Month: July 2025
Skydweller drone Skydweller A solar-powered surveillance drone boasting a wingspan larger than that of the Boeing 747 is capable of flying continuously for weeks or even…
The rotting meat maggot might have been vital to ancient diets Chronicle/Alam Neanderthals may not have been the exclusive meat-eaters we once presumed. Analysis of nitrogen…
The land on Earth is drying out quickly, contributing to sea level rise even more than melting glaciers, according to new research. Researchers have discovered that…
This week, two officials from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) involved in the infamous “Sharpiegate” investigation were placed on administrative leave. NOAA’s assistant administrator,…
The vegetation in Chapada das Mesas National Park, Brazil, struggles to capture atmospheric CO₂. Pulsar Images/Alamy A preliminary analysis has revealed that the extreme heat and…
Alex Garland’s 2015 film Ex Machina and Sierra Greer’s Annie Bot (featured below) uphold the long tradition of female robots Maximum Film/Alamy This year, the Arthur…
Kyrgyzstan’s Ines Papert, INES PAPERT For many, the imposing 1,200-meter ice wall at the summit is quite daunting. However, for accomplished ice climber Ines Papert, it…
Abell 2744, Amore6 Discovered Galaxy Cluster NASA, ESA, Jennifer Lotz, Matt Mountain, Anton M. Koekemoer, HFF Team (STScI) In the vast expanse of the universe, galaxies…
This week’s Donald Trump AI Summit in Washington was a grand event that received a warm response from The Tech Elite. The president took to the…
Losing our loved ones can affect us in various waysVidar Nordli-Mathisen/Unsplash Those who endure prolonged, intense grief following the loss of a loved one may face…
Archaeologists have unearthed two unusual structures concealed beneath the ground adjacent to the renowned pyramids of Giza, Egypt. Utilizing radar and electrical technologies, a collaborative team…
Research conducted by the Wildlife Conservation Association highlights the diverse wildlife that frequents artificial watering holes in the Mayan forests of Guatemala. Jaguars find respite from…
Nectakarizids are enigmatic Paleozoic creatures with a debatable classification. These beings evolved for aquatic life, boasting fins, camera-like eyes on stalks, and paired tentacles. Earlier theories…
Sporting a shaft-like beak capable of inflicting devastating blows, the infamous terrorist birds have emerged as formidable adversaries for many species. Around 13 million years ago,…
US President Donald Trump Presents Executive Order at the AI Summit on July 23, 2025 in Washington, DC Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images President Donald Trump aims to…
Matthias Oberholzer/Unsplash One of the disheartening truths of the 21st century is that what we perceive as social media is essentially just mass media, albeit in…
Leafy Seadragons use camouflage to evade predation Alastair Pollock Photography/Getty Images Among the world’s most remarkable fish, the leafy seadragon may soon face extinction due to…
Warming oceans might elevate storm intensity, exemplified by Hurricane Milton in 2024 NOAA Scientists have cautioned that the extreme ocean temperatures observed since 2023 could indicate…
Tanks for disposal at a Kansas site where waste is funneled into underground salt cavesVaulted Deep A startup named Vaulted Deep has partnered with Microsoft to…
Media organizations have been alerted to the potential “devastating impacts” on their digital audiences as AI-generated summaries start to replace traditional search results.The integration of Google’s…
Feedback encompasses the latest science and technology news from New Scientist, highlighting the cutting edge of research. You can reach out at Feedback@newscientist.com with items that…
A 21-year-old student has been sentenced to seven years in jail for designing and distributing online kits responsible for £100 million worth of fraud. Ollie Holman…
Music transcends mere entertainment; it serves as a remarkably effective tool for regulating mental states. Society must acknowledge the therapeutic potential of music, extending its use…
I Music serves as a remarkable tool for adjusting your mood, and Spotify excels in this regard. Feeling down? Check out your custom “Depress Sesh Mix.”…
Mitochondria may have more functions than just energy production CNRI/Science Photo Library The energy-producing organelles in cells, known as mitochondria, may also influence sleep patterns. Research…
The importance of online safety for children in the UK is reaching a pivotal moment. Starting this Friday, social media and other internet platforms must take…
Galaxies are groups of stars held together by gravitational forces. Most galaxies originated in the first 200 million years after the Big Bang and have transformed…
The dangers that alcohol presents to women’s health have escalated in the last two decades, as more women are drinking more frequently and in larger amounts.…
For many years, eggs have been labeled as major contributors to cholesterol problems. However, recent studies indicate that this reputation may be unjust. In fact, consuming…
Walking 7,000 steps daily can significantly enhance your overall health. A recent research review indicated that individuals who walk at least 7,000 steps each day nearly…
Certain university courses, such as language, have oral assessments ShutterStock/PeopleImages.com – Yuri A A study involving more than 100,000 ratings shows that university students tend to…
Initially published in 1865, Palaeocampa anthrax predated the discovery of the Burgess Shale in Canada by nearly 50 years. Over the next 130 years, it underwent…
Labeled L 98-59F, this exoplanet is an ultra-terrestrial with a minimum mass of 2.8 times that of Earth, orbiting within the habitable zone of the small…
Paleontologists have identified a novel genus and species of Triassic derepanosauromorph diapsid showcasing remarkable appendages (not feathers or skin). This discovery is based on two exceptionally…
In Clark County, Southern Nevada, the coroner’s office reported last week that there have been 29 heat-related fatalities since the same time frame in 2024. A…
Tracking your daily step count is a straightforward method to assess your activity levels Volkerpreusser/Alamy While the widely accepted goal is to aim for 10,000 steps…
From an early age, the inevitability and finality of death profoundly shape our lives. Our capacity to comprehend the sorrow of our eventual end, as well…
Green-headed Tanager (Tangara seledon): Remarkably Colorful Daniel Field The vibrantly hued songbird, referred to as Tanagers, captivates observers with a concealed layer of black or white…
Artwork depicting a group of Serratopsians with an Ankylosaurus moving along an ancient riverbed, observed by two tyrannosaurs Julius Csotonyi Have you ever considered a scenario…
Researchers deployed lasers to overheat gold samples, measuring temperatures with ultra-bright X-ray pulses Greg Stewart/SLAC National Accelerator Research Institute A thin layer of wafers that fire…