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New research suggests that individuals who are bilingual have healthier brains, allowing them to avoid brain disorders for a longer time as they age.

Research Suggests that Being Bilingual Boosts Brain Health

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 26, 2022

As the brain ages, it begins to slow down many of its functions. This can lead to loss of memory, loss of clarity, or even certain brain disorders like Alzheimer’s or dementia. For individuals who have family members with brain...

New research reveals that oceans are getting noisier in some areas, making it harder for fish to communicate.

I Can’t Hear You: How Our Oceans are Slowly Getting Noisier

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 26, 2022

New research reveals that oceans are getting noisier in some areas, making it harder for fish to communicate.

Watch Iron Beam Drone Killing Laser in Action

Video From Latest Test Shows System is Finally Ready for Deployment

Christopher Plain·April 25, 2022

A video tweeted out by the Israeli prime minister shows their Iron Beam laser system blasting an unpiloted drone from the sky.

Perseverance Starts Year-Long River Delta Life Hunt

Delta Considered Likeliest Place for Rover to Find Signs of Ancient Microbial Life

Christopher Plain·April 25, 2022

NASA’s Perseverance rover is about to spend the next year hunting an ancient river delta for signs of Martian life.

Green spaces like parks or fields can help boost individual psychology and may help promote peace in a war-torn area

New Research Suggests that Green Spaces Can Promote Peace Over War

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 25, 2022

Green spaces like parks or fields can help boost individual psychology and may help promote peace in a war-torn area.

Odds Increasing for Life on Jupiter’s Moon Europa

Christopher Plain·April 22, 2022

Features found on Jupiter’s moon Europa may dramatically increase the chances of finding life within its sub-surface oceans.

Magic Mushrooms May Help Stop Opioid Addiction, New Research Suggests

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 22, 2022

Psilocybin, a compound found in magic mushrooms, may be helpful in helping individuals overcome opioid addiction.

A new study looking at two competing groups within CERN reveals how secrets can be leaked in a competitive environment

Corporate Secrets and Competition at CERN: How Knowledge Leaks Happen

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 21, 2022

Competition is a normal occurrence within most workplaces. Whether employees are competing over sales, office supplies, or potential clients, some competition can be a good thing. However, when there is too much competition, things can quickly go downhill. Recently, one...

Group Preparing to Send Messages to TRAPPIST-1

Christopher Plain·April 21, 2022

A group known as Messaging Extraterrestrial Intelligence (METI) is preparing to send digital messages to the Trappist-1 exoplanet system.

electric cars are becoming more popular, but they're not yet able to power your home.

Electric Cars May Be Able to Power Your Home, But Not Yet

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 20, 2022

Electric cars are becoming more popular, but they're not yet able to power your home... and science gives us the reason why.

New research suggests that a parrot's large brain size may cause a long lifespan

Go Big Brained or Go Home: The Secret to Parrots’ Long Lives in Brain Size

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 20, 2022

New research suggests that a parrot's large brain size may also help researchers explain their lengthy lifespan.

The Battle For Donbas Has Begun. Here’s What To Expect

Tim McMillan·April 19, 2022

Late Monday evening, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Russia had launched its long-anticipated offensive along Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region. “It can now be stated that Russian troops have begun the battle for Donbas, for which they have been preparing for...

Jose Cuervo, a big name in tequila, has announced a metaverse distillery, the first of its kind, launching in the summer.

Worth a Shot: Jose Cuervo Tequila is Coming to the Metaverse

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 19, 2022

Jose Cuervo, a big name in tequila, has announced a metaverse distillery, the first of its kind, launching in the summer.

New research from the University of Barcelona sheds light on the psychology of pregnancy cravings

Natal Attractions: Unlocking the Psychology of Pregnancy Cravings

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 19, 2022

New research from the University of Barcelona sheds light on the psychology of pregnancy cravings.

Research from Texas A&M University reveals a link between the gut microbiome and an individual's moods.

You Literally Are What You Eat, According to New Research

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 19, 2022

Research from Texas A&M University reveals a link between the gut microbiome and an individual's moods.

