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Norway recycles 97% of its plastic bottles

In order to reach this crazy-good recycling rate, Norway leveraged a mechanism present in almost all modern economies: capitalism.

Scientists discover 83 Quasars from the early universe

Talk about a massive find!

Want to combat scientific disinformation? Here's how

We all have this problem. Here's how to combat it.

New research plans to keep drones in the air longer by giving them the ability to land

It's always good to take a breather!

Scientists find out waterfalls can carve themselves -- and this might rewrite geology books

Waterfall formation could be far more complex than scientists previously thought.

The hipster effect (or why non-conformists tend to look the same)

We're all humans, and that might mean that we're all conformists to a degree.

Brain scans show that actors lose their 'sense of self' when taking on a role

Sometimes, the character can take over the brain.

People who read article snippets think they know more than they really do, study shows

You'll never believe what the rest of the article says!

NASA captures images of supersonic shockwaves in mid-air -- and the results are stunning

Understanding these shockwaves are important for developing the new generation of supersonic planes.

New neurofeedback system helps people manage arousal and maintain peak performance

Begone, stress!

Napping might help keep your heart healthy, new study finds

Finally, science proves what we've been saying for years!

Physicists say sound waves might actually carry mass

And it might be 'negative' mass to boot!

Massive solar storms are naturally-recurring events, study finds -- and we're unprepared for them

Sunny days ahead!

Breakthrough could double energy density of lithium-ion batteries

A new polymer incorporated into Li-ion batteries could dramatically improve their performance.

Scientists discover the first coral reef off the Italian coast

It's less vibrantly colored than tropical reefs but it is still stunning (and fragile).

Religious material promoting humanity as stewards make Christians care more about the environment

Do as the good book says!

Forgetting takes more effort than remembering

You can intentionally forget memories but it does take some work.

Your eyes give you away when you're making a mistake -- but only for certain kinds of mistakes

The eyes never lie.

Italy: No vaccine, no school

The law was viciously attacked by populist politicians, but finally came into effect today.

Large breasts discourage women from exercising, study finds

Women worldwide: 'Duh'!

Solar and wind supply more than 10% of electricity in 18 US states

More and more states are benefitting from solar and wind.

Oregon child almost dies from tetanus -- parents still refuse vaccination

This is troubling on so many levels.

Infants can tell friends from strangers just by hearing them laugh

True laughter between the friends is unmistakable even for a five-month-old.

This is what T. rex probably looked like as a baby

CUTE AGGRESSION!

New gravity earthquake detection method might buy more time for early warnings

This means a couple of extra seconds which could make all the difference in a life or death situation.

Youtube will show fact checking for sensitive topics like vaccination

Youtube will start showing “information boxes” — brief fact-checking bits that debunk some of the most common and dangerous scientific misconceptions. In some areas, Youtube is already showing this type of box for conspiracy theories; now, it will be expanding it to other types of sensitive topics like vaccination. The feature is currently available in India, […]

Facebook to start limiting the spread of vaccine misinformation

These are still baby steps, but they're baby steps in the right direction.

Eye scan might detect Alzheimer's disease

A quick, non-invasive imaging of the back of the eye could spot Alzheimer's disease before the onset of severe symptoms.

Human interference is destroying chimpanzee culture, a new paper reports

Culture shock squared.

Why India and Pakistan keep fighting over Kashmir -- the history of the Kashmir conflict

It's one of the world's largest running conflicts. But why is it happening?

Treated wastewater could release antibiotic-resistance genes into the wild

Uh-oh.

How acacia ants use vibrations to detect intruders and protect their host plants

The tree deals its sweet nectar to the ants, which then go to great lengths to protect it.

Green tea and carrot compounds reverse Alzheimer's symptoms in mice

Spatial memory improved in mice after a special three-month diet.

Yo-yo dieting is bad for your heart, new study finds

The yo-yo diet: you start a diet, lose weight, you get it back.

Timeline for giant sloth extinction rewritten by new analysis

A little dirt makes a lot of difference.

People learn to predict which words come after 'um' in a conversation -- but not with foreigners

Assuming they're paying attention, of course.

Slightly-tweaked microbe could create plastics from a common plant waste material

Lignin’ on a dream!

A third patient might also be HIV-free

A cure is not here yet, but this certainly is promising.

How sleep might repair your DNA

Sleep might mitigate the damage done to DNA during wakeful hours.

DNA study shows Placebo (and Nocebo) can affect your body at a molecular level

We should pay great attention to the mindset we place ourselves in. It could very well change our life for the better -- or for the worse.

Scientists discover and name 103 beetles -- all new to science

Some were named after Star Wars characters or Asterix & Obelix.

First Crew Dragon launch and docking a success for SpaceX

These are exciting times for SpaceX

Hundreds of children and llamas were sacrificed in ghastly 15th century ritual

This grisly discovery is unprecedented.

Ethiopia's church forests under threat from human activity

Ethiopia's unique church forests are losing their biodiversity.

NASA puts InSight experiment on hold because one stubborn rock is blocking their instruments

InSight picked scissors, so it lost to rock.

Microdosing DMT might reduce depression and anxiety

It might also cause some harmful side effects such as brain cell death (at least in rats).

Asia may have given the world beer yeast, new research finds

Thank you, Asia, you're the real MVP.

Bedtime protein shakes might lead to more muscle gain than daytime protein without adding fat or harming sleep

Bedtime protein shakes seem to be leading to better gains than daytime intake.

Art-integrated science lessons make some students 'learn at 105%', new study finds

That's not a typo. The authors were surprised, too.

Benefits of quitting smoking offset weight gain in people with diabetes

Gaining a couple extra pounds is still less harmful than smoking itself for people with diabetes.