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DTU researchers just unveiled a new magnetic material. It boasts a stable internal structure, minimal external field, and works above room temp—key for future electronics.
My cat, Mira, ignored TV—until I found YouTube videos made just for felines. Suddenly, she was hooked! What captivates cats on screen, and is there science behind their fascination?
Neutrinos are particle physics' most mysterious members. They rarely interact, have almost no mass, and no charge, making them incredibly difficult to study and detect.
Forgiveness today could boost your well-being a year from now. A 22-country study confirms this, though impact varies by nation. Harvard researchers surveyed 200,000+ people on forgiveness and well-being.
Ancient skeletons reveal congenital infection doesn't prove syphilis. Instead, evidence points to multiple treponemal diseases throughout history.
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Launched 50 years ago, the farthest human-made object is powering down. Shutting off one scientific device will conserve energy, allowing it to continue its journey toward the solar system's edge.
Space exploration is serious, but astronauts still find fun! Watch Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen play with a mesmerizing, zero-gravity water ball.
A secret entrance to Giza's Menkaure pyramid? Researchers from Cairo University and TUM found two hidden air-filled spaces using non-invasive tech, hinting at a major discovery.
Medicago evolution just got a lot more interesting. New chromosome-level evidence reveals a surprising, complex path—shattering previous assumptions.
JAXA just launched an "origami" cube satellite! This 10-cm marvel unfurls its reflectarray antenna 25 times its folded size, revolutionizing low-Earth orbit communication.
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This week, scientists made quantum leaps, a nasal spray promised to reverse brain aging, and an AI chatbot broke down language barriers for migrants. Big brains, big tech, big hope.
A honeybee's brain, under 1mg with <1M neurons, performs surprisingly complex calculations. Researchers debate how much these "simple" insects comprehend, impacting our understanding of intelligence.
Giant ichthyosaurs, thought long extinct, swam the Southwest German Basin longer than believed. A stunningly preserved Temnodontosaurus fossil from Bavaria rewrites their timeline.
Jupiter's lightning just got a lot more electrifying. New observations reveal unexpectedly complex and powerful storms, challenging previous assumptions about the gas giant's atmosphere.
A neutrino detection in the Mediterranean just shattered astrophysics boundaries. It's raising new questions about the universe's most extreme processes.
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After climate scientist Yasuyuki Aono's death, his 1,200-year cherry blossom data project, crucial for climate change research, finds a new steward.
Newton and Einstein's gravity laws hold true across the cosmos, confirmed by galaxy clusters. This strengthens the case for dark matter, explaining cosmic motion discrepancies.
Unlock a material's behavior by understanding its internal "texture." USC's Zhenglu Li designs materials by manipulating these hidden patterns, revolutionizing their properties.
A 2,200-year-old Roman shipwreck off Croatia held wine, but scientists found a greater treasure: its unique waterproofing layer. Discovered in 2016, its sinking remains a mystery.
Unlock quantum secrets! A new method reveals hidden order in quantum systems, poised to revolutionize measurement and application.
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Quantum mechanics, gravity, and time: a new study, co-funded by FQxI, suggests these fundamental forces are more intertwined than we ever imagined.
Fluid gears" could revolutionize mechanical devices. This innovative invention promises significant improvements in efficiency and performance.
Superbugs beware: Tormentil, a traditional plant, shows promise against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Lab tests reveal it limits growth and boosts antibiotic power.
Songbird brains refresh themselves in ways that could inspire new human therapies. The tiny zebra finch, a remarkable learner, is revealing secrets to how brains master new skills.
100 million years ago, 65-foot "krakens" ruled Earth's oceans. A new Science study reveals these gigantic octopuses were apex predators, dominating the marine food chain.
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A 19-meter octopus may have ruled ancient oceans 100 million years ago, according to new fossil evidence.
A cosmic visitor from beyond our solar system, 3I/ATLAS, was spotted in July 2025. As only the third interstellar object ever detected, it offered a rare, brief chance to study alien formation conditions.
Homer's epic "Catalog of Ships," detailing Greek forces bound for Troy, may be the first Greek literary text ever found in a mummification context.
China just found the 11th new lunar mineral! Named Cerium-Magnesium Changesite, this tiny, fluorescent mineral could revolutionize lighting technology on Earth.
Predictive text is more complex than you think. Scientists reveal our brains undergo an intricate process to anticipate words, far beyond simple AI algorithms.
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MIT just bridged quantum and classical physics! A new study shows classical math can explain "spooky" quantum behavior, challenging our understanding of the subatomic world.
Neurobots, xenobots with neurons, self-organize nervous systems and enhance behaviors. This reveals new insights into how biology builds functional structures.
Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, might be a rare "petit-spot." New research suggests it forms from deep mantle magma, challenging its traditional classification.
Life itself hinges on chemical reactions, powering cells, proteins, and DNA. But these vital, fleeting processes are incredibly hard to see.
Tiny cone ants in Arizona are performing a bizarre service: cleaning much larger harvester ants, even venturing inside their open jaws.
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Evolutionary secrets unlocked! A massive study of thousands of West Eurasian genomes reveals nearly 500 genetic variants recently shaped by natural selection.
From decoding whale communication to understanding rubber's strength, today revealed hidden patterns. Plus, new superhighways for seabirds and gene therapy for hearing. A day of profound connections.
The mystery of rubber's behavior is solved! Scientists finally understand how microscopic particles fundamentally alter this everyday material.
Unlock motor efficiency! A new AI model reveals how magnetic patterns dictate energy loss, revolutionizing electric motor design.
Earth microbes are tougher than we thought! This discovery sparks new questions about life surviving beyond our planet.