New Images and Details From the Sinking of Russia’s Flagship Moskva

Tim McMillan·April 18, 2022

Late afternoon, Thursday, April 14, the Russian Ministry of Defense acknowledged the sinking of the Project 1164 Atlant class guided-missile cruiser, the Moskva (Russian for Moscow). One of Russia’s most notable military vessels and the flagship of the Russian Black Sea Fleet,...

New research suggests that individuals using a selfie to distort how they look can drive them to want plastic surgery.

Filtered Faces: How the Selfie is Driving Up Requests for Plastic Surgery

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 18, 2022

New research suggests that individuals using a selfie to distort how they look can drive them to want plastic surgery.

New research suggests that a higher serving of avocados could significantly lower your risk of heart disease.

Good News for Avocado Lovers: New Research links Avocados to a Lower Risk of Heart Disease

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 18, 2022

New research suggests that a higher serving of avocados could significantly lower your risk of heart disease.

Co-offenders Likely to Commit Violence Against One Another

Christopher Plain·April 15, 2022

New research indicates that criminal gang members who work together are likely to commit violence against one another in the future.

A new study on GMO foods shows that the general public is becoming more positive toward the science.

Public Perception Around GMOs is Becoming More Positive, New Study Says

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 15, 2022

A new study on GMO foods shows that the general public is becoming more positive toward the science behind their production.

Sex, Lies, and UFOs: Pentagon’s Head of Counterintelligence and Security Ousted

Tim McMillan·April 14, 2022

As the Pentagon’s Director for Defense Intelligence and a senior executive in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security OUSD(I&S), Garry Reid was in charge of all counterintelligence, security, and law enforcement operations within the...

Air Force Finally Building THOR’s Hammer

Christopher Plain·April 14, 2022

The United States Air Force is building a working prototype of its anti-drone weapon system known as THOR's hammer.

Martian ‘A.I.-Biker’ Rovers Could Swarm Red Planet

Christopher Plain·April 14, 2022

Two-wheeled Martian rovers designed to work independently and as a team may one day search the planet’s surface like a swarm of AI-bikers.

Researchers from the American Geophysical Union look into newly discovered ice caps on Mars to learn more about the planet's beginnings.

Newly Discovered Martian Ice Craters Reveal More History of the Planet

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 13, 2022

Researchers from the American Geophysical Union look into newly discovered ice caps on Mars to learn more about the planet's beginnings.

Researchers at UC Irvine have developed a smart material for heat insulation inspired by squid skin.

A New Smart Material Inspired by Squid Skin Could Keep Your Coffee Warm

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 12, 2022

Researchers at UC Irvine have developed a new smart material for heat insulation that was inspired by squid skin.

Is Spider-Man’s ‘Spidey Sense’ a Real Phenomenon?

The Key May Lie in Sensing Vibrations

Christopher Plain·April 12, 2022

Research into the ability of spiders to detect sound waves using their webs seems to indicate spidey sense may be a real thing after all.

Scientists at the company InBio are using CRISPR gene-editing to try and create the world's first hypoallergenic cat.

CRISPR Gene-Editing Technology Could Create Hypoallergenic Cats and Designer Dogs

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 12, 2022

Scientists at the company InBio are using CRISPR gene-editing to try and create the world's first hypoallergenic cat.

A new study reveals a significant link between those who live with higher levels of air pollution having a higher probability of a stroke.

Air Pollution Increases Your Risk of a Stroke, New Study Says

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 11, 2022

A new study reveals a significant link between those who live with higher levels of air pollution having a higher probability of a stroke.

New research suggests a protein found within cone snails could be helpful in relieving pain

Our Next Pain Killers Could Come from Cone Snails

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 11, 2022

New research suggests a unique protein found within cone snails could be helpful in producing pain relievers.

Water Plasma Space Thruster Passes Key Test

Company Hopes to Begin Space Deployment of Unique Propulsion System This Year

Christopher Plain·April 8, 2022

Space startup Momentus says their Vigoride water plasma thruster has successfully completed thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing.

A recent study by astronomers showed that telescopes and their corresponding observatories are emitting a significant amount of greenhouse gas.

