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The U.S. presidential election can be a stressful time for many people, leading to anxiety and sleepless nights. According to a survey by the American Psychological Association, over 82 percent of adults have found...

Humanity has always been fascinated by the colors that surround us, from the vibrant hues of flowers to the deep blues of the ocean. In a new photo book titled The Universe in 100...

A new strain of the mpox virus, known as Clade 1b, has been detected in the UK for the first time. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed the presence of this variant...

Climate change has been a major topic of discussion in recent years, with the United Nations (U.N.) warning that drastic action needs to be taken to prevent a climate catastrophe. A recent report from...

Flu season can be a challenging time for many people, as the symptoms of the flu can disrupt daily life and pose the risk of spreading the infection. While there are many products on...

Rachel Feltman: Hi, this is Rachel Feltman reporting for Scientific American’s Science Quickly. Today, we are delving into the fascinating world of fear and morbid curiosity with Coltan Scrivner, a behavioral scientist at the...

Our solar system is just a tiny part of the vast Milky Way galaxy, orbiting at a speed of 230 kilometers per second. However, a recent study has revealed a planetary system within our...

Following the reversal of Roe v. Wade, there has been a notable increase in interest in permanent contraception procedures such as vasectomies and tubal sterilization. Many individuals, like 46-year-old Texan Jason Darr, have been...

Google has found itself in hot water once again, this time in Russia. The tech giant has been hit with a fine that is so massive it's hard to even comprehend - more than...

Scientists have developed a new computer vision system inspired by the eyes of cats, which could revolutionize how robots see and interact with the world around them. The system mimics the structure of a...

Paleontologists in Argentina made a groundbreaking discovery while searching for dinosaur fossils in Patagonia. They unearthed the oldest tadpole ever found, belonging to the frog species Notobatrachus degiustoi, dating back around 161 million years...

Archaeologists have recently uncovered a Bronze Age settlement in the Khaybar Oasis of Saudi Arabia, shedding light on the slow urbanization process in the region during that time. The town, known as al-Natah, was...

NASA recently faced a technical malfunction with the interstellar Voyager 1 probe, which resulted in a loss of contact for several days. The spacecraft's main radio transmitter shut down due to the fault protection...

Bird flu, also known as H5N1, has been on the rise in the United States, particularly among individuals who work closely with infected animals such as cows and poultry. Since April 2024, there have...

The U.S. presidential election is just around the corner, and the race between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump is neck-and-neck. This trend of close elections is not unique to the United States,...

H5N1 bird flu is becoming a concern as it transitions from animals to humans in unprecedented ways. It is spreading to new species and new locations, largely undetected. Currently, 36 human cases have been...

Jumping spiders are fascinating creatures with their unique hunting techniques and eight eyes, two of which are large and forward-facing. Daniela Rößler, a behavioral ecologist, has delved into studying spider sleep, a topic that...

One third of the world's tree species are facing the risk of extinction, according to a recent assessment by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The IUCN reviewed 47,282 tree species and...

The upcoming 2024 U.S. presidential election is poised to have a significant impact on the future trajectory of climate change. According to NASA's top climate scientist, 2024 is expected to surpass 2023 as the...

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has been called to appear in court for an urgent hearing regarding the $1 million giveaways he has been offering to registered voters in Pennsylvania, a...

A recent discovery in deep space has shed light on the origins of carbon, the building block of life. Astronomers have found one of the largest carbon-based molecules, pyrene, within the Taurus molecular cloud,...

At least 51 lives were lost in Spain due to flash floods that hit parts of the country. The torrential rains caused roads and towns to flood, resulting in cars being swept away, a...

Scientists have successfully captured the first-ever real-time video of ovulation, showing the moment when a mature egg is released from the ovary follicle. This groundbreaking video was filmed using a new imaging technique that...

Ancient Indigenous Australian Weapons: Biomechanics Study Uncovers Devastating PowerA recent study using state-of-the-art biomechanics technology has shed light on the striking power of two iconic Aboriginal weapons. In a TV series called First Weapons,...

Archaeologists in southern Sweden made a surprising discovery while digging for an ancient settlement - a vast Viking Age cemetery with over 100 graves and ship-shaped mounds. Petra Nordin, an archaeologist at Sweden's National...

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have made an exciting discovery beyond our Milky Way galaxy. By focusing on the young star cluster NGC 602 in the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC), they...

Navigating long-term health care for older adults is a significant challenge faced by many individuals in the United States. The emotional, physical, and financial burdens can be overwhelming for both older adults in need...

Exercising during the weekend could be just as effective in reducing the risk of mental decline as exercising regularly throughout the week, according to a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine....

New research has developed a revolutionary smartphone app called "MobilePoser" that can replace the expensive and bulky equipment typically needed for motion capture. This app utilizes sensors already present in consumer devices like smartphones,...

Anti-intellectualism is a significant issue in American society, with former President Donald Trump's attacks on experts representing a dangerous form of anti-intellectualism. This trend has been prevalent for many years and has serious consequences...