Astronomers Finally Solve the Mystery of Superluminous Supernovae
The mystery of superluminous supernovae has finally been solved, as researchers have conclusively linked these cosmic phenomena to magnetars.
Ancient DNA Reveals How Bronze Age Europeans Adapted to a Changing World
An interdisciplinary study recently published in Nature Communications provides a clearer picture of life in Central Europe between 1300 and 800 BCE, during the Urnfield culture.
Scientists Show How to Trigger Tiny Lightning Strikes Inside a Block of Plastic
Scientists have successfully modeled large lightning strikes that occur on a kilometer scale in a lab setting of only a few centimeters
Groundbreaking Research May Reveal How Forgotten Memories Can Be “Reactivated” in the Brain
A recent study published in the Journal of Neuroscience found that the brain can reactivate stored memories even without conscious awareness.
After 10 Years of Training, NASA’s Humanoid Robot ‘Valkyrie’ Has Finally ‘Graduated’ College
After ten years of intense college 'training,' NASA's humanoid robot Valkyrie has finally returned home. But her advancements live on.
What’s Hidden Inside 3I/ATLAS? Astronomers Reveal Another Unexpected Discovery About Our Latest Interstellar Visitor
3I/ATLAS, the unusual interstellar comet that continues to fascinate astronomers, appears to be keeping an intoxicating cosmic secret, new research has revealed.
U.S. Army Research Lab Announces the Creation of ‘Super Foam’ That Absorbs 10X More Energy
Research funded by the U.S. Army Research Lab has resulted in a 'super foam' that absorbs 10X more energy than existing protective foams.
DARPA Reveals the X-76: The X-Plane Aims to Combine Helicopter Freedom With Jet Speed
DARPA’s X-76 experimental aircraft aims to combine helicopter flexibility with jet-like speeds and runway-independent flight.
The Mysterious Origin of an ‘Ultra-Energetic’ Cosmic Neutrino Detected in 2023 May Have Been Found
The search for the origin of a mysterious ultra-energetic cosmic neutrino detected in 2023 may have finally reached a 'blazing' conclusion
Mars Hit by Massive Solar Storm Delivering 200 Days of Radiation in 64 Hours
A solar superstorm recorded on Mars by the ESA orbiters reveals the hidden dangers in Mars’ upper atmosphere.
U.S. Officials Investigating “Mystery Drone” Incident Over Barksdale Air Force Base That Prompted Security Alert
Sightings of an unmanned aerial system over Barksdale Air Force Base (BAFB) early on Monday resulted in a temporary shelter-in-place order.
163-Year-Old Wreckage of Historic ‘USS Monitor’ Revealed in Haunting New Imagery with Cutting-Edge Sonar Tech
State-of-the-art technology has revealed the 19th-century wreckage site of the USS Monitor in stunning new highest resolution images.
Unexpected Speeding Electron Discovery Could Boost the Future of Solar Power
New solar energy research has demonstrated that electrons can move across solar panels at a speed far greater than previously understood.
Forget Coffee and Energy Drinks: Experiments with Esports Athletes Reveal Caffeine-Free Beverage that Increases Concentration and Stamina
Experiments with esports players show this non-caffeinated drink combats mental fatigue in a different way than coffee and energy drinks
The Scholarship of Comics: Scholars Argue Western Definitions of Comics Overlook Global Traditions
A new book challenges what co-editor Dr. Joe Sutliff Sanders of the University of Cambridge calls a very narrow Anglo-European idea of what comics are.
U.S.-Iran War Update: Strikes Hit Energy Sites and Gulf Still Under Drone Fire, as Oil Spikes Near $120
Weekend strikes and missile attacks widen the U.S.–Israel war with Iran, raising fears over energy markets and escalation.
Scientists Discover “Hidden” Lifeforms Thriving Beneath the World’s Driest Desert
A recent study from the University of Cologne has revealed that microscopic soil worms called nematodes form surprisingly diverse communities throughout the Atacama.
“This Was Very Unexpected”: New Phase of Matter Discovered Where Quantum Qualities Appear in a Non-Quantum State
Researchers were shocked to discover that what was thought to be a quantum state is actually an entirely new phase of matter.
New Study Reveals Intelligence Doesn’t Come From One Part of the Brain—It Emerges From the Whole Network
New research suggests Intelligence may emerge from how the brain’s networks work together rather than a single “intelligence center.”
Forever Twilight? Satellite Mirrors Could Create Artificial Daylight From Orbit, Impeding Astronomical Observations
A new proposed satellite constellation could turn the night sky into permanent twilight, Harvard professor Avi Loeb warns.
NASA Confirms DART Mission was the First Human-Made Object to Alter an Asteroid’s Orbit
NASA says an impact from its DART spacecraft changed the orbit of an asteroid for the first time ever, offering hope for planetary defense.
This Device Promises to Mitigate Earthquake Damage in the World’s Most Vulnerable Regions
A newly patented device could protect essential infrastructure from the worst effects of earthquakes, wind storms, and even man-made forces.
Researchers Create ‘Humanity’s Last Exam’ to Test the Limits of Artificial Intelligence
Tests that once challenged advanced AI models are now being solved with ease, making it harder for researchers to pinpoint what current systems are actually capable of.
MeerKat Telescope Spots Mega-Powered “Space Laser” Beaming Across the Cosmos, Revealing Most Distant Luminous Object Known
In a discovery that astronomers are calling a “truly extraordinary” find, a powerful "space laser" mega-beam has been detected from across the cosmos.
