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American Cheetah

Biologists Were Wrong About the “American Cheetah” According to New Genetic Findings

alien microbe

“We Couldn’t Believe What We Were Seeing”: Scientists Have Discovered a Bizarre New Microbe with an “Alien” Reproductive Strategy

pulsar neutron star glitch

Astronomers Detected Three Mysterious “Glitches” in a Pulsar That Had Gone Silent for Years

Earth and outer space station iss

NASA’s Updated Transition Plan for the International Space Station Includes Crashing it Into the Pacific

Micah Hanks·February 4, 2022
NASA has updated its transition plan for the international space station, as it nears the end of its operational lifespan.
Air Force Political Cartoon

What’s The Air Force Really Trying To Hide?

Debrief Art·February 4, 2022
Last June, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) released a public report entitled Preliminary Assessment: Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. The report confirmed that...
alcohol cancer

Sorry Everybody, but Alcohol “Directly Causes” Cancer

Christopher Plain·February 3, 2022
Alcohol consumption directly causes a number of types of cancer regardless of other lifestyle choices, according to a new genetic study.
Air Force

Why is the Air Force AWOL on the UAP Issue?

Christopher Mellon·February 3, 2022
The U.S. Air Force and its component organizations have detected and tracked thousands of UAP from 2004 to 2021... but you wouldn't know that from their official statements on the subject.
UFO

Out of the Shadows: When Mainstream Media Began Taking the UFO Topic Seriously

Jazz Shaw·February 3, 2022
When it comes to UFOs, the mainstream media only recently got into the game. Here are some of the major voices who helped make that happen.
AI

AI: Intelligent Adaptation, or Barbarian Duplication?

Avi Loeb·February 2, 2022
Once we begin sending our assets to other planets, what should be our goal? There are two basic choices: AI, or the way of the barbarian.
squirrels

Deep Space Travelers May Imitate Hibernating Squirrels

Christopher Plain·February 2, 2022
Deep space travelers and others suffering from muscle loss may be able to take advantage of a trick used by squirrels during hibernation.
exoplanet atmosphere

Exoplanet Atmosphere Mapped by Researchers

Christopher Plain·February 2, 2022
Researchers have created a three-dimensional map of the atmosphere of an exoplanet 322 light-years from Earth. The resulting 3D map...
galaxies

“Ghosts” of the Early Universe Reveal Clues, and Controversies, About the Formation of Galaxies

Micah Hanks·February 1, 2022
Astronomers have learned surprising things from the oldest and most distant galaxies in our universe, a search that has also led to a few controversies.
The high cost of metaverse products seems to be limiting who can participate and build in the virtual environment

Is the Cost of the Metaverse Limiting its Diversity?

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·February 1, 2022
The high cost of metaverse products seems to be limiting who can participate and build in the virtual environment.
The science of VR vision is important as it helps make the virtual experience more realistic.

The Science of VR Vision: How Does Virtual Reality Imagery Work?

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·February 1, 2022
The science of VR vision is important as it helps make the virtual experience more realistic for users to enjoy.
ball lightning

Ball Lightning First Described by 12th Century Monk

Christopher Plain·January 31, 2022
A text from a 12th-century English monk known for his interest in weather seems to be the first written account of ball lightning.
social isolation and loneliness has been correlated with teeth loss, in a new study from NYU

If you have Fewer Friends You may have Fewer Teeth

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 31, 2022
Social isolation and loneliness have been correlated with teeth loss, in a new study from NYU looking at over 4,000 adults.
laser beams

Laser Beams to Power Satellites in Low Earth Orbit

Christopher Plain·January 29, 2022
A new project from researchers in the U.K is aiming to use laser beams to power satellites while they are out of sight of the sun.
Looking at chemical fertilizer alternatives, a new study suggests black eyed peas could be a solution

Growing This Plant in Your Garden Can Act as an Alternative Fertilizer

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 28, 2022
Looking at chemical fertilizer alternatives, a new study suggests black-eyed peas could be planted as an alternative.
frogs

Frogs Regrow Lost Legs After Innovative New 24-Hour Treatment

Christopher Plain·January 28, 2022
Scientists say they have helped African clawed frogs regrow lost legs, using a one-day treatment that kicks off a many-month...
Skyrora

The Skyrora Sees Success with Test of Its Third Stage “Space Tug” Maneuvering Platform

Laurence Russell·January 28, 2022
Scottish space company Skyrora has successfully test-fired its third stage “space tug” maneuvering vehicle at its engine development complex in Fife, Scotland.
negative messaging

Negative Messaging is More Powerful, Even When it Comes to Food

Christopher Plain·January 28, 2022
Researchers studying the role labeling plays in the perception of food taste and quality have that found negative messaging is more influential than positive messaging, the latter having a measurable, but much smaller effect. According to new research published in the...
earthlike

Are Earthlike Planets Plentiful Throughout the Milky Way?

