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Scientists may have found fragments of THE asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs

Researchers have described the discovery as "mindblowing."

In the US alone, the Pfizer vaccine saved 110,000 lives and prevented 700,000 hospitalizations in 2021

More than $70 billion in costs were prevented as well.

At least 239 dams were removed from European rivers in 2021

The age of dams in may be coming to an end -- at least in Europe.

China brings in hi-tech methods to take care of its pandas

Facial recognition isn't just for humans anymore.

How we captured the first image of the supermassive black hole at center of the Milky Way

In case you missed this year's biggest news in physics, here it is straight from the horse's mouth.

First permanent English colony in the US is facing a climate disaster

Jamestown is of the most important historic sites in the US but it may not survive another generation

Scientists want to make space bricks out of human urine on Mars

Everything we need to build stuff would already be available on Mars.

Russian war could be causing surge in dolphin deaths in the Black Sea

Scientists and organizations warn over the environmental impacts of the war.

Scientists grow plants in lunar soil for the first time

However, the plants showed significant signs of stress, indicating that lunar soil is not exactly to their liking.

Algae-powered energy cell can keep a microprocessor running around the clock anywhere with sunlight

This device offers an alternative to batteries or solar panels to power small devices.

South Korea fits Big Brother in operating rooms to stop rampant 'ghost surgeries'

It's like ghost writing for the operating room. What could possibly go wrong?

In five years, the world could break a key climate threshold

We're nearing the point of no return.

Renewables to reach record growth this year, despite market disruptions and supply chain bottlenecks

Solar and wind costs have increased slightly but even in rough conditions, renewables are still cost competitive.

Seeding stem cells into the brain may help cure Parkinson's motor symptoms -- it works in mice, so far

Other neurodegenerative diseases could also be treated using this approach.

Scientists bring nerve cells from human eyes back from the dead

Using a special revival technique, researchers were able to restore a glimmer of life into the eyes of dead human donors.

Astronomers image the Milky Way's Supermassive Black Hole for the first time

Images from the Event Horizon Telescope prove that the compact radio source at the heart of the Milky Way, Sagittarius A*, is indeed a black hole.

Thailand wants to give away one million cannabis plants for free to its citizens

Cannabis should be treated like a household crop, said the local health minister.

Simple restaurant menu tweaks can encourage people to make more eco-friendly choices

Our food choices can make a big difference for climate change

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help tackle depression in young men

What we eat matters, with overall effects on our mind and body

Scientists find a forest growing inside a giant newly discovered sinkhole in China

The bottom of the giant pit harbors an ancient forest that may be populated by new species of animals.

NASA just recorded Mars' biggest 'earthquake' yet. Here's why this matters

The magnitude 5 quake might only shake a glass of water here on Earth, but it's a big deal on Mars.

Not so wild any longer: all bison in North America carry some DNA regions from domestic cattle

These animals still carry the legacy of a near-brush with extinction.

Investments in schools pay back for themselves and then some by reducing crime as pupils grow up

Money well spent!

This seed-firing drone can plant 40,000 trees a day

The objective is to sow the seeds for 100 million trees by 2024

The aviation is failing to deliver on its climate targets

The sector accounts for 2.5% of global CO2 emissions, and is way behind on its plans to address climate change.

Plants encroaching in the Arctic could form a massive new carbon sink through fresh peatlands

Fingers crossed.

Large ocean fish need 'Blue Corridors' to thrive -- we now know where these should be established

Setting-up areas where these fish can migrate in peace would help these species remain healthy.

Electric eels inspired the first battery two centuries ago. We're still looking to them for the next revolution in battery technology

One species of eel can discharge 860 volts of electricity – that’s 200-fold higher than the top voltage of a single lithium-ion battery.

Why do some people stay poor? It's not because of personal choice, but rather a lack of minimum capital

Once poor households acquired assets past a certain threshold, they started working and earning more, enabling them to crawl out of the poverty trap.

Poop transplant rejuvenates brain of old mice

Replenishing the gut microbiome may reverse some aspects of cognitive decline due to old age.

Instead of mining the earth, just mine our e-waste, researchers call

Recycling our electronics should be a higher priority.

Hurricane Harvey showed us that working remotely doesn't have any negative impact on productivity

Silver linings!

Farmlands in Europe may be the single largest reservoir of microplastics in the world

We might have unknowingly been dumping huge quantities of microplastics on our croplands.

This new shock-absorbing material protects like a metal but is light like foam

It's perfectly suited for use in vehicles, armor, or helmets.

Unique study on identical twins separated at age 2 reveals unexpected differences in IQ

An unexpected separation that resembles a Hollywood drama is providing researchers with a unique study opportunity.

Seven hours, no more, no less: why this is the optimal amount of sleep for your health and wellbeing

Both too much and too little sleep may interfere with our cognition.

Scientists use saildrone to peek inside a hurricane

To improve future tropical cyclone forecasts, researchers sent a remotely operated saildrone into the extreme winds and towering waves around the eye of a category 4 hurricane.

This is the best way to flirt, according to science

Looks like humor is the way to go when looking to find a steady partner.

Scientists discover hidden water reserve under Antarctic ice

A major water reservoir gets discovered.

One Japanese railway company build huge, humanoid robots to repair its power lines

I've never wanted to be a railway worker as much as I do right now.

Long term space missions alter the brain's cleaning systems, but no ill effects have been seen so far

The data could help us better diagnose and treat disorders of this system back on Earth.

Fossil Friday: largest ichthyosaur tooth found in the heights of the Swiss Alps

It's safe to say that mountaintops are not the usual place where you'd find marine fossils.

The faces of the past -- blending science and art to reconstruct faces with Oscar Nillson

The faces of the past look simply stunning.

Hear the growling noises made by black holes as they devour nearby stars

With a bit of science wizardry, scientists have made black holes audible.

US plastic recycling falls to abysmal levels

Plastics use is increasing while recycling is falling way short in the US.

Bat makes record-breaking 1,500-mile journey from Russia to French Alps

It's the longest journey a bat has ever been recorded flying.

Scientists find drug that reverses incurable finger-bending disease

A clinical trial found Dupuytren disease can be reversed if treatment is administered early enough.

Replacing one in five steaks with mycoprotein can halve deforestation by 2050

It's a very slight change for a huge payoff. It's also quite tasty!

Maybe not as good as you think: organic vegetables could be harboring disease-causing bacteria

We're still understanding how different types of agriculture affect the food we eat.

Green roofs benefits heavily outweigh the costs for urban residents

Study also finds Portland's residents are willing to pay for the benefits of green roofs.

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