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Is Earth’s Core Rusting?

If subduction carries hydrous minerals deep into Earth’s mantle, they may “rust” the iron outer core, forming vast sinks of oxygen that can later be returned to the atmosphere.

Italy launches “operation thermostat” to limit the use of air conditioning

The country is going to lengths trying to rid itself of the dependency on Russian fossil fuels.

Scientists find missing building blocks of DNA in meteorites

We're inching closer to unraveling the origin of life on Earth.

Shoot and scoot: These male spiders catapult in the air immediately after mating to avoid sexual cannibalism

It's a spider-eat-spider world out there, but these nifty males have evolved strong legs to get out of harm's way.

Add another shortage to the list: The world is running out of sand

Yes, the world is really running out of sand.

Rock dust could be the next big thing to bring down agriculture emissions

Managing agricultural soil with rock dust can capture a lot of greenhouse gas emissions.

Pompeii enlists robot dog to inspect the ancient’s city streets

A new solution for a pretty old place.

Over 230,000 American lives could have been saved from COVID-19 -- if people got vaccinated sooner

Disinformation and vaccine hesitancy have cost the US people dearly.

Southeast Asia has a rice yield problem. It could be devastating in the long run

It's one of the biggest agricultural challenges of the coming decades.

Dangerous superbug can be transmitted from pigs to humans

If you needed yet another reason to eat less meat, here it is.

Scientists make foot-tickling device that fits inside shoes to relieve stress

This is not just some quirky gadget though.

MDMA's miserable comedowns may actually be caused by impurities, not the drug itself

Pure MDMA taken in the right amount and setting can be an antidepressant, whereas the typical use at raves leads to the opposite effects.

We now know how the bizarre platypus and echidna arrived to Australia from the Antarctic

The fossil record shows a rich and intricate history for these unique creatures.

Why did the Vikings abandon their successful settlement in Greenland?

A series of droughts, and not the cold, pushed the Vikings away from Greenland.

Here's why crows and ravens thrive almost anywhere in the world

A combination of brain and brawn make them some of the most adaptable birds you can find.

The pharmanauts: how will astronauts produce drugs on deep space missions?

Scientists have come up with some pretty inventive ways to produce interstellar drugs -- because astronauts will likely need them.

Regular blood donations can help remove toxic 'forever chemicals' from our bodies

Whether this is a viable long-term solution remains to be seen.

The world is facing a “hidden” insect apocalypse

Climate change and habitat loss are triggering a global drop in insect numbers -- and it's not really that hidden.

There's a new hypothesis for T rex's small arms

But you probably wouldn't say it to its face.

Scientists use tiny molecular robots to transport cargo for the first time

Japanese scientists created a robot army that contains DNA. These fascinating molecular robots soon might get brains too.

Cannabis poisoning cases among pets are on the rise in the US and Canada

If you use cannabis based products, be responsible and make sure they are out of your pet's reach.

Scientists publish NASA “wish list” that includes a trip to Uranus

The list also includes landing on Saturn’s moon Enceladus and getting the samples of Martian rock from the Perseverance rover.

Physicists finally unveil the best way to twist open an Oreo cookie

Team of engineers used an “oreometer” to answer a burning dessert question

Pupil dilation can be used to diagnose aphantasia, the lack of visual imagination

This is one of the first reliable pieces of evidence that people with aphantasia are trying to create mental images, but can't.

The Biden administration will invest $6bn in keeping nuclear reactors operational

The goal is to help us wean off of fossil fuels.

Pterosaurs had feathers -- but they weren't used for flying

Using feathers for thermoregulation and signaling may be hundreds of millions of years old.

Excessive weight can almost double the risk of developing endometrial cancer -- and we're pinpointing why

A healthy, balanced diet and active lifestyle can help drastically reduce the risk of a womb cancer diagnosis.

For a whole day in March, wind was the second-largest source of electricity in the US

Such a milestone showcases how far wind energy has come from its humble beginnings.

Jupiter's moon Europa may have liquid water very close to its surface

A new study likens processes on Europa to those on Earth, with far-reaching implications.

Pathogens influence building architecture -- the coronavirus will be no exception

From something simple as ensuring air circulation to futuristic designs, building can be our ally in the fight against diseases.

Some 15,000 years ago, a prehistoric culture created intricate art by firelight

There's more to this art than meets the eye.

There's a new approved COVID-19 vaccine. What's the deal with it?

The UK gave the green light to a new vaccine produced by French pharmaceutical company Valneva.

Around 1 in 3 Covid patients develop “long Covid,” US study finds

People with a history of hospitalization, diabetes and higher body mass index were more likely to develop the condition.

Rat tumors destroyed with ultrasound don't come back. Human trials are already underway

The technique could offer an innovative way to treat cancerous tumors.

New NASA alloy is 1000 times more durable than what's currently used in spacecraft

A solution that promises better and safer journey for flying into space.

Sci-Fi fans, rejoice! NASA “holoported” a doctor to the International Space Station

It’s just the first step of a technology that could be useful both on Earth and in space.

The state of Georgia confirms three cases of avian flu among its bald eagles

While not of high risk to humans, the virus has been making a worrying spread throughout the United States.

Archaeologists use a radars technique to detect buried boat graves of the Viking era

Some of the high-class Viking people were buried with their ships and boats.

Oldest life on Earth may be up to 4.28 billion years old -- and this is good news for finding life on other planets

Life on Earth may have emerged earlier than believed -- back when our planet was still a "baby".

Mysterious sarcophagus found after Notre Dame fire about to be opened

What could possibly go wrong?

These tropical plants remove toxic heavy metals from the soil

Cleaning up contaminated soil is notoriously challenging -- unless you let nature do all the heavy lifting.

Monkeys with more friends have larger brain regions linked to empathy and social bonding

Macaques' brains seem to be shaped by the strength of their social bonds -- and the same may apply to humans.

The current rate of climate change will see Germany's groundwater levels fall "significantly" by 2100

The findings underscore yet again the importance of reducing our greenhouse gas emissions.

Forget dinosaurs. Researchers think they could resurrect an extinct rat

The Christmas Island rat was wiped out from its island home in the Indian Ocean more than a century ago.

Why ‘bad’ ads appear on ‘good’ websites – a computer scientist explains

Seen any bad ads on our website? We're truly doing our best, but sometimes, bad things get through.

The earliest Mayan calendar may have been found in 2,300-year-old Guatemalan ruins

Some of the most mind blowing discoveries happen when you least expect them.

Home delivery surged during the pandemic. But this won't last

Home delivery companies have had a good run but many customers say they will revert back to their old ways once the pandemic is over.

Pentagon confirms 2014 meteor that hit Earth had interstellar origin

In retrospect, this is in fact the very first interstellar object we've ever found.

New magneto-electric transistor cuts energy use while saving space. Here's why this could be huge

This could be the next major iteration in computing.

A vegan diet may actually be the healthiest choice for dogs

Contrary to popular belief, a vegan diet is not only natural for dogs, but also healthier.

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