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Regenerating tropical forests are a vital climate solution, but a new study reveals a surprising obstacle: soil nitrogen deficiency could slow their carbon-capturing potential.
Britons will soon have a new weather companion, as the Met Office unveils a groundbreaking two-week forecast, catering to the nation's insatiable appetite for meteorological updates.
A digital companion who calls you 'sweetheart' and winks? This AI avatar on your phone knows you better than you know yourself.
Recasting colonial ties, France's Senate unanimously approves a bill to simplify the return of looted artworks, advancing Macron's ambitious agenda.
Eating unprocessed foods may activate a natural nutritional instinct, swapping ultra-processed meals for whole ingredients could reshape your plate in unexpected ways.
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Unraveling the 3.2-billion-year-old secrets of life: Scientists resurrect an ancient enzyme, validating a crucial biosignature for understanding our planet's primordial past.
After 4 years behind bars, Jennifer Chaparro Pernet walked out of a Bogotá prison to a roar of celebration from her fellow inmates, a small bag of clothes in hand.
Harnessing the power of light, scientists have discovered a revolutionary way to control magnetism in a groundbreaking topological material, paving the way for unprecedented technological advancements.
Artificial intelligence in breast cancer screening slashes diagnosis rates by 12% and boosts early detection, groundbreaking study reveals.
Braving the bitter chill, a solitary figure trudges through the snow-swept streets of Philadelphia, as towering buildings bear witness to the winter's wrath.
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Deaf and hard of hearing opera-goers at the Lyric Opera of Chicago can now feel the music through vibrating costumes that mimic the strings of a violin or the beat of a drum.
Vivaan Sharma, a 12-year-old, is one of 94 patients scarred by the negligence of disgraced surgeon Yaser Jabbar, whose botched procedures at Great Ormond Street Hospital haunt his young victims.
Reckoning with colonial plunder: French senators approve bill to restitute looted art, fulfilling Macron's 2017 pledge to Africa.
Singapore, one of the most water-stressed countries globally, has long grappled with water scarcity. In the 1990s, the Public Utilities Board (PUB) implemented a three-pronged strategy: harvesting rainwater, desalinating seawater, and reclaiming wastewater. This led to the creation of NEWater, a hig...
The mayor's pickup navigates a forgotten town, where pines reclaim the land once dominated by the Urania mill's saws. Amidst the weeds and decay, the smokestack stands as a silent witness to the town's faded glory.
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Defying conventional wisdom, physicists have observed a bizarre quantum phase in graphene where a superfluid mysteriously freezes into a solid-like state, challenging our understanding of matter.
Scalpels slip, limbs fly, and patients defy the odds - these are the bizarre medical tales that will leave you gasping. Prepare to be shocked by the unbelievable surgeries that shatter expectations.
A cosmic enigma has been uncovered by astronomers, as they discover a strange astronomical object that emits bursts of radio waves, defying our current understanding of the universe.
A German Jew and a Palestinian, born to immigrant families in Chile, forged an unlikely alliance in the 1980s, creating powerful antifascist art that still resonates today.
*At just 19 years old, Carlos Alcaraz has etched his name in history, becoming the youngest player to reach all four Grand Slam finals. Now, he stands poised to become the youngest to win them all.*
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*A teenage phenom's historic performance wasn't enough, as the Charlotte Hornets edged the Dallas Mavericks in a nail-biting 123-121 victory.*
Rare butterfly populations soar as Welsh landowners halt annual hedge trimming, allowing the brown hairstreak to thrive on untouched blackthorn.
The birds' newfound enthusiasm echoes a subtle shift in the urban soundscape, a change my teenage son first noticed on a dreary January morning.
This winter, Midwest scientists need your help measuring Great Lakes ice thickness to improve forecasting models. Satellites track coverage, but not depth - crucial data as climate change alters ice.
Struggling to keep the lights on? New research reveals energy insecurity's alarming toll on mental health, with anxiety and depression soaring in US households.
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January 29, 2026 – As the Senate moves toward a Friday government shutdown after Democrats blocked a package of funding bills today, food businesses and farmworker groups are pushing Democrats to stick to their demands for new restrictions on immigration agents and enforcement. Nationally renowned ...
Powering the modern world comes at a staggering cost: Industrial chemical separation guzzles 10-15% of global energy. But a MIT spinout, Osmoses, is revolutionizing this energy-intensive process.
Australia's unique wildlife and ecosystems face grave threats, from habitat loss to climate change. Mongabay's new reporting project aims to shed light on these critical issues.
A herd of 6 American bison—3 males and 3 females—have been released onto native Illinois prairie. There, to the sound of drumming, songs, and cheers, they began to acclimate to their new surroundings—surroundings that had missed them for 200 years. A large crowd of Santee Sioux, herded together in t...
Treacherous black ice lurks unseen, turning quiet drives into white-knuckle experiences in seconds. This nearly invisible, glassy layer of ice can catch drivers off guard, even when no precipitation falls.
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Africa's youth bulge is redefining the continent's future, as over 70% of its people are under 30. Entrenched inequalities, poverty, and unemployment reshape how societies interact globally.
Spent batteries pollute, but a revolutionary recycling process recovers 95% of lithium using only CO2 and water, while capturing carbon and creating green energy catalysts.
A seasoned senator steps up to lead Minnesota, as the incumbent governor bows out amidst a clash with the Trump administration over alleged fraud allegations.
An experimental diabetes drug may also combat heart disease. This compound lowered cholesterol, blood fats, and artery plaque while curbing inflammation - without weight loss.
Collagen supplements promise youthful skin, but the science doesn't back the hype. Rigorous studies show minimal benefits, and safety concerns loom. Experts advise focusing on proven skincare methods instead.
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Unlock the future of robotics with OpenMind's revolutionary app store, empowering humanoid and quadruped robots to transcend their hardware limits.
Ditch the booze for a buzz-worthy alternative - new research suggests cannabis-infused drinks could curb alcohol-related harm. Explore this innovative approach to healthier highs.
No matter what people like to say, pets are part of the family. They may not be like the humans in our lives, but they’re special in their own way. Humans become incredibly attached to their pets, and pets return the affection. Patrick and Evelyne Sire are cat lovers living in France. According to L...
Birdwatchers can’t believe what’s been appearing through their binoculars on a small landholding in West Sussex, England, where the nation’s premier rewilding project continues to compound on its already staggering achievements. The Knepp Estate has increased the number of breeding birds from just 5...
New York's art world unites in rare political action, as galleries shutter on January 30 to protest expanded ICE operations amid global scrutiny over federal tactics.