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Why is human childhood so unusually long? The answer may lie in baby teeth

The timing of our teeth's eruption reveals how humans evolved long childhoods to support brain development and complex social skills.

Most Adults Under 75 Don't Need Extra Vitamin D. Here's What The Latest Guidelines Say

These new guidelines may be surprising for some.

Jurassic Park inspires amber-like DNA digital data storage

This could bring us a step closer to using DNA as the ultimate hard drive.

Real photo wins award in AI-generated photo competition and it's all the irony we needed

We've come full circle.

How do you build tunnels and bridges underwater? A geotechnical engineer explains

Underwater construction is a complex and difficult task, but engineers have developed several ways to build underwater … mostly by not building underwater at all.

Scientists Might Have Unlocked the Biological Secret to Why Women Live Longer Than Men

There are now good reasons to believe that simply being born a biological male inherently comes with a shorter lifespan.

How to keep your dog safe from ticks (and other nasty parasites)

Ticks thrive in warm weather, but you can protect your dog with grooming, environmental controls, and vet-approved treatments.

Norway found Europe's largest rare earths deposit in ancient volcano plumbing

China has a stranglehold on the global rare earths supply. Norway may loosen it.

Slight genetic tweak can increase sugarcane yield by almost 20%

Researchers fine-tuned the leaf angle of sugarcane plants — and the results were striking.

Young male dolphins role-play and practice for fatherhood years before they're old enough to mate

Who knew young dolphins like to play doctor and nurse.

The 12 Smartest Dinosaurs: The Top Brainy Beasts of the Mesozoic

A rundown of some of the most interesting high-IQ dinos.

Scientists unveil the genetic secrets of Maya children sacrificed for the gods

The study revealed genetic ties between ancient Maya child sacrifices at Chichén Itzá and modern descendants, offering new insight into their rituals and disease resistance.

Prestigious prizes honor scientists for breakthroughs in exoplanets, biomedicine, and face recognition

Some of the most outstanding minds of our time.

Once-in-a-lifetime nova explosion to light up the summer sky

This summer could produce a great celestial opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts.

Astronaut kidneys might not survive a mission to Mars

"I’d say that while an astronaut could make it to Mars they might need dialysis on the way back," researchers said.

African king made Voodoo funerary huts using human blood

King Ghezo may have used the blood of his enemies as a construction material.

Revolutionary EV Battery Promises 1,000-Mile Range

New battery technology could extend EV range and lifespan, boosting resale value.

Moderna's flu + Covid jab produces "higher immune response" than two separate shots

Our long-term fight against viruses continues — but we're getting new weapons.

Researchers use AI to try and decode dog vocalizations

We won't have a dog translator anytime soon, but we're slowly understanding man's best friend.

Scientists find microplastics in every semen sample they've tested

The findings underscore the potential peril of plastic pollution for male fertility and human health.

Can We Prevent a Farming Catastrophe from Topsoil Erosion?

A new study says topsoil erosion is likely to increase under climate change, though policy changes now could help stem the loss.

Elephants call each other by name, just like people

Elephants use unique, name-like calls to identify each other, demonstrating advanced cognitive abilities and social complexity akin to human communication.

Universal Basic Income Could Double Global GDP While Cutting Carbon Emissions

New analysis reveals potential for economic and environmental benefits of global basic income.

DNA study shows snow leopards eat a lot of things — including plants

Despite not being herbivorous, snow leopards seem to eat more plants than you'd think.

Astronomers use JWST to peer into the heart of the Crab Nebula

Scientific papers rarely have images this spectacular in them.

Scientists Say Paying with Cash Can Save You Money. Here’s How

New research shows that paying cashlessly, whether by card or phone and regardless of any credit involvement, leads to spending more money

Ultra-thin night vision filter could make bulky goggles a thing of the past

New ultra-thin night vision filters could one day turn regular glasses into night-vision devices.

Scientists discover gene for trust – here’s how it could be linked to good health

A gene can help explain why people who easily trust others have better health.

"Walking Tree" resembling an Ent from LOTR crowned New Zealand's tree of the year

It was part of a forest that was cleared 150 years ago to make way for farmland. It now stands solitary in the middle of a field.

Oldest known words have survived 15,000 years. They include "mother", "not" and "to spit"

These 23 words link modern and extinct languages. You would have been understood if you used them 15,000 years ago.

Scientists find giant viruses on Greenland ice. Here's why this is actually a very good thing

Researchers find giant viruses that may regulate algae growth, potentially reducing ice melt.

Why auroras look better on your iPhone's camera than with the naked eye

Phone cameras are an example of what’s called computational photography. Digital tools built into these cameras can enhance your images in real time.

Meet the Syndrome That Makes You Drunk Without Drinking: The Mysterious Case of Auto-Brewery Syndrome

For patients with Auto-Brewery Syndrome, a simple lunch can result in unintended intoxication

The surprising reason why giraffes have long necks — it's not just for eating tall branches

New study reveals the driving evolutionary forces behind giraffes' necks

The Romans used an infamous narcotic plant — but was it for painkilling or for pleasure?

Archaeologists have finally proven that Romans used black henbane. But how did they use it?

Using AI for breast cancer screenings can help both patients and radiologists

Breast cancer screenings are taking a toll on radiologists. Here is how AI can reduce their workload and help patients.

Swiss researchers have found a way to make chocolate more nutritious and sustainable

Your favorite treat is about to become better for you and the planet.

AI Reveals Nearly One Million Potential Antibiotics to Fight Drug-Resistant Superbugs

Researchers identify over 800,000 antimicrobial peptides using AI.

May 2024 is the 12th consecutive month with record-high temperatures

We're entering unprecedented territory more and more.

Female athletes are mentally sharper on their periods

Women exhibit heightened cognitive ability while menstruating, despite feeling worse.

Martian meteorites reveal secrets of Red Planet's geological past

Who knew a Martian meteorite could be so pretty?

93 Million Years Ago, Climate Change Turned Sharks into Open-Water Apex Predators

Their ancestors adapted to warming seas, but can the current population do the same?

This Velcro-like Antibiotic Could Be the Key to Defeating Superbugs

New study reveals how an antibiotic can trap pathogenic bacteria like velcro.

Japan just built the world's first wooden satellite and it's a pretty big deal

Wood isn't the first material that comes to mind for building satellites. But it may be just what we need.

New lung cancer drug results are so good it's "off the charts"

This is a very exciting result in our fight against cancer.

World's thinnest lens is only three atoms thick. It manipulates light using quantum effects

The lens leverages quantum mechanics to achieve precise focusing.

The surprising history of cat domestication: They were not so late to Europe after all

Recent discoveries push back the arrival of domesticated cats in Europe by thousands of years.

Why I Talked to Pseudoarchaeologist Graham Hancock on Joe Rogan

An archaeologist explains his motivations and strategies for appearing on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast with a purveyor of misinformation about the ancient past.

China just flaunted its machine gun robot dog and it's as terrifying as it sounds

The future of warfare is here and it's absolutely dystopian.

These AI headphones let you listen to a single person in a crowd or noisy area

With these headphones, all it takes is a brief glance at the desired speaker to isolate their voice.

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