Mysterious Stone Structures in Southern Quebec’s Wilderness Spark Debate Over Canada’s Ancient Past
A Quebec landowner says huge stone formations on his property could point to evidence of a previously unknown chapter in Canadian prehistory.
U.S.–Israel Campaign Against Iran Shifting to “Phase Two”—Here’s What Comes Next
The U.S.–Iran war enters a new phase as U.S. and Israeli forces shift strikes toward Iran’s missile factories and defense industry.
Traveling at 20% The Speed of Light: Scientists Demonstrate ‘Practical’ Light Sails to Explore the Universe
Scientists have successfully tested a material design for light sails using photonic crystals that could achieve 20% the speed of light
Gas Prices “Around $5 Per Gallon”? Economist Warns of Rising Fuel Costs as Conflict in Iran Escalates
In the chaos of the Iran conflict, U.S. consumers may be in for sticker shock as the destruction shreds the global energy supply chain.
The U.S.-Iran Conflict Has Had an Unexpected Impact on China’s View of American Power
China may be drawing a different lesson from the U.S.-Iran war as analysts warn against underestimating American military power.
Engineers Create Full-Color Solar Windows Without Reducing Energy Generation
Korean scientists have created a tunable, full-color solar window that does not lose its energy generation capability regardless of color.
NASA Study Suggests Martian Ice Could Preserve Signs of Ancient Life for Millions of Years
If life once existed on Mars, the most likely place to find evidence of it may be locked away in the planet’s ice.
Scientists Find Missing Link to Psychedelics Like MDMA ‘Locking In’ PTSD Recovery Benefits
New experiments suggest a biological missing link that helps lock in the long-term benefits of psychedelic-assisted PTSD treatment
Pentagon Reveals Dramatic Footage of U.S. Submarine Sinking Iranian Warship in Rare Torpedo Attack
Videos released by the Pentagon on Wednesday captured the moment a U.S. attack submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters.
“Maybe We’re Martians!”: Scientists Say Some Microbes Could Survive the Violent Journey Between Planets
Asteroid impacts may catapult life from one planet to another, as new research claims that hardy bacteria can survive the ejection.
Questions Mount Over Viral Claims of Apocalyptic Iran War Briefings in the Military
A viral claim has been circulating that as many as 200 US troops were told that the war in Iran is being conducted to hasten the end times.
High-Energy Laser Turns Ordinary Moon Dust into Futuristic Materials for Lunar Colonists
A futuristic sounding process using a high-energy laser turns ordinary moon dust into versatile manufacturing and construction materials
Archaeologists Discover Ancient ‘King’s Order’ That Confirms a Semi-Legendary Nubian King Was Real
A rare ancient document from Sudan confirms the historical existence of King Qashqash, a Nubian ruler once known only from legend.
“The First Privately Funded Space Science Mission Ever!”: Mauve Space Telescope Captures Historic ‘First Light’ Images
Blue Skies Space Ltd has revealed the 'first light' images just captured by the world's first privately funded space science mission ever
Operation Epic Fury: U.S. Forces Under Strain as Iran’s Missile Barrage Tests Regional Defenses
U.S.-Israeli war with Iran represents one of the most complex and sustained challenges the U.S. has seen in the Middle East in decades.
NASA Delays First Crewed Artemis Moon Landing to 2028: What Do Major Program Changes Mean for the Future of Space Travel?
NASA has announced massive changes to its Artemis program, including delaying the first crewed Moon landing since the Apollo program in 1972.
‘Adaptive’ Robotic Wing Senses and Reacts to Wind Changes More Rapidly Than a Barn Owl
Scientists have revealed an adaptive robotic wing equipped with artificial nerves so sensitive to air currents that it outperformed a barn owl
Jurassic ‘Sword Dragon’ Fossil Narrows Timing of Ichthyosaur Evolution
The specimen, named Xiphodracon goldencapensis, also known as the "Sword Dragon of Dorset," was found near Golden Cap in Dorset in 2001 by fossil collector Chris Moore.
Source of Scandinavian Bronze Age Metals Traced to Mysterious Source Thousands of Miles Away
Six previously unknown Bronze Age mines discovered in Spain may be the missing piece in explaining ancient Scandinavian metalwork.
A Mandatory Safety Feature in Millions of Cars Can Be Used to Track Where You Drive
Researchers in Europe have revealed a potential surveillance system that is mandatory in all cars in the US built in the last 20 years.
Genetic Study Rewrites the Story of Human and Neanderthal Interbreeding, Pointing to Social Interaction, Not Just Survival
Genetic research indicates that Neanderthal and Homor Sapiens interbreeding was socially driven to an unexpected degree.
4,200-Year-Old Climate Crisis Forced the Abandonment of China’s Largest Neolithic City
An ancient climate event 4,200 years ago produced disruptions leading to the decline of major societies, offering warnings for the future.
Lightning on Mars: NASA’s MAVEN Orbiter Reveals a Strange Phenomenon on the Red Planet
Researchers have identified powerful Martian electrical discharges, similar to lightning, and strong enough to be observed from orbit.
Mysterious Greek Inscription Found in a Syrian Mosque Reopens Debate Over Roman “Temple of the Sun”
A mysterious inscription within the Great Mosque of Homs in Syria is raising new questions over the location of the Roman Temple of the Sun.
Scientists Placed Microscopic Animals in Simulated Martian Soil and Something Unexpected Happened
After exposing notoriously resilient microscopic animals called tardigrades to simulated Martian soil, they began to move extremely slowly
Scientists Report New Quantum Teleportation Breakthrough, Toppling a Major Barrier to Practical Quantum Communication
Scientists report a quantum teleportation breakthrough that may have significant implications for advancing quantum communication technology.