Christopher Plain·January 28, 2022
Earthlike planets, which might have features like continents and liquid water on their surface, may be plentiful across the Milky Way galaxy.
A new study shows that social media and mental health may be bigger discussion topics when it comes to young people

Social Media is Impacting Young People’s Mental Health, New Research Shows

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 27, 2022
A new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz shows just how problematic social media can be, especially in terms of the impact it can have on children's mental health.
drugs

The Secret Life of Drugs: A Much Awaited Tell-All from the Species in Your Feces

Simon Spichak·January 27, 2022
A group of scientists studying drugs thinks important health information can be found in what we flush down the toilet every day.
squids

Are Squids and Octopuses Actually Space Aliens?

Christopher Plain·January 27, 2022
Squids, octopuses and other cephalopods may be organisms from outer space, according to a 2018 scientific paper.
When it comes to end-of-life-care, each country has a different set of rules. A new study ranks these countries, with the U.S. falling behind

Which Country is the Best Place to Die? These Researchers Wanted to Find Out.

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 27, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way many of us look at the world, and for some, that even includes...
psychopath

The Confessions of a High-Functioning Psychopath

Dylan Stoll·January 26, 2022
You've probably met many psychopaths in your lifetime, and didn't know it. Welcome to the world of the high-functioning psychopath.
mimas

“Death Star” Moon Mimas May Have a Subsurface Ocean

Christopher Plain·January 26, 2022
Saturn’s moon Mimas, sometimes called the Death Star moon, may have a subsurface ocean capable of supporting extraterrestrial life.
worry

Don’t Worry… Be Healthy? New Studies Link Worrying to Cardiovascular Health

Christopher Plain·January 26, 2022
Middle-aged men who worry more than their peers are at greater risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiometabolic-related health issues, according to new research.
James Webb Space Telescope

The James Webb Space Telescope Has Just Reached its New Home in Space

Micah Hanks·January 26, 2022
The James Webb Space Telescope will soon begin its long-anticipated mission of peering more deeply into the history of space than any telescope has ever done.
mystery drones

ANALYSIS: Were Sweden’s “Mystery Drones” Russian PSYOPS?

Tim McMillan·January 24, 2022
Authorities in Sweden have said that swarms of mystery drones repeatedly violated restricted airspace over several sensitive areas and government...
With the pandemic causing a sperm shortage, the lack of sperm donation laws could lead to more lawsuits and issues.

The Seedy Underbelly of Sperm Donations

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 24, 2022
Due to COVID 19 and other factors, many couples and individuals are finding they have fewer options when it comes to finding the right donor.
Vertical Farming experts share their methods that help boost energy efficiency and produce more crop output

Experts in Vertical Farming Share Their Secrets

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 24, 2022
With sustainability becoming a more prevalent topic for society, more and more farmers and growers are turning to vertical farming in the 21st century. “Vertical farming is a form of controlled environment agriculture (CEA),” explains Romy Wilkin, the Business Development Manager of...
space junk

Russian Space Junk Nearly Downs Chinese Satellite

Christopher Plain·January 21, 2022
A Chinese science satellite narrowly avoided a potentially catastrophic collision with debris from an exploded Russian satellite earlier this week....
mars

Mars May Have Had an Ocean Three Billion Years Ago

Christopher Plain·January 21, 2022
New research indicates Mars may have had a liquid ocean on its surface 3 billion years ago even if the...
space studio

World’s First Space Studio to Launch by 2024

Christopher Plain·January 21, 2022
Space Entertainment Enterprise (S.E.E.) has announced plans for the world’s first entertainment production studio in space. With the first launch planned for the end of 2024, the new project is designed to reside aboard the Axiom Space module that will...
When it comes to the gut and artificial sweeteners, a new study suggests your gut can tell the difference

You Can’t Outsmart Your Gut

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 21, 2022
It’s no surprise that Americans have a problem with sugar. The average American consumes more than the recommended limit of...
A new study shows that action video games and learning may be strongly correlated, improving reading comprehension.

Action Video Games can Boost Your Child’s Learning

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 21, 2022
As technology becomes more accessible to younger children, the value of educational video games increases. These video games vary in...
Exercise and circadian rhythm are linked as a new study finds

Does the Time of Day for Working Out Matter?

