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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to spend a night on Mars? This excerpt from the new book "Daydreaming in the Solar System" by John E. Moores and Jesse Rogerson, takes...

Billions of years of evolution have made modern cells very complex. Inside cells are small compartments called organelles that do specific functions for the cell to survive. For example, the nucleus stores genetic material,...

New research has uncovered genetic markers that could indicate the early stages of multiple sclerosis (MS) before symptoms appear, according to scientists. MS is a disease that causes inflammation in the brain and spinal...

In ancient times, people in Greece and Rome were already aware that humans were harming the environment. The literature from that era contains many references to the damage being done to the Earth. The...

The Vikings were among the first Europeans to reach North America, landing in what is now Newfoundland, Canada, around A.D. 1000. They established an outpost at L'anse aux Meadows but did not colonize North...

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured an incredible image of the super star cluster Westerlund 1, located 12,000 light-years away in the constellation Ara. This cluster is known as a galactic factory,...

Dark matter, the mysterious substance that makes up the majority of the mass in almost every galaxy in the universe, has long remained invisible to scientists. Despite its gravitational interactions with other objects, dark...

On October 16, 1843, the Irish mathematician William Rowan Hamilton had a moment of inspiration while walking along Dublin's Royal Canal. He was so excited that he took out his penknife and carved his...

Researchers have discovered a potential grim fate for the universe due to a hypothetical form of dark energy, which could lead to a "long freeze" where all activity essentially ceases as everything grows cold....

You may have heard that certain foods and drinks can interfere with medications, like grapefruit and alcohol. But did you know that dairy products can also impact the effectiveness of some drugs, particularly antibiotics?...

Archaeologists in southeastern Turkey have made an exciting discovery of a fourth-century Roman military structure at Hasankeyf, a historic site that has been continuously inhabited for over 10,000 years. This newly uncovered fort confirms...

Chances are, you've heard a spooky ghost story from someone you know. Maybe you've even had a ghostly encounter yourself. But despite the lack of scientific evidence, why do people believe they've seen or...

Author Sönke Johnsen takes readers on a fascinating journey into the deep sea, where unique feeding habits have evolved among creatures in the open ocean. In this mysterious world, finding food is a complex...

The Greater short-horned lizard, also known as Phrynosoma hernandesi, is a fascinating creature found in North and Central America. These unique lizards have a distinctive appearance with a squat, flat shape and short snouts,...

The Ordo Sonic+ electric toothbrush has been put to the test by expert reviewers at Live Science, and the verdict is in. This toothbrush is a no-frills option that excels in certain areas but...

A new invention called the "electronic tongue" is revolutionizing taste testing and food safety. This innovative system, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), is capable of distinguishing between different coffee blends, detecting spoiled juice, and...

A company recently fell victim to a cyber attack after unknowingly hiring a North Korean cyber criminal disguised as an IT contractor. This incident highlights a new tactic employed by North Korean hackers to...

Physics experiments have revolutionized our understanding of the world and have led to groundbreaking discoveries that have shaped our technology and society. From ancient times to the present day, scientists have conducted experiments that...

Mars Express orbiter recently captured images of the Australe Scopuli region on Mars, revealing mysterious surface features as the ice cap melts during spring. The images show a mix of carbon dioxide and water...

Videographers recently captured an amazing sight off the coast of San Diego, where one of the largest tidal blooms of glowing algae was seen in Southern California. This stunning ocean light show was featured...

The seasonal flu can lead to severe complications, including overblown immune reactions, lung damage, and heart inflammation. Each year, about 8% of people in the United States get sick with influenza, with thousands dying...

In 1998, archaeologist Mauro Calattini discovered the remains of an ice age baby boy in a cave in Monopoli, Italy. The child, who lived around 17,000 years ago, likely died from a congenital heart...

A trial of a rigid sail to reduce carbon footprints in commercial ships is currently underway in the Irish Sea. The sail being tested resembles an aircraft wing and is being fitted onto one...

Scientists have recently unveiled a new humanoid robot called STAR1, which has set a world record for its top speed of over 8 miles per hour (mph). This robot, built by the Chinese company...

Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico is home to a stunning underground world filled with limestone formations and gypsum crystals. The caverns, located within the Guadalupe Mountains, boast North America's largest cave chamber...

Over a thousand years ago, the Changbaishan-Tianchi volcano, located on the border between China and North Korea, unleashed a powerful eruption that led to the creation of Heaven Lake. This volcanic event resulted in...

Hurricane Milton made headlines as the second most intense hurricane ever recorded in the Gulf of Mexico. The powerful storm hit the west coast of Florida on October 9, following closely on the heels...

Cryptocurrencies have become increasingly popular, but the health risks associated with cryptocurrency mining are often overlooked. Recent reports have shed light on the negative impacts of cryptocurrency mining on public health, particularly in communities...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot topic in the 2024 election. While advancements in AI are exciting, there are concerns about the lack of regulations surrounding this technology. The winner of the 2024 presidential...

I remember watching the full moon rise one early evening a while back. It was when I still lived in Colorado, and I was standing outside in my yard. I first noticed a glow...