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Sungkyunkwan University researchers, led by Prof. Boseok Kang, cracked the mystery of polarity inversion in polymer semiconductors, a phenomenon previously limited to specific materials.
Your brain holds a secret: a vast reserve of "silent synapses." These unused neural connections can rapidly activate, ready to store new memories.
Want to stay sharp and healthy as you age? Meet "SuperAgers"—a unique group defying typical aging, maintaining peak cognitive and physical function well into their later years.
AI's power demands are soaring, consuming 415 TWh in the US alone. A new hybrid AI approach promises to drastically cut energy use and boost reliability, tackling AI's growing environmental footprint.
Boost 6G performance with ultrathin nanotube films! Skoltech and KTH researchers developed a key tech absorbing terahertz waves, enabling advanced shielding and medical applications.
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China just launched the "Open-Sea Floating Island" in Shanghai—the world's first ultra-large, all-weather deep-sea research platform. This national science project dramatically expands ocean exploration.
NASA is prepping for its next moonwalk simulations—underwater! This comes as the agency recognizes excellence in environmental management, echoing the spirit of Apollo 17's iconic "Blue Marble" view.
A lynx playfully batting a rodent like a toy secured Austrian photographer Josef Stefan the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Nuveen People’s Choice Award 2026, with nearly 90,000 votes.
History made! On March 25, 2026, Dame Sarah Mullally became the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in the Church of England's 1,400-year history, installed at Canterbury Cathedral.
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The heart can't heal itself—a major cardiology challenge. Now, a new RNA-based therapy offers hope, aiming to regenerate heart tissue after injury.
Your reaction to mistakes could predict anxiety. Texas A&M researchers found intense emotional responses to errors link directly to avoidant behaviors, a common sign of anxiety and depression.
Hundreds of thousands flooded London for the UK's largest anti-far-right march in history. Organizers hailed the massive demonstration as a powerful stand against extremism.
Saturn has tricked scientists for decades. Its rotation speed seemed to vary depending on measurement, a baffling inconsistency for a solid body. Now, JWST reveals the illusion's true cause.
Plastic's sealing power has been unbeatable—even in paper packaging. But new research could finally eliminate plastic and adhesives from paper seals, revolutionizing sustainable packaging.
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Vast freshwater reserves lie beneath the Great Salt Lake. This discovery reshapes our understanding of groundwater and could offer critical environmental solutions.
Bremerhaven students just unleashed a humanoid robot to revolutionize visitor assistance! Their "PepperMINT" project adapted Pepper, a 4-foot-tall robot, to answer questions and read expressions.
AI's biggest weakness? Popular benchmarks reward memorization, not true intelligence. A new test, ARC-AGI-3, could finally measure how close AI is to human-level thinking.
A near-fatal heart attack transformed Antonio Banderas's life. Nine years later, the five-time Golden Globe nominee reveals he's "never been so happy," embracing life in his native Spain.
Hedgehogs hear ultrasound! This discovery could lead to new ultrasonic repellents, potentially saving countless lives by reducing road deaths.
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Ryan Gosling just launched a Florida bakery into the stratosphere! A shout-out on Late Night with Seth Meyers sent this Tallahassee spot into overdrive.
Mysterious "zebra stripes" in radio waves from the Crab Pulsar have puzzled astronomers for decades. New research reveals a cosmic tug-of-war between gravity and plasma is the cause.
Chery's Fulwin T9L hybrid SUV launches with four trims: 135 Air, 135 Pro, 230 Pro, and 230 Max. Buyers get diverse options, while Chery experiments with AWD production.
A human uterus survived outside the body for 24 hours! Spanish scientists achieved this first by using a machine that mimics the body's circulatory system, pumping modified blood through the donated organ.
Water is life for farms. Smart, mindful farming helps crops flourish while conserving precious water.
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A fossil ape found in northern Egypt, Masripithecus, is rewriting human evolution. Living 17-18 million years ago, it may be the ancestor of all modern apes, shifting focus from East Africa.
Goodbye, slow electrical signals! Researchers just built an ultra-compact nanolaser, poised to revolutionize microchip data transfer with light-speed efficiency.
A skeleton found during church repairs in Maastricht could be D'Artagnan, who died there in 1673.
New research reveals the genetic keys to climate change adaptation in plants—and the critical threshold where they fail.
Fleeing the Taliban, Afghan journalist Khadija Haidary never imagined her words would inspire Chinese readers thousands of miles away. Their empathy sparked support, empowering her amid uncertainty.
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Dark matter might not be a single substance. A new model suggests it's more complex, potentially reshaping how scientists interpret hidden structures across the universe.
Forget Earth-like planets! Scientists now propose life could thrive on moons orbiting rogue planets, drifting through the cold, dark expanse of interstellar space.
Imagine a future where drugs are developed faster and treatments are personalized just for you. This technology could make it happen.
AI "hallucinations" plague long document summaries with false info. New research, inspired by flocking birds, helps AI produce reliable outputs, boosting efficiency and accuracy.
Entering Lachen, Sikkim? Ditch your plastic bottles. Vehicles are checked for plastic waste, not security. Leave them behind or risk denied entry to this high-altitude village.
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Zambian authorities arrested 10 individuals with 550 kg (1,212 lbs) of ivory on March 9, thanks to intelligence from the Environmental Investigation Agency. This bust highlights global cooperation's power.
A 3-year-old boy named Hudson "Huddy" Drew showed incredible empathy at McDonald's. His mom, Ashlyn, watched as Huddy approached an elderly man sitting alone, melting hearts with his compassion.
John Tanui, a security communications officer at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy from 1995-2024, was laid to rest March 25. He transformed anti-poaching efforts and was a beloved wildlife guide.
Hot flashes at work? Philadelphia's new ordinance offers a blueprint for cities and states to provide relief for workers experiencing symptoms of hormonal cycles.
An invisible immune signature could predict who suffers side effects from Alzheimer's therapy, quietly determining patient outcomes.