Year: 2026
The TOI-201 system features a super-Earth, a warmer Jupiter, and a massive brown dwarf, showcasing unique orbital periods of 5.8, 53, and 2,900 days, respectively. Artistic…
The Acheulian hominins at Gesher Benot Ya’akov, an archaeological site in Israel, utilized driftwood from lake shores for their hearths, according to groundbreaking research led by…
Renowned astronomers utilizing the Dark Energy Spectrometer (DESI) at NSF’s Nicholas U. Mayall 4-meter Telescope have generated the most extensive high-resolution 3D map of the universe.…
Space is abundant. If we shift our gaze from Earth and the Milky Way to intergalactic space, the average density is approximately 1 atom per cubic…
When researchers examine intricate human diseases like cancer, a crucial step involves comparing the DNA sequence of a affected individual to a template of genetic information…
Since British pop icon David Bowie first posed the question in 1971, “Does life exist on Mars?” NASA has successfully landed five rovers on Mars. The…
Industrial processes like mining, smelting, and electronics manufacturing generate significant environmental waste, contaminating soil with toxic metals detrimental to plant and animal life.. The removal of…
Sepsis is an extreme reaction of the body to infection. This occurs when the immune system overreacts, causing damage to its own organs and tissues. While…
Astrophysics has long pursued the enigmatic concept of dark matter. This investigation was notably advanced by Vera Rubin in the 1970s when it became apparent that…
Nearly a week has passed since the four astronauts of the Artemis II mission returned from their historic lunar journey, yet the crew members shared on…
Cells transport substances by encapsulating them in membrane bubbles known as vesicles, which journey to different locations. These vesicles merge with other vesicles to release their…
Computational cancer researchers utilizing machine learning technology face a critical challenge. Large datasets are available for training machine learning models, but the process is demanding due…
Scientists, policymakers, and community leaders have undertaken numerous initiatives to combat racism in our society. While projects aimed at supporting victims and holding perpetrators accountable for…
In the intriguing realm of the paranormal, one captivating phenomenon continuously captures interest: the near-death experience (NDE). Many describe encounters with a bright light at the…
Scientists, policymakers, and community leaders are actively working to combat racism within our society. Although initiatives aimed at supporting victims and penalizing perpetrators of racial violence…
People frequently report seeing bright lights during near-death experiences. This symbolism of transition is also prevalent in dreams as we approach life’s end. Kirill Ryzhov/Alamy Dying…
Lyrid Meteor Shower Streaking Through the Night Sky Adventure_Photography/Getty Images The Lyrid meteor shower will peak on the evening of April 22nd and early morning of…
The unpredicted tornado in Kansas follows a similarly dramatic event in Michigan last month, where no tornado watch was issued in southern Michigan, tragically resulting in…
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ALMA, Atacama Large Millimeter/Submillimeter Array, Chile ESO/C. Marine Radio Universe by Emma ChapmanJohn Murray At the age of 16, Albert Einstein imagined racing alongside rays of…
Donated blood typically comes from anonymous volunteers and is meticulously tested for safety. Getty Images Hospitals across the U.S. are facing an unprecedented demand from patients…
Australian echidna fossils are exceptionally rare and show an uneven distribution across time and geography. In a recent study, published in The Alcheringa, Australian Journal of…
Introducing a groundbreaking “agnostic biosignature” method that detects patterns across exoplanets, indicating the potential to identify extraterrestrial life through its impact on entire planetary systems. Harrison…
New research from Rice University reveals that sulfur plays a crucial role in maintaining the cool, molten interior of Mercury, offering fresh insights into the evolution…
Recent research reveals fascinating insights into the large-bodied ornithopod dinosaur Muttaburrasaurus langdoni. This unique herbivore thrived in Australia during the mid-Cretaceous period, showcasing features like a…
Exploring the Neanderthal Family Reconstruction P. Prairie/E. Daines/Science Photo Library Recent research indicates that Neanderthal infants were likely physically smaller than their homo sapiens counterparts. A…
The DESI project has produced an unprecedented map of galaxies and quasars across the cosmos, with Earth positioned at the center. Credit: Claire Laman/DESI collaboration The…
Monkeys Navigate Virtual Worlds Using Brain-Computer Interface Peter Jansen et al. 2026 Equipped with advanced brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), monkeys demonstrated their ability to navigate various virtual…
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Numerous animals have earned the title of intimidating, but one surpasses them all as the deadliest. Specifically, this creature is responsible for the highest number of…
Observations from the Subaru Telescope on January 7, 2026, indicated an unexpectedly low ratio of carbon dioxide to water in the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, implying alterations…
Astronomers have made an astonishing discovery: two supermassive black holes are trapped in a death spiral at the center of the distant galaxy Markarian 501, located…
Decades after mapping the nerves of the penis, scientists have successfully mapped the nerves in the clitoris, according to new research that is pending peer review.…
Exciting new fossil discoveries in a 500-million-year-old Cambrian mudflat in Wisconsin have revealed the earliest evidence of animals venturing onto land, along with insights into their…
NASA has not yet commented on the current status of the Orion heat shield or when a comprehensive analysis of its performance will be released. In…
This week, record-breaking heat is set to blanket the eastern United States, from the Plains to the Northeast, pushing temperatures to unprecedented heights. Subscribe for an…
Lyudmila Dybrenko’s courageous stand in Chernobyl during the Russian occupation in 2022 Mykhailo Palinchak On February 24, 2022, as Russian forces invaded Ukraine through Belarus, Lyudmila…
Anatoly Doroshenko is entering Chernobyl’s reactor No. 4 for essential radiation measurements. Credit: Mykhailo Palinchak The ruins of Chernobyl’s Reactor No. 4 are among the most…
Exploring Healthy Beef Consumption in the US Image Credit: Westend61 GmbH/Alamy The US government recently unveiled new dietary guidelines, igniting discussions around beef consumption. With red…
Super El Niño Results in 1998 China FloodsPhoto by Robin Beck/AFP via Getty Images Recent models predict the emergence of an exceptionally strong El Niño climate…