Odd Flickering Observed on the Sun May Offer Early Warning for Dangerous Solar Flares
Researchers have made a potentially crucial breakthrough in solar science that could help predict solar flares with greater precision.
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James Webb Space Telescope Reveals Phenomena Behind the Deaths of Mysterious “Disintegrating Planets”
New insights into the extreme conditions behind "disintegrating planets" reveals how they are consumed by the heat of their host stars.
Bone Powder Unearthed in Ancient Vessels Reveals New Clues About a Mysterious Early Chinese Culture
New research has revealed bone powder was a crucial substance as ancient China's Peiligang culture emerged from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle.
Cold War Radioactive Dust is Still Circulating in European Air, Alarming New Research Reveals
Radioactive dust left over from Cold War Nuclear experiments is still wafting through European air
New Details Emerging on the Chilling Final Moments Before the Tragic Mid-Air Collision over Washington D.C.
New details are beginning to emerge about the events leading up to the tragic mid-air collision over Washington D.C.
New Robotics Inspired by Shrimp and Fleas Use Rubbery Materials to Generate Incredible Power
Shrimp and fleas inspire the latest generation of robotics, using soft, rubbery materials to generate powerful motion.
Nuclear Incident Exercise Underway as Multi-Agency Effort Carries Out Training in New York
A nuclear incident training exercise currently being undertaken by several federal agencies in New York is nearing completion, officials have said.
Newly Discovered Exoplanet Tests The Extremes Of Habitability With Oblong Orbit
An exoplanet super-Earth's unusual orbit through hot and cold conditions tests the limits of tolerability for any known lifeforms.
“Wild” Theory Behind Who—or What—Dug These Mysterious Ancient Amazon Caves
An international team of researchers has suggested a "wild" new theory to explain the creation of these mysterious ancient Amazon caves.
Neuralink Marks One Year Since First Human Brain Chip Implant, Expands Trials to Miami
Elon Musk's Neuralink celebrates the anniversary of its first human implant as it moves toward the beginning of its brain-chip trials expanding to Miami.
Scientists Find Something Totally Unexpected Hidden Under Six North American Volcanoes
Cornell University scientists studying six North American volcanoes within the Cascade Range found something totally unexpected underneath.
This Nimble New Drone Can Easily Track Humans Moving Through Dense Terrain
The new SUPER drone can follow a person jogging through the woods, avoid thin obstacles like power lines, and exceed 20 meters per second.
Asteroid Bennu Samples Reveal Big Surprise Involving Building Blocks of Life
NASA scientists discovered a plethora of precursors to life on the asteroid Bennu, demonstrating the importance of Earthbound sample-return missions.
Over 200 Newly Discovered Structures on the Far Side of the Moon Suggest Recent Activity
A scientific analysis of newly discovered structures on the dark side of the moon suggests relatively recent activity.
Scientists Create First-Ever Mouse With Two Fathers Using Stem Cell Technology
Using cutting-edge stem cell technology, a team of scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) recently created a mouse with two biological Scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have successfully created a mouse with two fathers..
White House Issues New Statement on “Mystery Drones” That Leaves More Questions Than Answers
Mysterious drones observed over New Jersey were authorized by the FAA for "research, and various other reasons," the White House says.
NASA’s Four PUNCH Spacecraft Nearing Launch to Investigate This Phenomenon
NASA's four PUNCH spacecraft have arrived at Vandenberg Space Force Base and are preparing for a February launch.
Did Wernher von Braun Actually Predict Elon Musk Would Rule Mars Over 70 Years Ago?
Did famed German-American aerospace engineer Wernher von Braun actually predict Elon Musk would rule Mars? The answer might surprise you.
Asteroid or Artifact? How a Tesla Roadster Caused a Cosmic Misidentification
Avi Loeb shares the story of how a Tesla Roadster had some astronomers convinced for a time that they had discovered a new asteroid.
From Westeros to Physics: George R. R. Martin’s ‘Wild Cards’ Alien Virus Explored Through Science
A recent study explores the physics behind George R. R. Martin's "Wild Cards" alien virus, blending science with science fiction.
Mysterious Orbs of Light Have Been Seen Near This Southeastern Town for Decades. Scientists Think They May Finally Have an Explanation.
Mysterious orbs of light seen for many decades by residents near Summerville, South Carolina, could finally have an explanation, linking the unusual observations to seismic phenomena.
Bird Flu Evolution is Driven by Large-Scale Poultry Vaccinations, New Study Finds
Large-scale poultry vaccinations may be driving bird flu evolution, according to a concerning new international study.
Arctic-Boreal Zone’s Unsettling Transformation into a Carbon Source Signals Dangers of Climate Change
Research is revealing how climate change is driving the Arctic-boreal zone's shift from a carbon sink to a carbon source.
Mysterious Object Orbiting Earth May Have Come from the Moon, Investigation Reveals
An unusual looking 33-foot-long object discovered orbiting Earth last year may have come from a surprising place.
Stretchable Organic Solar Cells Could Power the Future of Wearable Technology
A new stretchable organic solar cell may offer the efficient power source needed for the next generation of wearable devices, according to a team of international researchers.
