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Vintage neon signs from Route 66's heyday now shine brightly in George M. Reed Roadside Park, illuminating the highway's storied past after being rescued from decay.
Unlock the secret to slowing aging with a surprising compound - theobromine, found naturally in cocoa. New research links higher blood levels of this substance to signs of slower biological aging in humans.
Breathe in the fresh air and explore the great outdoors with confidence. Our 2025 Sports & Outdoors innovations make nature more accessible and safer, like our award-winning Mimikai insect repellent.
Truphena Muthoni, a 22-year-old environmental advocate, stunned onlookers when she embraced a royal palm in Nyeri for 72 hours, sparking a national conversation and a potential Guinness World Record.
A stray Saturn-mass world, cast adrift in the galaxy after a cataclysmic planetary breakup, has been weighed by astronomers in a groundbreaking discovery.
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Vanna White, the beloved Wheel of Fortune host, delighted fans with a rare glimpse into her personal life, sharing a heartwarming New Year's photo with her partner and two children.
Forget Transistors: This New "Intelligent" Material Computes Like a Human Brain Ruthenium Chemistry Drives Shape-Shifting Behavior Tiny molecules that can think, remember, and learn may be the missing link between electronics and the brain. ...
Emma Johnston, a pioneering marine scientist and university leader, dedicated her life to translating evidence into action, fighting misinformation in an era of political turmoil.
A renowned sculptor, Chaim Gross emigrated to the U.S. in 1921, later purchasing a four-story townhouse in Manhattan that now houses the foundation bearing his and his wife Renee's names.
Sipping tea may do more than soothe - emerging research suggests it could deliver potent health perks. Centuries-old traditions may have modern scientific backing, as studies link tea drinking to diverse benefits.
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Celebrate the new year with the "Champagne Cluster," a rare cosmic collision captured in stunning detail. This distant galaxy cluster's festive name reflects its bubbly appearance and discovery on New Year's Eve.
Royals on a mission: Prince William and Kate Middleton lead by example, instilling the value of service in their children through countless hours of charitable work, both public and private.
In the mountainous north of Fars province in Iran, the small city of Safashahr faces a worsening water crisis and environmental degradation. As drought intensifies, public spaces are becoming drier and more fragile, especially in nearby rural areas. ...
In 2025, a small group of species crossed a final bureaucratic threshold and were formally listed as extinct on the IUCN Red List. For science, the change was technical. For everyone else, it read like a set of obituaries that had been delayed for de...
Newborn stars ignite, glow, and blast bubbles into a vast cosmic nursery in Hubble's latest view of N159, a mesmerizing glimpse into the birth of celestial bodies.
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Cells may harness their own natural electrical currents to power communication and environmental sensing. Intriguing new research reveals these fast bioelectric signals could be a fundamental feature of living organisms.
The Moment Emma Heming Willis Fell in Love with Bruce Willis When Emma Heming first met Bruce Willis, she never could have imagined the life they would build together. The pair now share two daughters, Mabel and Evelyn, while Bruce also has three...
Indulge without guilt: New research shows a single treat won't sabotage your weight loss. Your mindset matters more than calories.
Tiny medieval beads found in a Welsh cemetery could hold the key to unlocking the secrets of ancient fashion and trade. Archaeologists are closer than ever to solving this intriguing mystery.
Iconic Child Actor's New Movie Role Will Blow Your Mind If you learned that the human head weighs 8 pounds from the movie Jerry Maguire, prepare to be amazed. Jonathan Lipnicki was only 5 years old when he was cast in the film and stole America's...
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Boosting a key brain cell membrane compound could enhance cerebral blood flow and support healthier cognitive function, offering a novel dementia treatment approach.
Beneath the ruins of Oplontis, near Naples, archeologists uncover a treasure trove of vibrant frescoes, unveiling the opulent past of the Villa di Poppaea.
Prepare to be dazzled by the celestial wonders of 2026! January kicks off with a series of astronomical oppositions, offering stargazers unparalleled views of Harmonia, the Wolf Supermoon, and Jupiter.
Forget burning the midnight oil - new nationwide research reveals sleep may be the key to longevity. Skimping on shut-eye could dramatically impact lifespan.
Moments of care that arrived when someone needed them most - a jacket offered, a warm meal, a life cared for long after it was abandoned. These are the stories of 'Force for Good Heroes'.
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Nestled in a lush, wooded gorge, the ancient Kifune Shrine in Kyoto is a revered site dedicated to the water god, where visitors come to make wishes and discover its storied past.
The black-backed woodpecker, a fiery denizen of the Sierra Nevada, thrives in the wake of forest fires, nesting in charred trees and feasting on the beetles that swarm the scorched landscape.
Mongabay's 7,300 stories in 8 languages in 2025 reflect its growing global reach, covering local land conflicts to climate finance. This evidence-based environmental reporting continues to attract attention at scale.
Amidst the clamor of crisis-driven conservation, a cadre of donors has quietly reshaped Canadian research, investing in people and institutions over decades to build lasting environmental protection.
Across Sub-Saharan Africa, clean cooking access is alarmingly low, with only South Africa and Gabon boasting high rates. Yet in Cameroon's capital, eco-charcoal offers a promising solution.
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Persistent DNA twists, not knots, emerge during nanopore analysis, upending scientific assumptions and unlocking new insights into molecular mechanisms.
Discover the captivating emotion of "velvetmist" - a serene, ethereal state of being evoked by the beauty of a sunset or soothing music. This Reddit-born sensation, conjured by AI, offers a path to tranquility.
Weight Loss Outcomes After Two Years After two years, patients who underwent bariatric surgery (sleeve gastrectomy or Roux en-Y gastric bypass) lost an average of 58 pounds. In comparison, patients who received a prescription for the GLP-1 medic...
Buckle up for a revolutionary commute! The Boring Company's Vegas Loop has officially expanded to Harry Reid International Airport, unlocking a new era of underground transit.
For years, veteran Sri Lankan activist Hemantha Withanage has demanded climate reparations at UN summits, calling on wealthy nations to compensate the Global South for devastating disasters.
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Renowned actor Idris Elba has been knighted for his tireless charity work, including launching an anti-knife crime campaign and founding the Elba Hope Foundation to support youth.
Biodiversity loss looms, but hope soars: Five species rebounded from the brink in 2025, including the Cape vulture, southern Africa's largest raptor.
Ganeshan D's Koodugal Nest is transforming Chennai's urban landscape, uniting citizens to protect the humble sparrow and champion environmental stewardship through education and research.
Nestled in Peru's cloud forests, two remote, untouched sites harbored secrets for decades. In 2022 and 2025, Indigenous guides led scientists on expeditions to uncover a remarkable discovery: a tiny, unknown frog.
Koneru Humpy: Defying Odds and Breaking Barriers in Chess A true champion is someone who rises every time they fall. Meet Koneru Humpy, an Indian chess star who has overcome criticism, prejudice, and life's pauses to become a record-breaking worl...