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New AI can make 'zoom and enhance' satellite imagery, making it sharper and more useful

This could be a game changer for satellite monitoring.

Iceland resumes whaling, against the will of conservationists and its own people

A small country can make a big difference -- sometimes, it's not a positive difference.

There are so many volcanoes on this exoplanet that they could harbor an atmosphere

There are two very different sides to this planet.

Opposite don't actually attract: revelations from a century of data on human relationships

People aren't magnets. They prefer to form relationships with those that have similar interests and values.

A vaccine against fentanyl and heroin overdose is close to clinical trials

Human trials for these vaccines will evaluate both their safety and effectiveness, with an emphasis on protecting vulnerable populations.

Scientists find dozens of genes linked to different types of epilepsy

The research could unveil new avenues for effective epilepsy treatments.

Did our human ancestors almost go extinct 900,000 years ago?

Early humans endured a severe population bottleneck that shaped our species, according to new genomic findings.

Can Telehealth be a Virtual Lifeline for Mental Health?

Telehealth platforms are revolutionizing the way we approach mental health.

How good is marijuana for pain, sleep or anxiety? What the science really says

A recent analysis of over 100 clinical trials finds limited evidence supporting marijuana's health benefits, while pointing to potential harm, particularly for pregnant women and adolescents.

Why do fingers get wrinkly after a long bath or swim? This expert explains

Recent research suggests blood vessels are the key to why fingers and toes turn pruny and pale after being submerged for a while.

Extreme weather events make forced child marriages more likely

The numbers may grow as climate change increases extreme weather events.

Most US dog owners are hesitant about vaccines, including for lethal rabies

Baseless vacine skepticism has now extended to helpless pets.

Just 12% of Americans are responsible for eating half of all beef

Excessive beef consumption is not only bad for your health, but also hurts the environment.

AI destroys human champions in real-world drone racing

It's a huge milestone in AI.

India's moon rover detects sulfur and other elements on the moon's south pole

Nearly a week after the historic landing, the rover is sending in valuable results.

Alcohol doesn't make other people look better. Turns out, it's liquid courage, not beer goggles

It's time to break some alcohol myths.

Cosmic 'cannonballs' may explain mystery of fast-switching pulsar

Astronomers illuminate strange pulsar behavior.

Rising seas could drown coastal ecosystems by 2100 unless we keep climate crisis in check

Scientists used ancient and modern data to pinpoint the critical sea-level rise rates at which tidal marshes, mangroves, and coral reefs could be at risk.

Want to fight climate change? Then fight poaching

Environmental problems go hand in hand.

Healthcare on the brink -- what the world can learn from the medical strikes in the UK

Healthcare systems all around the world are increasingly pressured.

Researchers unravel the mystery of how plants pass down genetic information across generations

This has implications way beyond just plants.

Researchers created a genetically modified transparent squid -- and this could be huge for brain research

It's the cutest octopus you'll see... if you can see it.

How to see the October 'Ring of Fire' annular eclipse

Eclipse enthusiasts rejoice!

NASA reveals first pollution maps from its new space instrument

NASA isn't just keeping an eye on space -- with satellites, it's also keeping an eye on Earth.

Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and deadly due to climate heating

Climate change is already causing major problems.

There's a new "highly mutated" COVID-19 variant — just as governments stopped tracing

We're not out of the pandemic just yet.

The new tool for helping coral reefs? Trees

Study finds biodiversity can be restored in degraded areas by using trees as reefs

Quantum computer slows down virtual chemistry reaction 100 billion times

A novel quantum method allowed researchers to witness engineered conical intersections directly for the first time.

Record-breaking "failed star" that's neither star nor planet is hotter than the Sun

This brown dwarf is absolutely sizzling.

Dogs love it when you talk to them like they're babies. Their brains light up

Dogs show heightened brain responsiveness to certain speech patterns, particularly from women who use the cute-sie voice.

Could life in space mess up astronauts' immune systems? It's complicated

T cells in microgravity simulated conditions seem to be less prepared to fight infections.

Why India landing a spacecraft near the Moon's South Pole is such a historic moment

First images shared hours after the landing reveal a pockmarked surface

Where does solar wind come from? The Solar Orbiter spacecraft points to plasma jets as likely source

Scientsits believe tiny plasma jets are the likely sources of solar wind, shedding light on a longstanding astronomical puzzle.

Fossil fuels subsidies rise to $7 trillion despite the harrowing climate crisis

Fossil fuels subsidies are fueling a fire that burns the world, but weaning off them is not easy.

Asian Americans have the highest exposure to toxic forever chemicals. Scientists aren't sure why

Study looks into the exposure to PFAS for different ethnic and racial groups.

Why we need to set limits on sperm donation

When donors can father multiple children, there are risks that need to be considered

We can probably start a Mars colony with only 22 people

The minimum number of people may be even lower — but only if the participants are mentally stable.

Common supplements may reverse age-related hearing loss

Experiments with mice show that phytosterols supplements might enhance the function of sensory cells and combat age-related hearing loss.

The 2023 Blue Moon will be a supermoon combo not seen again in our lifetimes

Get ready for an extraordinary sight on August 30—the rare convergence of a supermoon and blue moon in the night sky.]

Clay brick is a time capsule of plants from over 2,900 years ago

This new study opens up the potential to study many ancient clay bricks in a new way.

Channeling anger could help us fight climate change

Want people to care about the climate? Make them angry.

Tropical forests may become too hot for photosynthesis

Scientists raise the alarm after they found global heating could impair photosynthesis in tropical forests, ushering in potentially irreversible changes.

Scientists finally sequence the Y chromosome for the first time

Mapping the intricate Y chromosome opens up new avenues of genetic research.

Color-shifting hogfish can 'see' with its skin

This fish is the chameleon of the seas.

Slippery potty: scientists 3D print non-stick toilet bowl that never leaves poop marks

The perfect invention doesn't exi...

Quantum Yin-Yang? Scientists visualize quantum entanglement of photons for the first time

In a quantum twist, researchers glimpse the synchronized waltz of entangled photons.

Zombie-ant fungi and dinosaur embryos: spectacular winning photos from nature competition

The competition celebrates the beauty of nature, but also it's fragility.

A simple mouth rinse could spot early heart disease risk

Yet another reason to take good care of your teeth.

What rats on LSD can teach us about the seat of consciousness in the brain

We still don’t know a lot about how the networks of cells in the brain enable conscious experience.

This air-purifying lampshade could reduce pollutants in your house or office

This type of lamp could be quite useful.

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