The X Factor: Study Reveals How Your Mother’s X Chromosome Could Impact Cognitive Health in Aging
New research is offering deeper insights into the role of the active X chromosome and its effects on brain health.
Scientists Unveil Brain-Computer Interface Allowing Users To Fly a Virtual Drone With Their Mind
Researchers unveil brain-computer interface that allows one to control a virtual drone using only their mind.
Communities Impacted by Mass Shootings See a Rise in Alcohol Consumption, Study Reveals
A new study highlights a correlation between increased alcohol sales in communities and the aftermath of gun violence.
Romanian Fossil Discovery Pushes Earliest Known Hominin Presence in Europe Back to 1.95 Million Years
Scientists have uncovered evidence showing a hominin presence in Europe, half-a-million years earlier than previously thought.
Public Trust in Science Remains Strong Amid Concerns Over Focus on Defense Research
New research has revealed that public trust in science is on the rise internationally, along with concerns about the focus of industries and research science is prioritizing.
Scientists Complete First Comprehensive Map of Human DNA Recombination
Scientists reveal new insights into the hidden processes driving human genetic variation with the first complete human DNA recombination map.
Scientists Tap Earth’s Natural Chemistry to Create Cleaner Fertilizer
Scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have discovered a way to produce ammonia—a key ingredient in fertilizers—by harnessing the Earth’s own heat and chemical reactions.
Fast Radio Burst Traced to Mysterious “Dead Galaxy” in a First of Its Kind Discovery
The mystery of Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) is more diverse than previously known after rapid emissions unexpectedly come from an ancient dead galaxy.
Close Encounter with a Giant Interstellar Object May Have Altered Our Solar System, Astronomers Say
A close encounter with a mysterious interstellar object could explain the current orbits of several of Earth’s largest planetary neighbors.
Trump Declares Drug Cartels Terrorist Organizations: What It Means for America’s War on Drugs
President Trump has formally designated drug cartels to be terrorist organizations, but what exactly does that mean?
Deploying Advanced Helicopters and Cutting-Edge Tracking Software, Here’s How D.C. Officials Worked to Protect Inauguration Day Crowds
Officials and first responders employed a new helicopter and cutting-edge software to help ensure public safety during today's Inauguration Day ceremony.
Archaeologists Say New DNA Evidence Unveils an Iron Age Matriarchal Mystery
New compelling DNA evidence suggests Iron Age Britain may have been more matriarchal than previously thought.
Scientists Deploy Advanced Metamaterials and Injection Molding to Create Artificial Meat
A new variety of artificial meat has been created by an Israeli-based research team using metamaterials and injection molding technology.
Hubble Tension Controversy “Now Turns into a Crisis” as New Discovery Challenges Current Models
Controversial new findings have reignited the longstanding cosmological quarrel involving what astronomers call the "Hubble tension."
Could the Origin of Consciousness Soon Be Explained? Scientists Propose Bold Experiment with Quantum Computers
New research suggests that humanity may soon find an answer to one of its oldest and most profound questions: what is consciousness?
MIT Unveils New Robot Insect, Paving the Way Toward the Rise of Robotic Pollinators
Move over bees, MIT researchers have developed a robot bug for artificial pollination to underpin an entirely indoor farm of the future.
America’s Heartland is Under Escalating Drought Threats Due To Climate Change
Accelerating climate change is causing severe droughts in the United States and worldwide, with exceptionally harsh ramifications for specific biomes.
Researchers Are Engineering Bacteria to Help Break Down Microplastics in the Fight Against Pollution
Canadian researchers are now engineering bacteria to help tackle the growing environmental impact of microplastics.
Robotic Exoskeleton Could Soon Help Pianists Overcome the “Ceiling Effect”
An innovative exoskeleton could help musicians overcome the "ceiling effect," a natural leveling-off of skills following extensive practice.
James Webb Space Telescope Just Spotted Something Astronomers Have Never Seen in our Solar System
Data from the James Webb Space Telescope and advanced computer models have classified a type of planet unlike any in our solar system.
‘Cosmic Ghost Towns’ Could Hold Clues the Mysteries of Galactic Structure
Cosmic ghost towns, halted in their development by cosmic forces billions of years ago, have been discovered by University of Arizona Steward Observatory astronomers.
This Paper Thin, Flexible Tool Could Be a Game-Changer for Satellite Technology
A new advancement in satellite technology is making space tools lighter, more adaptable, and more resilient.
NASA “Blue Lurker” Discovery Sheds light on the Secrets of Triple-Star Evolution in M67
NASA has identified a rare and unusual "blue lurker" star that was produced during the collapse of a triple-star system in the M67 star cluster.
Scientists Unravel Origins of Mysterious White Patch Appearing Near the Northern Lights
For the first time, researchers have unraveled the origins of a mysterious white patch that appears alongside the Northern Lights.
Strange New Sea Creature Resembling Star Wars Villain Draws Its Name from the ‘Dark Side’
Researcher have named this newly discovered creature after the Sith Lord Darth Vader due to its resemblance to the character's iconic helmet.