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Ever find yourself gazing at adorable things until they start to seem a bit creepy? Think of garden gnomes, baby dolls, kids dressed as princesses, and…

Quantinuum’s Quantum Computer Quantinuum What unique capabilities do quantum computers possess that traditional computers cannot replicate? This question is central to a swiftly evolving industry, and…

Scientists warn that the Amazon Rainforest has experienced a loss of the rainfall necessary to sustain it, pushing the world’s largest tropical ecosystem toward a potential…

As individuals age, having breakfast may be linked to a higher risk of early death, particularly for those in poor health. Recent research involving 3,000 adults…

For the first time, real-time footage of human embryos being implanted into an artificial uterus has been recorded. This remarkable achievement, published in the journal Advances…

Tektite forms almost pure glass (with minimal crystalline inclusions) when space debris impacts the Earth, causing surface materials to melt and be ejected hundreds or thousands…

The immense black hole at the center of Radio Quasar RACS J032021.44-352104.1 (shortened to RACS J0320-35) is currently expanding at one of the fastest rates ever…

Paleontologists have identified the Azdaltid wing bones, which belong to two newly discovered species of fossils from the Biansily Formation dating back to the Late Cretaceous…

Researchers have uncovered the most ancient and well-preserved fossils of Pachycephalosaur, a category of dinosaurs distinguished by their domed skulls in Mongolia. A new study was…

A decrease in estrogen during menopause may affect cognitive function Elena Popova/Getty Images Commencing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) within five years of the onset of postmenopause…

Wildfire smoke contributes to tens of thousands of annual deaths, inflicting greater harm on American residents by mid-century than other climate change-related threats, including extreme heat.…

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Some influenza viruses are freeloaders bsip sa/alamy Viruses occasionally contend with parasites resembling sponges. These so-called cheats could be more prevalent and significant than previously recognized…

Amber-preserved midge discovered in Ecuador Mónica Solórzano-Kraemer A remarkable collection of insects and a spider web encased in amber from 112 million years ago has been…

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“To enhance both plastic recycling and reuse, brands should utilize similar packaging for products within the same category.” Elaine Knox Since its inception in 1899, the…

Stephen Pinker argues that “cancel culture” represents a form of censorship Jean-Christian Bourcart/Getty Images When Everyone Knows What Everyone Knows Stephen Pinker (Allen Lane (UK); Scribner…

Recipes don’t necessarily need to be changed to encourage eco-friendly meal choices Robert Nishi/Alamy The innovative design of menus available at all times increases the likelihood…

3D illustration of a quantum computerAdventTr/Getty Images Amidst the excitement surrounding quantum computing, the technology may appear as a catch-all solution for various challenges. While the…

A recent study reveals that taking vitamin D2 supplements can actually lower vitamin D3 levels in the body, according to a research published in Nutrition Reviews.…

The ozone layer has shown significant improvement, with the Antarctic ozone holes in 2024 being smaller than in prior years. New Report from the World Meteorological…

Vitamin D supplements are advised in many countries for the darker months Olga Pankova/Getty Images Consuming one variety of vitamin D supplement may lower levels of…

Paleontologists have unearthed fossilized remains of a previously unknown species of pachycephalosaur in the Gobi Desert, Mongolia. These fossils are the most complete and geologically oldest…

Polar water is generated during the Martian season, which occurs due to the planet’s axis being tilted at an angle of 25.2 degrees, as explained by…

Artistic representation of the pachycephalosaur Zavacephale rinpoche Masaya Hattori A dinosaur with a dome-shaped head, discovered in Mongolia, boasted a mouth full of formidable teeth and…

Getty Images on Unsplash+ I am a centenarian. Not too long ago, reaching this milestone was a rarity, often only mentioned in local newspapers. Yet today,…

Two male chimpanzees consuming fruit resembling evergreen plums from Parinar excelsa trees in Taï National Park, Ivory Coast. Aleksey Maro/UC Berkeley Wild chimpanzees forage for fermented…

Mummies are commonly linked with Egypt and date back around 4,500 years. However, researchers have discovered mummies that are significantly older on the opposite side of…

Senate Democrats are working to reinstate a database that monitored billions of dollars in climate and weather-related disasters for decades, which was discontinued by the Trump…

The global landscape is improving in suicide prevention Gremlin/Getty Images Globally, suicide rates have seen a noteworthy decline over the last several decades. However, certain nations…

Brian Johnson slows or even reverses his body’s aging for more than six hours a day Agaton Strom/Redux/Eyevine After completing his 6.5-hour morning routine, Brian Johnson…

Both of my parents are in their 80s and truly embody the vitality of their age. I hope they will remain with us for many more…

“I’m 87. I don’t feel 87; I don’t think I’m 87,” Elaine Neuwirth proclaimed on TikTok. “The most crucial thing is to engage with others, have…

Collection of Stone Tools from Milovice IV Archaeological Site Martin Novak The discovered series of stone tools in the Czech Republic appears to belong to hunter-gatherers…

Asteroids Fragmenting in Unforeseen Ways Wikimedia/CC-BY-SA-4.0 A rare asteroid explosion occurred in France two years ago, raising alarms regarding the planet’s defense against certain rocky bodies.…

This summer, tart cherry juice emerged as a popular choice during the Tour de France. Cyclists engaged in the three-week race throughout July were frequently seen…

By utilizing a technique known as Resonance Raman Spectroscopy, paleontologists have discovered hemoglobin remnants in bone extracts of two dinosaur species, Brachylophosaurus canadensis and Tyrannosaurus Rex,…

The magnetosphere of Saturn is filled with trapped plasma and energy-charged particles that consistently bombard the surface of Enceladus. This plasma mainly consists of charged particles,…

Recent studies indicate that dinosaurs acted as ecosystem engineers, fostering habitat openness during the late Cretaceous period. Their extinction around 66 million years ago likely triggered…