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 20, 2022
From helping to reduce anxiety, boosting sleep to helping with weight management, the pros of physical activity outweigh the chore of doing it. Knowing the best time to exercise for maximum benefits can be essential for those looking to start...
NATO

How NATO is Preparing for War in Outer Space

Christopher Plain·January 20, 2022
The North Atlantic Treaties Organization (NATO) has issued a formal policy statement, which says that any attack on a member’s...
TV

How Binge Watching Too Much TV Can Kill You

Christopher Plain·January 20, 2022
Watching television for more than four hours a day increases the likelihood of fatal blood clots by more than 35%,...
A new study finds that face masks can affect how people see attractiveness.

New Research Says Face Masks Can Make You Appear More Attractive

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 20, 2022
The unwritten rules for beauty and style have changed since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. With a nice shirt and sweatpants being the uniform of zoom meetings and fewer people going out in public, many have decided there’s no...
space force

Air Force Designing Robotic Fleet to Service Satellites

Christopher Plain·January 19, 2022
Leading a consortium of researchers selected by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and the Air Force Office of Scientific...
Curiosity rover

Mars Curiosity Rover Finds “Tantalizing” Signs of Life

Christopher Plain·January 19, 2022
NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover has found signs of a type of carbon that is associated with biological processes when found...
sleep

Brains “Tune” to Unfamiliar Voices During Sleep

Christopher Plain·January 19, 2022
New research reveals how the brain balances the need to sleep with the need to wake up based on external sensory information.
St. Clair Triangle

The St. Clair Triangle UFO Incident of 2000: A Fresh Look

Jazz Shaw·January 19, 2022
In the early morning hours of January 5, 2000, something odd was observed in the skies by police officers in southern Illinois. What was the St. Clair Triangle UFO?
asteroids

Why Are Asteroids Sneaking Up on Earth?

Christopher Plain·January 18, 2022
NASA funded scientists have identified a celestial “danger zone” where asteroids approaching Earth can go undetected by the system designed...
gravity moon

China Creates Gravity Chamber for Moon Simulations

Christopher Plain·January 18, 2022
Chinese scientists have created a gravity manipulation chamber that simulates low gravity environments like those found on the moon. Inspired by previous research that involved levitating a frog, the “artificial moon” is expected to help the Chinese National Space Agency...
setii

SETI to Begin Searching for Alien Lasers

Christopher Plain·January 18, 2022
The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) is adding a new set of laser detectors to its arsenal, upping its array...
mysterious drone

Authorities Confirm Sightings of Mysterious Drones Over Swedish Nuclear Facilities

Tim McMillan·January 17, 2022
Authorities in Sweden have confirmed a rash of mysterious drone sightings that occurred over several nuclear facilities late last week.
A new study shows that mice spleens can be tricked into performing like livers

Could You Grow Your Own Liver from Your Spleen? Mice Did.

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 17, 2022
With at least two million people dying each year from liver diseases, finding solutions is critical. Many scientists are turning to biotechnology, exploring protein manipulation and gene editing to try and restore damaged liver cells or hepatocytes. Now, one team of...
Speed Learning can help save time and energy for students, but research suggests there's a limit to how fast you can learn

Research Finds That Speed Learning is Possible, But Only Up to a Point

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·January 17, 2022
As society progresses at an ever-increasing pace, most individuals hope to learn at a similar rate. Learning, or comprehension, varies...
flying saucer

Personal Flying Saucer Makes 1st Successful Flights

Christopher Plain·January 17, 2022
Electric VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) manufacturer Zeva has announced that its Zeva Zero flying wing airframe recently made its...

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war in space

Conflict in the Final Frontier: The U.S. and China are Preparing for a New Era of Warfare in Space

Science & Discovery News

American Cheetah

Biologists Were Wrong About the “American Cheetah” According to New Genetic Findings

alien microbe

“We Couldn’t Believe What We Were Seeing”: Scientists Have Discovered a Bizarre New Microbe with an “Alien” Reproductive Strategy

Wild Chimpanzees Keep Hurling Rocks at the Same Trees—Now Scientists Are Trying to Figure Out Why

Archaeology & Ancient History

Sekhentiu-Ptah

4,000-Year-Old Tomb of Ancient Egyptian ‘Keeper of the Secrets’ Discovered at Saqqara

Medieval York Gospel

New Genetic Evidence of an Ancient Killer Has Surfaced After Being Concealed in Medieval Texts for Centuries

Ireland Cave

15,000-Year-Old Cave Discovery in Ireland Could Push Back Earliest Evidence of Humans on the Island by 5,000 Years

Physics, Time & the Cosmos

pulsar neutron star glitch

Astronomers Detected Three Mysterious “Glitches” in a Pulsar That Had Gone Silent for Years

levitation

Physicists Report Levitation Experiment That May Signal a Breakthrough in the Search for Mysterious Dark Matter

cold atoms Einstein's gravity

First-of-a-Kind Experiments Demonstrate Effects of Einstein’s Gravity in the Quantum World

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