76 Child Sacrifice Victims Unearthed at Burial Site in Peru: Shocking Findings and Insights
A recent discovery at Pampa La Cruz, an archaeological site in Peru, has unearthed a burial mound containing the remains of 76 sacrificed children and two adults. This site is just one of many...
Valencia Disappears Under Sea of Mud: Deadly Spanish Floods Seen from Space
Valencia, a city in Spain, was hit by record-breaking floods on October 29, 2024, after a surprise weather front unleashed torrential rains across the country. Satellite photos taken by Landsat 8 on October 30,...
Uncovering the 3 Neurons Behind Food Consumption Drive
A recent study has uncovered a simple brain circuit in mice that controls appetite, consisting of three types of neurons. These neurons work together to suppress or enhance appetite, leading mice to eat less...
Adapting Legal Systems to Evolving Science: Why It Matters
In recent weeks, the intersection of science and law has been a hot topic of discussion. Cases like Robert Roberson's delayed execution due to outdated medical theories and the potential resentencing of Lyle and...
Plate Tectonics: Origin and Evolution Through Time
Earth's unique feature of having rigid tectonic plates that shift and collide has long fascinated scientists. However, the exact origins of plate tectonics remain a mystery. Geologists have debated when this process first began,...
Quantum Laptops: The Future of Computing
Quantum computers have come a long way since their inception during World War II. From filling entire rooms to fitting in backpacks, the evolution of computing has been remarkable. But the question remains: will...
SEO Title: Ramesses II Statue: Inspiration for Percy Shelley’s ‘Ozymandias’
The Younger Memnon statue of Ramesses II is a broken statue displayed in The British Museum in London. It was made about 3,300 years ago in Ancient Thebes, Egypt. The statue is 8.8 feet...
Epic Gravity Lens Reveals Stunning Seven-Galaxy View
An extraordinary discovery in the world of astronomy has given scientists a unique opportunity to peer deep into the universe. A galaxy cluster, known as the Carousel Lens, has created a stunning gravitational lens...
2024 Election Impact on U.S. Education Access and Global Climate Change Decisions
Happy Monday, listeners! For Scientific American’s Science Quickly, this is Rachel Feltman. Today, we're discussing how the upcoming 2024 election could impact issues of science and health policy in the U.S. Let's dive into...
Debunking the Myth: Understanding the True Nature of Viking Violence
Vikings are often portrayed as savage warriors in popular culture, but is this reputation accurate? According to Daniel Melleno, an associate professor of history, Vikings were indeed violent, but their actions were not necessarily...