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In India, 30,000 teens age out of childcare institutions yearly, turning 18 to become "nobody's responsibility." Their celebratory birthday marks an abrupt end to support, forcing them to navigate life alone.
Own a T-Rex? "Gus," one of the largest, most complete T-Rex skeletons ever, is hitting the auction block. This 12.5-foot specimen, valued at $20-30 million, took 3 years to excavate.
Particles entwined: quantum entanglement means one particle's properties instantly affect another, no matter the distance. This bizarre phenomenon is usually seen in tiny quantum systems.
May saw the James Webb Telescope map the universe's skeleton, biologists rewrite life's instruction manual, and new treatments offer unprecedented hope for cancer patients. Discover the month's biggest breakthroughs.
A 75,000 mph space rock, three feet wide, lit up skies from Delaware to Montreal. Witnesses saw its glow or felt its sonic breakup.
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Tennis legend Serena Williams, 44, is back! Nearly four years post-retirement, the mother of two will play in London's HSBC Championships this month.
Ugandan grassroots groups declare women are climate change's most powerful weapon. They're not just victims; they're vital leaders in the fight for local solutions.
Fewer than 1,000 leatherback sea turtles remain in the Eastern Pacific, nesting from Mexico to Ecuador. Lucero is one of them.
Nvidia's new chip will power Windows laptops and desktops, creating "AI personal computers." Get ready for AI on your device, coming later this year from brands like Microsoft and Dell.
Five years in the making, Captain Dan Salas of Harbor Breeze Cruises is finally bringing his lifelong passion project to fruition.
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For 70 years, a massive wartime concrete slab, 53m long and packed with railway steel, choked North Macedonia's Pčinja River, blocking water and fish for 70km upstream.
Emergency shelter requests plummeted 4%, the biggest factor in a new decline.
Old psychoanalytic ideas and modern brain science might be describing the same mental processes. Researchers suggest these two fields, once thought separate, are converging.
Ebola outbreak fears are growing. IAVI, Moderna, and Oxford are racing to develop new vaccines.
Richard Köhler's field notebooks just unlocked a scientific mystery: a remarkable fossil tarpon from Aotearoa New Zealand, finally cataloged thanks to his recently disclosed notes.
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Remember the raccoon with a peanut butter jar on its head? The New England Wildlife Center is at it again, this time with a baby raccoon taking a bubble bath!
At just 26 feet, the Maple tiny house perfectly balances portability and comfort. Its well-designed interior makes it ideal for both vacation getaways and full-time living.
Osogbo, Nigeria, 1960s: An unexpected art movement exploded. Experimental workshops at a local theater freed young creatives to define their own vision, unburdened by daily life.
Your thymus, long overlooked, may unlock healthy aging and cancer survival. Mass General Brigham AI analyzed tens of thousands of CT scans, revealing a healthier thymus links to better outcomes.
Underwater seaweed forests: a climate change game-changer? New research reveals their vast, overlooked potential to slow global warming.
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Get ready for a new art powerhouse! The Centre Pompidou Hanwha opens with a bang, showcasing European cubism alongside Korean art.
Climate change, soil degradation, and water scarcity threaten agriculture. Scientists seek new ways to boost crop growth and germination efficiency while reducing environmental impact.
A new drug, bepirovirsen, just achieved a functional cure for chronic hepatitis B in 19% of patients—a massive leap from the current 3% cure rate.
A daily pill, daraxonrasib, doubles survival time for pancreatic cancer patients. This breakthrough drug targets the deadliest of all major cancers.
Don't toss that old sponge! Repurpose it for surprising household tasks: sprout seeds, protect floors, dust plants, or scrub the bathroom. Give it a new life!
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Thomas Crowther's career makes big claims about small things. His new book, *Nature's Echo*, reveals how a seed or a soundscape can drive vast systems, from star formation to climate change and ecosystem repair.
Good news for chronic pain sufferers! A new study confirms a common depression screening is accurate for you, debunking the myth it inflates scores due to shared symptoms like fatigue.
Walk your way to better health! No equipment needed for this popular exercise that boosts heart health, improves sleep, lifts mood, and offers fresh air.
Miami's streets often lead to snap judgments. Arnett Johnson, a homeless man, faced them daily until April 8, 2026, when he spotted a lost boy, proving true heroism lies beyond appearances.
A sesame-seed-sized sea slug in Taiwan reveals a hidden world of tiny ocean life. This new discovery is changing how we see marine ecosystems.
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Processors face a universal problem: speed and heat are inseparable. Faster electrons mean more heat, forcing data centers to spend as much on cooling as computing. Tokyo researchers found a solution.
Wiped out from Guam, the sihek survived only in captivity. Now, conservationists have released them on Palmyra Atoll in 2024, where they are thriving.
Don't let its 23.6 ft fool you. The Tommy tiny house sleeps six, boasts a folding staircase, and offers off-grid capabilities, proving big things come in small packages.
Deep sleep washes your brain clean. New MRI and AI tech now measures this vital fluid flow, crucial for clearing Alzheimer's-linked waste.
Massachusetts is investing $25M in a new MIT quantum research facility. This move aims to solidify the state's lead in a top emerging technology, creating jobs and expanding training.
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Blue, green, amber: Eye color grabs attention. But humans are unique: a large white area surrounds our iris. Most mammals have dark eyes, indistinguishable pupils. Why are we different? What's the white for?
Scientists developed "living plastics" that self-destruct on command. Imagine plastic waste disappearing when triggered.
Married in 1976, Ralph and Cindy Zingarella built 50 years of love. Daughters Andrea (47) and Dayna (44) wanted to honor their parents' golden anniversary with an unforgettable surprise.
Ebola's latest outbreak has claimed over 220 lives in just two weeks. Amidst this tragedy, five people infected with a rare, untreatable strain have miraculously recovered.
A routine excavation for new housing unearthed an astonishing Late Bronze Age site. Archaeologists found bones in urns, pits, and scattered, plus bronze fragments, revealing a world in transition.