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Deepfake videos are already taking over the internet

Deepfake scams are on a rise, and AI scammers are trying their best to blur the delicate boundary between reality and fabricated reality.

MDMA and talk therapy shows tremendous promise against PTSD

The illegal drug is stepping more and more into the medical spotlight.

AI deciphers unopened ancient Roman scroll charred by volcanic eruption 2,000 years ago

The past meets the future as AI deciphers ancient texts destroyed by volcano eruption.

Honeybees may inherit altruism from their mothers

Researchers look at the behavior in worker honey bees and finds some surprises

NASA shares glimpse of recovered bits of asteroid Bennu -- and it’s packed with carbon and water

The materials are currently being examined at a special lab in Texas

Flipping the script: Why coin tosses are never truly 50/50

New study exposes the slight biases in our trusty coin toss.

This researcher doesn't want to travel by plane to reduce his emissions. His university sacked him

He wants to take a ferry instead to avoid the high emissions from flying.

Is climate change coming for our beer next?

Our hops are not safe.

Beautiful image of a horseshoe crab wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year

The competition showcases some of the most extraordinary images of wildlife

Unveiling Mona Lisa's secrets: X-rays reveal Leonardo's unique paint recipe

Modern science takes a close look at Leonardo's distinct painting technique in "Mona Lisa".

Ancient Viking runestones suggest Bluetooth's mom was a big deal

3D scans reveal Thyra, Harald Bluetooth's mother, as the most commemorated figure on Viking runestones, underscoring women's influence in that era.

Birth rates have dropped around the world in the past two centuries. This started in France — and researchers now know why

It's one of the "big questions in history" — and it may have a lot to do with religion.

A sixth sense of taste? Scientists find new flavor in salty licorice

Recent research from the University of Southern California suggests there might be a new flavor distinct from the traditionally recognized tastes.

In one Japanese city, kids can now send robots to school instead of going themselves

Can this actually make a difference, though?

So apparently, Paris is infested by bedbugs. Or is it?

Paris is probably not the place to be right now.

This new desalination device makes water cheaper than your tap

Desalination systems often incur losses because of salt-clogging. Here is a device that can make desalination more efficient than ever.

These battery-less robots are transformer origami

Minute robots can change shape mid-flight without using any batteries.

Mystery solved? Ancient 'ghost footprints' confirmed as the earliest human presence in Americas

New findings in New Mexico offer the oldest direct evidence of humans in the Americas.

Bumblebees developed a fascinating defense mechanism against Asian hornets

They might not be fast or agile flyers but they have their own unique skills

Your teflon pan is leaking thousands of plastic particles from each crack

We really should pay more attention to our cookware.

Invisible danger: Indoor wood burning raises lung cancer risk for women

Using wood for heating and cooking is more common than we think

AI took a creativity test. It scored better than 99% of humans

AI scored in the top 1% of creative thinkers and this is definitely the weirdest timeline.

A simple approach could be much more effective at identifying bowel cancer

This could not only identify more cases but also reduce the load on strained medical systems.

Some 15,000 years ago in Europe, cannibalism was pretty common

Ritualic cannibalism was surprisingly common in Europe.

Satellite data shows New York City is sinking -- and it's not just because of the skyscrapers

No, it’s not because of the recent flooding.

The world’s first true female car crash dummy is here — and it's a big deal

Car crash tests check a vehicle's safety only for men. Here is how a dummy representing the ladies can make the tests better.

Watch an AI create unique robots in a matter of seconds

The evolved robot has three legs and rear fins.

What Age of Empires teaches us about ant warfare strategies

What happens when scientists use Age of Empires and live ants to test theories about combat and environment?

Why it's so easy to fall asleep on the sofa and then feel wide awake on the bed

It's so tempting to take a nap on the sofa. But that may not be the best idea.

Cannabis doesn't make you more creative — it makes you think you're more creative

If you're smoking to get the creative juices flowing well... that ain't gonna do it.

FCC issues first-ever space littering fine. What this means for the future of satellites

The U.S. fines a TV company for mishandling a satellite, setting a precedent for space debris penalties.

AI translates 5,000-year-old cuneiform tablets into English

A new technology meets old languages.

Fluorescent mammals are much more common than we used to think -- even cats do it

Researchers look at specimens in a museum in Australia to see which ones fluoresced

First baby beaver born in London in 400 years

Centuries ago, London (and the rest of England) was teeming with wildlife. But most of it (including beavers) were hunted down or pushed aside by urbanization. But in recent years, London has been pushing rewilding efforts — and, as part of the efforts, a few beavers were released around the city. Now, scientists note the […]

The Economics of Thirst: Unveiling Jordan's Water Black Market

Can economic models help countries make better water-related decision?

The ChatBot revolution: it's more than just small talk

If you've reached out to a company, the odds are you've interacted with a chatbot.

The Solar System's smallest planet may be getting even smaller

Mercury is only slightly larger than our own Moon.

AI will increase inequality and raise tough questions about humanity, economists warn

AI can help everyone -- but it will likely help some more than others.

Another reason to drink dark tea: it can help against diabetes

Study reveals potential new benefits of dark tea drinking.

Scientists use water fleas to clean chemicals from water

The small crustaceans can remove chemical pollutants — from pesticides to arsenic

Scientists discover well-preserved giant spider fossil that’s absolutely massive

It’s believed to be the largest spider fossil to be found in Australia.

Unearthed in Spain: The megalithic complex that could dwarf Stonehenge

The sheer diversity of structures at the site makes it stand out among its peers.

Spyware can infect your phone or computer via the ads you see online – report

So, think you're safe online?

Scientists crack the code behind superbolts, Earth’s most powerful lighting

They can be 1,000 times stronger than regular lightning

Wild elephants solve complex puzzles for food. But can their wits save them?

We knew they were smart, but this takes things to another level.

This humble creature helps produce more grains than Russia

They don’t just keep the soils healthy -- they do much more.

The Nymph of Tusculum: Beautiful statue linked to ancient god of wine discovered in Rome

They described it as “exceptional” and in great state of preservation

Orcas are killing porpoises without eating them. Are they doing it just for fun?

Researchers have delved into 60 years of data to unravel the enigmatic reason why Southern Resident killer whales harass, kill, but don't eat porpoises in the Salish Sea.

400-year-old cow bones reveal forgotten African roots of American cowboys

Our perception of early cowboys is in for a profound historical twist as DNA from ancient cow bones reveals a hidden narrative. 

Jellyfish can learn just like humans -- even though they lack a brain

Turns out, jellyfish are not just simple, pulsating blobs—they can learn from experience.

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