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Underwater communication cables could double as seismic monitors -- which in turn could protect cables

It's an unexpected marriage of technologies.

Circumbinary solar systems -- Second-ever "Tatooine" system discovered

Astronomers have discovered only the second known circumbinary planet system, with the planet named BEBOP-1c.

When octopuses get cold, they rewire their brains and hijack their RNA

This is a seriously impressive biological ability.

Eating colorful fruits and veggies could help you see better -- at least if you're an athlete

Study looks into the benefits of certain plant compounds.

The hot, gross blob: Plastic and seaweed mix could spell trouble

Authorities are warning people to stay away from the blob.

This one-shot, non-surgical contraceptive could finally curb stray cat overpopulation

The therapy made cats sterile with no side effects for at least two years.

Extended zero-gravity stays could take a toll on brains of astronauts

The study's results could impact future crew travel and mission planning decisions.

Deaths from armed conflicts doubled in 2022. But the bloodiest war wasn't in Ukraine

A shocking report reveals a 97% surge in deaths due to organized violence, surpassing figures seen since the Rwandan genocide.

Convenience or culprit? Checkout aisles overflow with unhealthy snacks and drinks

Study calls for healthy checkout policies in both large and small stores.

How patient "M" saw the world backward and upside down

M was shot in the head. When he woke up the entire world appeared inverted to him.

This extinct human species buried their dead 100,000 years before us

They lived around the time the first humans started to appear in Africa.

Think morality is declining? So has everyone, ever

The crumbling of morality is a "psychological illusion", say researchers.

New dinosaur named after two-faced Roman god struggled to survive climate change

The new findings offer insights into dinosaur population shifts during climate change.

Crocodile in Costa Rica gives virgin birth. Could some dinosaurs do it too?

It’s the first known case of "virgin birth" in a crocodilian.

Deadly coral disease is spreading fast, and will likely wipe out 80% of global coral by 2100

Conserving coral reefs is crucial to maintaining the biodiversity of our oceans.

The oldest Greek archaeological site predates modern humans

The findings may explain why Greece has been a hotbed for human civilization.

How did the first sugars appear? A question as important as the origin of life

Could a simple chemical, glyoxylate, have paved the way for the evolution of early life on Earth?

Climate Justice: Global North owes $170 trillion for excessive CO2 emissions

Industrialized nations could face massive compensation charges due to excessive carbon dioxide emissions.

The Arctic could be ice-free by the 2030s, scientists sound the alarm

This could accelerate global warming even further.

JWST detects earliest complex molecules in the Universe in cosmic smoke

Webb discovered organic molecules in the most distant galaxy found to date.

Your cutting board might be contaminating your food with microplastics

Microplastics are truly everywhere.

Weed meta: Cannabis doesn't make you more creative but makes you THINK you are

Cannabis can make anything feel better, even the perception of your own mediocre creativity.

British sharp sense of humor goes back to the Middle Ages

A 15th-century document traces the roots of the famous British humor.

Scientists determine the composition of the earliest Roman perfume. It smells like patchouli

They found a bottle that had been preserved for over 2,000 years.

Bees are crucial but don't forget about moths: the unsung heroes of urban pollination

New research suggests that protecting moths is just as vital as safeguarding bees.

This new robot chef can recreate recipes just from watching food videos

It’s a big step towards automation of cooking.

Renewable energy is on track to shatter even more records in 2023

China continues to be the leading market, but the EU is moving fast amid the energy crisis.

China is drilling a super deep 10-km hole into Earth’s crust for science

The country has been exploring the deep Earth for many years.

Frozen Saturn moon spurts out water plume 20 times bigger than itself

That's not a good way to stay hydrated.

The most important virus you've never heard about: the human metapneumovirus

The virus has been flying under everyone's radar, but the CDC reported a sharp uptick recently.

The proof is in the flour: ancient 3000-year-old bakery surprises researchers

Archaeologists were puzzled by the mysterious ruins. But then, they found a "smoking gun."

Our galaxy may be teeming with habitable planets

These planets would not look like ours, but they would be habitable.

The healthiest yogurt is almond yogurt -- better than dairy

It might be time to switch yogurts

Light pollution could make stars invisible in 20 years

Take a good look at the night sky. It may look very differently a few years from now.

This $1 smartphone clip promises to be a super-reliable blood pressure monitor 

A tiny 3D-printed smartphone attachment has the potential to make blood pressure checkups affordable and accessible to all.

Unlikely temblor shows Martian crust is thicker than Earth's

Marsquakes are helping us understand our solar neighbor.

Has ChatGPT rendered essays obsolete?

Essays have changed a lot over the centuries. They're about to change even more.

Ancient toilets provide clues to dysentery outbreaks in Old Testament Jerusalem

Dysentery goes way back to ancient cities, spread around due to trade and wars

Scientists learn how Botox enters brain cells. This could lead to life-saving treatments for botulism

There's more to Botox than just cosmetic enhancements.

How baby talk shapes the young developing brain

The amount of speech children hear in their early years may shape their brain structure.

Hubble finds ultra-rare black hole lurking in massive star cluster

An intermediate-sized black hole hidden in the core of a nearby globular star cluster may be the missing link astronomers have been waiting for.

This new robotic bee can fly in all directions just like a real bee

It’s the first one capable of doing this

Bizarre climate change theory spread by Joe Rogan goes viral in social media

Climate misinformation continues to be a big problem

Skyscrapers are taking New York down -- literally

As the city gradually sinks, it also becomes more vulnerable to flooding.

Chinese state hackers infiltrate US and Guam critical infrastructure, steal sensitive data

Chinese state hackers employed stealthy techniques and leveraged compromised devices for cyber espionage.

Heart on display: transplant patient finds her heart showcased in museum 16 years after being removed

A woman's incredible journey unfolds as she visits her own heart at a museum.

Scottish woman doesn't feel any pain and heals fast. These genetic mutations may explain why

The story of a real-life X-Woman.

Scientists discover bony armor in spiny mouse tails

This trait was thought to be limited in mammals only to armadillos.

This underground lab could hold the key to building habitable settlements on Mars

This university's experiment will take you into the depths.

Scientists find a way to tell the sex of chicken eggs early in incubation

It could prevent the culling of billions of male chicks.

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