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Anthropic's "Code with Claude" event in London, held the same day as Google I/O, buzzed with developers. Nearly half the room had shipped code written entirely by Claude in the last week.
Tiny galaxies orbiting the Milky Way could unlock one of cosmology's biggest mysteries. Ultra-faint dwarf galaxies, ancient remnants from the early cosmos, are now being re-examined by researchers.
Ever wonder why most people are right-handed? Scientists now link this mystery to a pivotal moment in human evolution: our very first steps on two legs.
Forget protein powder! New research reveals exercise is a better bet for older adults seeking muscle strength. Food manufacturers pack protein into everything, but it's not the magic bullet.
Physicists hunting for quantum gravity unexpectedly found string theory's defining signatures. A surprising discovery in the quest for the universe's deepest secrets.
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Samsung just dropped the Odyssey G8 (G80HS), claiming a world-first: a gaming monitor with incredible 6K resolution. Get ready for visuals like never before.
1,000 uncharted coral reefs discovered in northern Australia! Scientists layered satellite images to reveal a reef system comparable in number to the Great Barrier Reef, hidden in turbid waters.
Soils are vital for carbon storage, ecosystems, food, and water. A new paper reveals how AI can help adapt soils—and the systems they support—to climate change.
Dropped from Iran's 2026 squad, striker Sardar Azmoun shared a heartfelt message of love for his country and wished his former teammates "success and pride" at the tournament.
Tired of "slick" art? Emma Safir's textiles offer a sensory rebellion. She blends opposing strategies, creating mysterious works that blur lines between handcrafted and digital.
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Think all U.S. airports use federal TSA screeners? Think again. While TSA formed post-9/11, some airports opt out, like O'Hare in this 2010 photo.
Cows: domesticated 10,500 years ago from an extinct ox, they're now a global powerhouse. Providing protein, dairy, and leather, their history with humans runs deep.
Global coal use fell in 2025, yet the capacity to burn it surged. A Global Energy Monitor report reveals coal power generation dropped 0.6%, but on-call capacity rose 3.5%, mainly in China.
Leucine, a protein-rich nutrient, supercharges mitochondria! It protects vital energy proteins inside cells, linking diet directly to cellular power. This breakthrough has implications for cancer and metabolism.
Gut feeling? MIT found cysteine, an amino acid in meat, dairy, beans, and nuts, triggers intestinal repair. It activates immune cells, helping stem cells rebuild damaged tissue.
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A small village in Rajasthan's Aravalli range, Devdungri, changed Indian democracy forever. It's the birthplace of India's Right to Information (RTI) movement.
Japanese scientists just unveiled a game-changing 3D printing resin. It melts down and reuses multiple times without performance loss, tackling a huge waste problem in stereolithography.
Scientists found a natural "off switch" for inflammation. This newly uncovered mechanism could revolutionize how we understand and treat the body's immune responses.
Nepal plans a new 50-hectare park near Chitwan National Park to house "problem" tigers responsible for human fatalities. Big cats will move from overcrowded centers to this dedicated facility.
Cranberry juice could boost UTI antibiotics, lab tests reveal. It may strengthen their power and reduce bacterial resistance.
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Reptiles have grown skin armor for millions of years, but how? A new study reveals these bones evolved independently in multiple lizard groups, not from one ancestor.
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia: a town where candy stores are woven into its very fabric. Discover how a German immigrant's sweet shop in the 1840s became a cornerstone of local history.
After decades in zoos and circuses, Julie and Kariba, two African elephants, are finally getting a new life. They're moving to Europe's first large-scale elephant sanctuary in Portugal.
Koh Libong, Thailand: Tipusa Sangsawang remembers when vast dugong herds grazed seagrass meadows "like a football field." Now, she sees only sand where vibrant life once thrived.
IV vitamin C: a cancer fighter? It may reduce side effects and fight tumors, despite a flawed theory. Still experimental, but promising.
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Alibaba just unveiled the Zhenwu M890, a new processor for autonomous agents. This move signals their latest push to reduce reliance on U.S. chipmakers amid tightening export restrictions.
Unlock new drugs and materials! Scientists now create high-energy "housane" molecules with light, overcoming intense internal strain for the first time.
Need a time-saving robot? Ask a busy person to build it. Lael Ayala, a Harvard engineering student and softball outfielder, did just that for her thesis, combining her passions.
Mexico rejected Royal Caribbean's 200-acre "Perfect Day" waterpark in Quintana Roo. Officials cited severe risks to coastal ecosystems and local communities, including mangroves and coral reefs.
At 103, Dorothy Wilson isn't slowing down. This Connecticut centenarian keeps life busy with friends, church, cards, and exercise, proving you don't reach her age by sitting still.
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A newly identified brain pathway could protect vulnerable neurons in Parkinson's disease. This discovery offers a fresh perspective on combating neurodegeneration.
Florida's sea turtle nesting season just began, but it's already record-breaking! Loggerhead and leatherback nests are outpacing previous years, with 1,008 leatherback nests reported by May 13.
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts just received nearly 2,000 photographs spanning two centuries from 450+ artists. This massive gift comes from financier Howard Stein's collection.
Penn scientists found a new way to power AI: exotic light-matter particles instead of electrons. This could revolutionize future computing.
Artist Julie Mehretu, who donated $2.25M for free museum access to visitors 25 and under, was honored at the Whitney Museum's annual gala last night, alongside Fern Kaye Tessler and Adam D. Weinberg.
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President Trump calls climate change a "con job," fueling historic deregulation. This belief has led to massive cuts, from environmental protections to FEMA, yet progress against climate change persists.
From quantum keys to ghost sharks, this week revealed unexpected discoveries. Learn how wool heals bones and poop saves marsupials in today's Hope-Up.
Imagine making a scattering medium transparent, but only for entangled photons. Researchers just achieved this, opening new doors for quantum communication and imaging.
Forget dumb cows! Veronika, a 13-year-old Austrian cow, uses brooms to scratch her back—a clear sign of tool use and intelligence. This shatters their "less-than-stellar" reputation.
Hiking with POTS and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome means my heart rate spikes to 150+ and joints are loose. The Hypershell X Ultra exoskeleton, under 5 lbs with AI assist, could be a game-changer.