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Astronauts lost the first tomato grown in space. Now, they found it (after 8 months)

The return of the prodigal tomato.

Scientists quantum entangle individual molecules for the first time

A new type of quantum computing technology is now on the horizon.

Eating "comfort" fatty foods during stressful periods can actually make stress worse

Put that tub of icecream down.

The Great Wall of China is coated in a living substance that shields it from harm

Researchers discover the protective role of biocrusts in preserving the Great Wall of China against natural erosion.

Does drinking Coca-Cola clear food stuck in your throat? This trick is useless, says new study

A recent study says Cola won't dislodge food stuck in your throat -- but it won't hurt you more either.

Scientists keep away recurring nightmares using sounds that trigger happy dreams

An innovative therapy puts a positive spin on chronic nightmares using sound cues.

Scientist disguised as a panhandler earns twice as much money by wearing a suit (vs T-shirt and jeans)

Don't judge a book by its cover. Unless that cover is a sleek suit.

More grass, less asphalt. The best recipe for trees to provide ecosystem services

Study looks into how trees could provide the most benefits in our urban spaces.

The Lunar Anthropocene — a New Geological Era on the Moon?

It's time to start looking at space exploration with a different lens.

This study shows why you should probably wear an eye mask when sleeping

If you care about your cognitive ability, you may want to consider this.

These people figured out how to talk to birds. The birds now adapt to different dialects

It's a unique relationship that can teach us a lot about human-animal communication.

New app from Microsoft narrates the world for blind and low vision people

It was already available on iOS and it’s now also on Android.

Uber Eats is using AI to generate food images -- and it gets it very wrong

Companies rushing to use AI technology show how easy it is to mess up.

This attractive Spanish model makes over $1,000 per ad — and she's AI generated

We're only seeing the tip of the iceberg of how industries are using generative AI.

Hackers stole ancestry data from 23andMe on nearly 7 million people

A breach at 23andMe exposes millions to a web of compromised genetic and personal data, igniting concerns about digital privacy and security."

Fossil fuel lobbyists reach record numbers at UN climate change conference

Oil companies are using COP28 as a platform for business.

This nuclear-powered probe will help NASA look for life on frozen worlds

NASA has bold ideas to look for ice on the frozen moons in our solar system.

This rogue star traveled 10 billion years from outside the galaxy until it reached Milky Way's heart

It's the ultimate 'star-trekker,' boldly going where no star has gone before!

New dental treatment may finally replace horrible root canals

This is the medical breakthrough people were rooting for all along.

Mice pass mirror test. Are they truly self-aware?

Mice can recognize themselves in the mirror in specific social conditions, reshaping our view of animal self-awareness.

"Walking pneumonia" is on the rise in China and we're all just a bit anxious

This does not bear all the foreboding signs that COVID-19 did, but it's still concerning.

An oil executive is leading this year’s biggest climate conference. It's not going too well

We weren't expecting anything different

Dwarf planet on the edge of the solar system is soft and squishy, "like a slushie"

Eris has plenty of mysteries left for us to discover.

This year is shaping up to be the hottest one on record and we're blowing by climate targets

Some places may be experiencing a cold spell now, but the year as a whole was very hot.

New theory seeks to unite gravity and quantum mechanics

Scientists propose controversial theory that reconciles Einstein's gravity with quantum mechanics, challenging long-held assumptions.

Oldest mosquito fossil shows males were once bloodsuckers too

Oldest fossil mosquito found in Lebanese amber suggests ancient males also fed on blood, revising our knowledge of mosquito evolution.

Scientists sequence genomes of over 100 magic mushroom strains to make 'designer shrooms'

The insights open the way for tailored mental health treatments and advanced cultivation techniques.

Scientists create healing microbots made of human skin cells

Scientists have developed free-swimming biological robots using human tracheal cells. These tiny machines can heal your body from the inside.

Farmers should grow flowers alongside other crops. Here's why

Scientists are using this technique in India to boost the production of moringa, a superfood that can end hunger globally.

Cigarette butts cost the world $26 billion per year in environmental damage

Researchers call to ban the sale of plastic cigarette filters

Africa has a terrible air pollution problem. We can't sweep it under the rug

African cities have one of the worst air quality in the world.

Dolphins can feel electricity. Here's how they do it

The cute dimples on a dolphin's mouth are not just for show. They help them detect electric fields released by their prey.

No brain, no problem. Brittle stars can still learn through experience

Brittle star behaviour is more complex than we thought.

Could rice husk and newspapers create a new sustainable insulation material?

It could help bring down the environmental impact of the construction sector

Microsleeping penguins nap thousands of times a day

It's one of the most extreme examples of how sleep benefits can accumulate incrementally.

Swiping right but no matches? Why online dating algorithms are about popularity and not compatibility

Online dating is increasingly pay to play.

Polluted air from rush-hour traffic increases blood pressure — even 24 hours later

We're still only beginning to understand the health risks of air pollution

Solar power outshines reforestation for climate change mitigation

It's time to be efficient. In a breakthrough study, solar energy proves more efficient than tree planting in dryland areas.

Google AI predicts over 2 million new crystals. Is this the future of material science?

DeepMind's AI GNoME has predicted 2.2 million new crystal structures, vastly expanding potential materials for advanced technology development.

The iconic Viking halls probably had stylish glass windows

Vikings still hold some surprises for us.

This is what Mars would look like from a space station

NASA's Odyssey Orbit has been taking stunning pictures of Mars for more than 20 years. But this is something else.

Mapping Mogens: A researcher's cat adventures revealed through science

Do you know what your cat is doing?

Scientists age and de-age mice at will: a new paradigm for reversing aging

Harvard researchers show aging may be reversible via epigenetics.

European parakeets have developed their own dialects — just like humans

The researchers aren't entirely sure why this has happened

Dog sniffs out 'extinct' Golden Mole in South Africa, rediscovered after 86 years

The rediscovery of the De Winton's golden mole, long thought extinct, showcases nature's resilience and offers hope amidst rising species extinctions.

Not all sitting is equal: Watching TV increases depression risk by 43%, unlike desk work or driving

Sedentarism is considered bad for both for body and mind. But recent research highlights the particularly negative effects of mentally-passive activities versus more mentally-active behavior.

Big dogs don't live long. This new drug may level the longevity playing field

An innovative drug may extend lifespans of large dog breeds

The year's biggest climate summit is in Dubai. Organizers want to use it to make oil deals

It’s as bizarre as it sounds.

Does soccer heading cause measurable brain damage? This study suggests so

Football fans all over the world — we've got a warning.

Explosive made by alchemists 400 years ago detonates in purple. Scientists finally know why

First described by alchemists, the puzzle of why fulminating gold detonates in purple smoke has finally been solved.

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