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European scientists are getting ready to launch a groundbreaking space mission that aims to create total solar eclipses on demand. The project, led by the European Space Agency (ESA), will involve sending a pair...

A girl on a farm is devoured by pigs. A walker’s throat is slit by the broken-off blade of a lawn mower after it hits a stone. A woman fires 13 bullets into the...

Earlier today, a puzzle was presented involving a game where Andrew and Barbara are searching for prizes hidden in fifteen boxes arranged in a grid. Andrew searches row by row, while Barbara searches column...

On September 4th, an asteroid was spotted heading towards Earth. Astronomers quickly determined that it would hit the planet in 10 hours. The island of Luzon in the Philippines was in the path of...

In February 2023, a tragic incident occurred when 13-year-old Hannah Jacobs passed away due to a severe allergic reaction after consuming a hot chocolate from Costa Coffee. Hannah, who had allergies to dairy, fish,...

The ancient Scythians were a group of nomadic people who lived in regions like southern Siberia, Central Asia, and the northern Black Sea area from about 800 to 300 B.C. One of the most...

Quantum processing units (QPUs) are a crucial component of quantum computers, which utilize qubits instead of traditional binary bits for processing data. These qubits harness the principles of quantum mechanics to handle large amounts...

Quantum computing has come a long way since its inception, with key milestones shaping its progress over the years. In the 1980s, the concept of quantum computers was born, thanks to physicist Paul Benioff's...

An extraordinary discovery of a Viking burial ground with almost 50 well-preserved skeletons has been made in Denmark near the village of Åsum on the island of Funen. The archaeological excavation, conducted by Museum...

On Sunday, Earth captured a new "minimoon" called 2024 PT5, a small asteroid that will orbit our planet for the next two months. This near-Earth asteroid measures about 33 feet wide, similar to the...

If you’ve ever parked your car on a hot, sunny day and returned to find it scorching inside, you know how dangerous the heat can be. In the U.S., an average of 37 children...

Happy Monday, everyone! I hope you're enjoying the fall weather. I'm Rachel Feltman from Scientific American's Science Quickly, bringing you the latest science news roundup. Today, I have a special segment to share with...

Misinformation is a growing concern for many Americans, especially in the wake of recent reports of Russian influence operations targeting the 2024 presidential election. While there is widespread acceptance that social media is rife...

Communities in the Southeast are facing the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which is shaping up to be one of the most devastating disasters in the country's history. The destruction caused by the hurricane, which...

Heavy rainfall from Hurricane Helene led to severe flooding and damage in Asheville, North Carolina, on September 28, 2024. This flooding was particularly devastating because it occurred at higher elevations in the Appalachian Mountains,...

Mount Everest, the tallest mountain on Earth, has been growing steadily over the past 89,000 years. Scientists have discovered that the mountain's growth is due to the unique water system that surrounds it. The...

The closure of the Ratcliffe-on-Soar power plant marks a significant milestone in the UK's journey towards zero-carbon power and the end of its long history of burning coal for electricity. This closure makes the...

The Emotional Impact of Puppy Dog Eyes on Pet OwnersThe power of those big, soulful eyes staring back at you as you leave for work can evoke a sense of guilt and longing in...

SpaceX is gearing up for the highly anticipated launch of the Crew-9 astronaut mission for NASA on September 28, 2024. The Crew Dragon capsule, which will carry NASA astronaut Nick Hague and cosmonaut Aleksandr...

The crisis deepens for UK university departments as higher-education funding remains at risk. The University of Hull is facing the closure of its chemistry department due to a decline in undergraduate student numbers and...

Unraveling the Influence of Nature and Nurture on Political BeliefsWhere does our personal politics come from? Does it trace back to our childhood, the views that surround us, the circumstances we are raised in?...

Hurricane Helene is currently brewing in the Gulf of Mexico, posing a significant threat to the state of Florida. With maximum sustained winds of 120 mph and moving rapidly northeast, this Category 3 storm...

Uncovering the Dangers of Thalidomide: Medical Investigation Reveals RisksIn the early 1960s, the world was shaken by a medical mystery that had devastating consequences for countless families. Dr. Widukind Lenz, a German pediatrician, embarked...

Tracking Hurricane Helene from SpaceAs Hurricane Helene barrels towards Florida, the world is getting a stunning view of this powerful storm from space. Forecasted to hit the Big Bend Coast as a Category 3...

**Celebrities Add Personal Touch to Meta AI Chatbot**In an exciting development, Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has enlisted some big names to lend their voices to their latest artificial intelligence creation,...

Unraveling the Evolution of Cognitive ComplexityThe human mind is truly remarkable, unlocking language, culture, abstract reasoning, long-term planning, and large-scale political coordination. These cognitive features set us apart from the rest of the animal...

A cutting-edge type of Kevlar is set to undergo testing on the International Space Station (ISS) for protection against space debris strikes, marking a significant advancement in space technology. Developed by DuPont, the new...

The Impact of Greening Science on Research Practices In early 2023, a shift in the career trajectory of a dedicated biomedical scientist marked the beginning of a journey towards greener scientific practices. Recognizing the disconnect...

The world's oceans are facing a crisis that threatens marine life and global liveability: ocean acidification. Scientists warn that industrial civilisation is on the brink of breaching a critical threshold, with potentially devastating consequences...

Study Reveals New Insights into Defibrillation MethodsA recent study has shed light on the potential benefits of reevaluating the placement of defibrillator pads on the body during cardiac arrest emergencies. The research suggests that...