Telescopes are Producing a Significant Amount of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 8, 2022

A recent study by astronomers shows how telescopes and their corresponding observatories emit significant amounts of greenhouse gas.

Did MIT Scientists Invent a Tool That Can Predict the Future?

Christopher Plain·April 7, 2022

MIT researchers say they have developed a simple tool that can help time-series data analysts predict the future.

U.S. Space Force Eyes One Hour Global Delivery

Christopher Plain·April 7, 2022

The United States Space Force hopes to employ a fleet of rockets to make one-hour delivery of cargo anywhere within the world a reality.

Ice Volcanoes Make Pluto Target in Search for E.T.

Christopher Plain·April 6, 2022

Ice volcanoes spotted on Pluto’s surface mean conditions may exist within the dwarf planet to support extraterrestrial life.

As experts predict more extreme weather due to climate change, social media is proving to be an effective warning system

Windy Weather Brings Social Media Users Together: A New Tornado Warning System

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 5, 2022

As experts predict more extreme weather due to climate change, social media is proving to be an effective warning system.

Transgenic Lettuce Will Help Astronauts Combat Bone Loss

Christopher Plain·April 5, 2022

Researchers have designed customized "transgenic" lettuce that can help astronauts combat micro-gravity-induced bone loss.

Day 40: Latest Update on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·April 4, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...

Researchers at Osaka University recently worked on trying to read someone's imagination, by analyzing brain waves

Could Science Read Someone’s Imagination?

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·April 4, 2022

Researchers at Osaka University recently worked on trying to read someone's imagination, by analyzing brain waves.

What is Dark Matter?

Avi Loeb·April 1, 2022

With questions like those surrounding dark matter, we should resist the temptation of explaining away anomalies based on past knowledge.

Popular Artificial Sweeteners Probably Give You Cancer

Christopher Plain·April 1, 2022

French researchers have found a significant link between the regular use of artificial sweeteners and cancer.

Is Secondhand Cannabis Smoke Dangerous?

New Research Highlights Possible Dangers Associated with Bongs and "Hot-Boxing"

Christopher Plain·March 31, 2022

Secondhand cannabis smoke, especially from bongs, contains high levels of carcinogens and particulate matter, according to new research.

Childhood Lead Exposure Likely Lowered IQs in Half of Americans

Simon Spichak·March 31, 2022

According to a recent study, the IQs of more than 170 million Americans are estimated to have been affected by childhood lead exposure.

Mars Rover Making Mad Dash to Tantalizing Life Target

Christopher Plain·March 30, 2022

NASA's Perseverance Rover is driving at a record-setting pace toward a river delta potentially teeming with signs of ancient life.

In using spider silk, researchers found a way to stabilize an important protein used in cancer treatment

New Research Shows that Spider Silk can Help Create an Effective Cancer Treatment

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·March 30, 2022

A team of researchers has found a way to stabilize an important protein used in cancer treatment... using spider silk.

Israeli Laser Wall Operational by Years End

Christopher Plain·March 30, 2022

Israel has reaffirmed their plans to build a “laser wall” defense system, including initial deployment by the end of 2022.

A Collective of Internet Archivists is Working to Preserve Ukraine’s Presence on the Web

Micah Hanks·March 29, 2022

A collective of rogue archivists is working to preserve online resources created by Ukraine, which are at risk of being lost forever in the midst of the country's war with Russia.

Mental Health Experts Reveal Which Natural Medicines Actually Work and Which Don’t

Christopher Plain·March 29, 2022

An international team of researchers has assembled a 'best of the best' analysis of natural medicines used to treat mental health disorders.

The Silence of Snow

Avi Loeb·March 28, 2022

Avi Loeb recaps several points of discussion from a recent meeting with journalist Leslie Kean, where they discussed the Galileo Project and the search for extraterrestrial life.

How Anxiety Directly Increases or Decreases Motivation

Christopher Plain·March 28, 2022

New research indicates that low anxiety individuals become extra-motivated by stress, while high anxiety individuals essentially shut down.

UPDATE: The Russian Invasion of Ukraine- Day 30

Tim McMillan·March 25, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...