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Historical portraits track changes in trustworthiness

Face-processing algorithms show that displays of trustworthiness increased in line with economic development.

New study highlights vitamin E's essential role in brain development

We now know why this compound is key to a successful pregnancy, in animals and humans alike.

Arctic ice shrinks to second lowest level on record

The Arctic won't be the same by the time our grandchildren see it.

Maple species face a growing threat of extinction

Known for their vivid colors, several maple species are now in danger of extinction.

NASA unveils plans to send first woman, next man to the Moon

The $28-billion Artemis program will mark the next phase in NASA's moon exploration project.

Endangered fish species are legally being sold as seafood

A third of fished stocks are exploited at biologically unsustainable levels.

Frozen poop knives and alligators on gas: the Ig Nobel awards

The Ig Nobel prizes make you laugh, and then make you think.

Infrared mosaic reveals hot geology on cold moon

Saturn's moon Enceladus features ice tectonics and subsurface liquid water.

Surprisingly enough, comets can generate auroras too -- in ultraviolet light

Does this mean we can get a tan on a comet?

Short, 10-minute periods of massage or rest can help ease stress

Sometimes, taking a break is the way forward.

Biocompatible 'bandage' heals severely broken bones

The bandage can stick to a fracture like a plaster, accelerating natural healing.

Humans live much longer than chimps due to a slower epigenetic 'clock'

Our cells look younger than those of chimps due to chemical changes to our genome when we branched away from a common ancestor 8 million years ago.

Emissions of richest 1% more than double those of poorest half of the world

Overconsumption and high-carbon transportation are exhausting the world's carbon budget -- and the rich are most responsible.

Pastel Jupiter showcases violent storms in unprecedented details

The big Red Spot is just one of several massive jovian storms.

Yet another study suggests sewage water could be used to predict COVID-19 outbreaks

A growing body of evidence suggests that sewage water could be used as an alarm signal for emerging outbreak hotspots.

6 simple DIY sensor applications to get you started with Raspberry Pi

You'd be surprised just how many projects you can do with little investment and relative ease.

Chinese fishing vessels are plundering the waters near Galapagos

The vessels were caught logging 73,000 hours of fishing in just one month.

Melting ice sheets could add 40cm to global sea level rise

The growing pace of climate change is altering the ice balance in Greenland and Antarctica.

Earthquakes could tell how fast the ocean is warming

Underwater soundwaves produced by earthquakes travel at different speeds in warming oceans.

Australian stinging tree inflicts agonizing pain with a spider-like venom

The tree’s leaves contain a previously unidentified neurotoxin that latches on to fundamental mammalian pain receptors.

What's the most sustainable toothbrush? Study finds a surprising answer

Electric toothbrushes are much worse for the environment than manual ones.

How Stellar Winds of Dying Stars Are Shaped

Astronomers have captured stellar winds emitted by aging stars in unprecedented detail.

Scientists use DNA to expose the origins of Vikings

Vikings weren’t a group of barrel-chested, blond-haired, bearded men. Instead, they comprised many ethnicities and groups of people with different ancestries.

Have we passed peak oil demand? The world might never use as much oil again, experts say

The industry anticipates a fragile outlook for the rest of the year, and even further.

The world didn't meet one single biodiversity target set out a decade ago

We can still act before it's too late for the natural world.

Human ancestors may have boiled their food in hot springs nearly 2 million years ago

A steamy discovery.

Global warming is pushing the Arctic into a new climate

It's already one of the regions in the world most affected by climate change.

Why blue and green are the brightest colors in nature

Blue and green are the brightest and more intense colors and there's a reason behind it.

Perfectly preserved Ice Age 'cave bear' remains found in New Siberian Islands

A warmer world could lead to more discoveries in the near future

Scientists use gene editing on 'elite males' for better livestock breeding

The technique could improve livestock resilience against disease and enhance food production in an increasingly demanding world.

ASMR and the brain: what we know so far about this unique phenomenon

It's been ten years since ASMR took over YouTube. Here's what we know and don't know.

'Extinction: The Facts': Attenborough's new documentary is surprisingly radical

A conservation scientist interviewed on the programme says Sir David tells it like it is.

Coalescing Micro-Droplets Video Wins the Nikon Small World in Motion 2020 Award

Micro-droplets of water under the lens snap first prize for science video competition.

Investors that manage $47 trillion urge companies to commit to net-zero emissions pathway

Investors want their money funding climate-friendly companies.

How the brain creates the perception of time

When time-sensitive neurons get 'tired', our perception of time tends to get skewed.

Human activity may turn Earth into a "Hothouse" -- a warm climate it hasn't seen for millions of years

We need to take action now to avoid the worst climate consequences.

Human-induced erosion could make some soils around the world unfarmable by the end of the century

Conservation strategies could help extend their lifespan.

Trump administration appoints climate skeptic for a leading post at NOAA

David Legates has a long history of questioning established climate science.

Orcas are orchestrating attacks on sailboats near Spain and Portugal, leaving scientists scratching their heads

Better watch out if you're going out to sea.

Is your dog's nose cold and wet or warm and dry? Both are normal

A dog's cold nose aids in the heat detection of prey.

The coronavirus crisis highlights the urgency of closing the broadband gap

Internet access has become a basic human right.

People on dating apps are more likely to exhibit dark personality traits

Yet another study suggests that dating apps are a breeding ground for noxious traits.

Face masks could double as makeshift COVID-19 vaccine, new theory suggests

The matter of viral load once again comes into question.

Graphene face masks could prevent COVID-19 secondary transmission

The masks have an anti-bacterial efficiency of 80%, which increases when exposed to sunlight.

Fires devastate the world's largest tropical wetland in Brazil

The Amazon fires have now reached the Pantanal amid a severe drought.

More than one billion people face displacement by 2050

A group of more than 30 countries aren't resilient enough to cope with growing ecological threats.

Astronomers Investigate Dark Matter's Missing Ingredient

Small-scale concentrations of dark matter produce lensing effects that are 10 times stronger than expected, a new study found.

Animals are picky eaters too – scientists are trying to discover if parents teach them what's safe to eat

New research shows how tamarin monkeys transfer new types of food to their young.

Sterilised insects could help control mosquito-borne diseases

Aggressive tiger mosquitoes capable of spreading debilitating tropical diseases such as dengue and Zika are spreading through Europe, but scientists hope it may be possible to control these biting pests with a form of insect birth control and drones.

Almost two-thirds of the global wildlife population has disappeared since 1970

We can still flatten and reserve the declining trends with urgent action.