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As we approach the holiday season, many of us are eagerly anticipating the savings and deals that come with Black Friday and Christmas sales. Whether you're shopping for gifts or treating yourself, it can...

The turquoise-encrusted wooden mask from the Aztec civilization is believed to represent Xiuhtecuhtli, the Aztec god of fire. This mask, currently on display at the British Museum in London, was likely taken by the...

With the increasing reliance on GPS for navigation, scientists are exploring alternative methods to ensure the safety of pilots in case of GPS failure. One such method involves using cellphone signals as a backup...

A child in California has recently been diagnosed with H5N1 bird flu, making them the first child in the United States to contract the virus. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...

In early November, three small Australian satellites from Curtin University's Binar Space Program burned up in the Earth's atmosphere. These cube satellites, known as Binar-2, 3, and 4, were expected to last for six...

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been making waves in recent times, with some companies touting its ability to predict the future. But what about using AI to delve into the past and communicate with members...

Celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz, known for his investments in health care, tech, and food companies, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This agency...

The United Kingdom is currently facing a significant challenge in the form of a new AI arms race with countries like Russia and North Korea. Minister Pat McFadden will address this issue at the...

Every November, Americans come together to celebrate Thanksgiving, a holiday that commemorates the partnership between English colonists and the Wampanoag people in the 17th century. While the story taught in schools may be a...

Off the coast of Kenya, archaeologists have discovered a shipwreck that may date back to one of Vasco da Gama's historic voyages into the Indian Ocean 500 years ago. The wreck, believed to be...

A crucial current in the Atlantic Ocean that helps regulate the Earth's climate is weakening at a faster rate than previously anticipated. This current, known as the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), plays a...

Scientists have recently made a groundbreaking discovery regarding cosmic rays, which are high-energy particles originating from various sources in space. These cosmic rays, composed of electrons and their antimatter counterparts, positrons, have been detected...

A mini-moon that has been orbiting Earth for the past two months is set to peel away from our planet's orbit today. The bus-size asteroid, known as 2024 PT5, is currently 2 million miles...

Eight years ago, when the Trump administration was about to begin, mathematician John Baez took action to preserve public climate data from federal websites. He, along with a group of friends, downloaded large amounts...

Rachel Feltman: Hi everyone, it's Rachel Feltman here with the latest science news from Scientific American's Science Quickly. Today, we're going to dive into the recent news about Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is...

Preventing Future Pandemics: Confronting the Dangers of Silent SpreadThe way we typically classify respiratory illnesses is based on their symptoms. Public health messaging often focuses on these symptoms, advising symptomatic individuals to stay home...

Robert Jay Lifton, a research psychiatrist, emphasizes the importance of factual truth in society in light of the 2024 U.S. election and the rise of false realities. He discusses how the breakdown of factual...

Humor is a powerful tool that can help us navigate through difficult times, according to psychologists. It can provide relief from stress, anger, fear, and anxiety, allowing us to cope with challenging emotions in...

Microsoft recently acknowledged that users were experiencing difficulties with Outlook and Teams and has taken steps to address the issue. The problem was attributed to a recent change in its Exchange Online program, causing...

A ceramic battery manufacturer recently introduced a new solid-state battery concept that has the potential to revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) industry. This innovative battery can be charged from 5% to 60% capacity in...

The Indian Ocean geoid low, located in the Laccadive Sea southwest of India, is a fascinating phenomenon that has puzzled scientists for decades. This massive gravity hole, where sea levels are significantly lower than...

Sharks are one of the oldest creatures on Earth, dating back to before dinosaurs and trees. With over 500 modern species ranging from small fish to massive 60-foot giants, they are incredibly diverse and...

The incredible underwater footage captured for Netflix's new series "Our Oceans" shows a coconut octopus using stones as ammunition to shoot at predatory fish while hiding in a clam shell. This behavior, never seen...

Looking to start stargazing or upgrade your telescope for a better view of the night sky? Black Friday is the perfect time to snag a deal on a Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ telescope, now available...

I love it when a seemingly simple question leads to profound insight. For example, why is the sky dark at night? At first glance, it may seem like a basic question with an obvious...

In the 2024 election, voters showed their support for abortion rights measures while also electing anti-abortion candidates. This paradox highlights the complex abortion landscape post-Dobbs decision.After the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision, which led to...

Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in northern Syria, unearthing what appears to be the oldest example of alphabetic writing ever found. The finding, a small clay cylinder from a tomb in Umm el-Marra,...

Mathematicians have traditionally developed proofs through careful line-by-line construction, but the landscape is changing with the rise of artificial intelligence. AI assistants, known as co-pilots, are stepping in to help mathematicians with proof development,...

President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House could embolden Republicans who want to weaken or repeal the Affordable Care Act. However, implementing such changes would still face procedural and political hurdles. Trump has...

Amazon is currently offering a great Black Friday deal on the Adidas Ultraboost Light Running Shoe. You can save $106.66 on this top-rated running shoe, which is a discount of 56% off the regular...