the canyon itself.

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