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An MIT study found that a popular mindfulness app really does work

The mindfulness industry often exaggerates. But in this case, it really does work.

Russian space agency chief says sanctions could crash the International Space Station into the US or Europe

White House sanctions are meant to undermine Russia's space program. But what does that mean for the International Space Station?

Make science, not war. Russian scientists and journalists speak up in open letter

It's a meaningless and unfair war, they argued.

Russian military seizes control of Chernobyl. Radiation levels higher than normal. Should we worry?

A worst case scenario is unlikely, but fears remain about potential Chernobyl leaks.

How the Scientific Method Influences the World of E-Commerce

The most successful e-commerce businesses employ scientific principles to test out winning ideas and products.

All is loud on the eastern front: Ukraine is getting bombarded with fake videos

War is in full swing in Ukraine. This means truth-dodging propaganda is just around the corner.

A war rages in Ukraine. Researchers are called to take a stand, neighboring Universities are offering their aid

It's the worst case scenario for Ukraine, and everyone is called to help.

Russia invades Ukraine – 5 essential reads from experts

These are frightening times.

Tourists are accelerating snowmelt in Antarctica

Even the most unhospitable place on Earth is attracting thousands of visitors yearly.

Exposure to air pollution could be a cause of ADHD in children

Where you grow up matters, especially if the air is polluted

Global warming could fuel extreme wildfires, making them 30% more common by 2050

UN anticipates big rise in the frequency of wildfires by the end of the century

Magpies: 1, Scientists: 0. Birds help each other to remove tracking devices

An experiment can always go wrong, especially when the birds’ gang up against you.

Researchers can use fiber-optic cables to create detailed maps of the subsurface

Talk about a repurposing!

Hybrid battery feeds cyanobacteria with electricity to supercharge photosynthesis

It's a welcome addition to solving the climate crisis.

These African ticks survived for 8 years without food. Females laid eggs years after the last male had died

These creatures just won't stop ticking.

Intricate Roman mosaic discovered right next to iconic London skyscraper

It's the largest Roman mosaic found in the UK in the past 50 years.

In research studies and in real life, placebos have a powerful healing effect on the body and mind

Did you ever feel your own shoulders relax when you saw a friend receive a shoulder massage? For those of you who said “yes,” congratulations, your brain is using its power to create a “placebo effect.” For those who said “no,” you’re not alone, but thankfully, the brain is trainable. Since the 1800s, the word […]

Want to live like a Roman? This historical rowing cruise on the Danube has you covered

A unique adventure wants to recreate the Roman-time experience.

Balkanatolia: the forgotten ancient battleground where mammals fought for supremacy in Europe

The Balkans and Anatolia once formed a single landmass separated from the rest of Europe, and may have been a major stepping stone in a mammalian invasion from Asia.

These impressive trees can absorb microplastics through their roots

With their help, soils polluted with microplastics could be remediated.

Journalists are blamed for exaggerating, but a new study finds they tend to temper, not exaggerate, scientific claims

As it turns out, journalists are generally careful when communicating science

The James Webb telescope could detect aliens by looking for signs of pollution

If they're like us, they'll likely be spewing out junk into their atmosphere.

Hamsters with COVID have shrunken testicles -- and some men might suffer the same fate

SARS-CoV-2 infection damages the testicles of hamsters. But vaccinated rodents were spared.

The story of King Tutankhamun’s dagger forged from a meteorite just got a whole lot more interesting

Researchers have uncovered new details about the origin of King Tut's iron dagger forged from a meteorite.

These are the world's oldest pants -- and there's more to them than meets the eye.

They belonged to horse riders from over 3,300 years ago. And now we know how they were made.

Hexagon star pattern shows James Webb is slowly getting calibrated

We're almost there.

Scientists find neurons in the human brain that only respond to singing

Further evidence that humans are inherently musical.

Is the Pandemic Affecting Our Stress Levels, Putting Us at Risk?

We're all under large amounts of stress lately.

Playing Mahjong could boost mental health at old age

This popular social game may help stave off loneliness and depression among older Chinese.

Artificial Intelligence is Changing How We Learn Foreign Languages

Learning a foreign language can be tricky. Although a handful of lucky individuals naturally possess the ability to pick up a new dialect within a short period of time, most of us find the process to be challenging and intensive. The good news is that online tutors can provide valuable assistance when needed. From understanding […]

A new problem from air pollution: It could be affecting sperm quality

Another reason, if they needed one, for countries to tackle air pollution

A record-breaking rogue wave was detected in Canada

We still have a lot to learn about rogue waves

Microchips, 3D printers, augmented reality: the high-tech tools helping scientists save our wildlife

Technology can help us protect wildlife -- but we need to tackle the problem at its root.

Climate change is making spring come earlier and earlier in the Northern Hemisphere

Less frequent rainy days are making plants grow leaves earlier every decade.

Would you quit social media for $2,700? Consider joining this experiment

Do it... for science!

Florida is distributing tons of lettuce to save starving manatees

Manatees in Florida are in big trouble: polluted water runoff is causing algae blooms, which affect the seagrass they eat

Australia waves goodbye to its largest coal plant -- seven years earlier than expected

The plant will now close in 2025 and be replaced by a large-scale battery facility.

Even a 3-second workout every day can make you fitter and stronger

Still don't have enough time for your health?

The Milky Way collided with a galaxy in the past -- and this shaped our galaxy

With the Gaia observatory data, we know a recent merge happened in our galaxy.

Orangutans instinctively make and use basic stone tools

Orangutans display an ability that was once thought to be exclusively human: the ability to create tools.

Student uses AI to translate sign language to English in real-time

The software is its initial stages but it’s a remarkable step forward

Just two glasses of wine could exceed a whole’s day sugar intake

Need another reason to quit drinking? Well, here it is.

Researchers have just found the biggest galaxy ever discovered -- and it's big alright

We don't really know why these ultra-big structures get so big -- but finding more of them could help us better understand them.

Energy giants claim to focus on clean energy. This study says they're lying

They're a big part of why climate change is happening but aren’t doing their fair share

Every year, locals from the Faroe islands slaughter thousands of dolphins as a tradition. Now it could be banned

Although part of local tradition, the custom has outraged many across the globe.

So this one wasp species turned out to be 16 species

Modern biology is just weird sometimes.

Tailgating is stressful and dangerous. Our research examines ways it might be stopped

Tailgating is bad. Just don't do it, okay?

Lichens are having a hard time catching up to climate change

Global average temperature is going up, and nature is finding it difficult to adapt.

Employers that help workers manage headaches stand to win big on productivity

Headache disorders cost societies a lot of productive work.

'There's too much plastic on Earth', a new study warns

Limiting production seems to be the practical solution, the authors say.

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