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Animals often give birth to litters of more than one offspring at a time. But are those babies twins?
An astronomer and ‘black hole historian’ explains how the parts of the universe black holes grow in might influence…
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Nanoparticles have contributed to profound medical advances like the COVID-19 vaccine, but without oversight, they pose…
More people are seeking out traditional forms of medicine, from acupuncture to herbal medicines. The WHO is working to develop…
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Industry leaders, scientists and policymakers may see AI’s technical potential, but societies have trouble adapting to…
Although emotions like fear and anxiety originate in your brain, they ultimately travel through your body and make your…
The combination of data and maps is useful for a lot more than just helping you get from point A to point B. Think natural…
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Scholars differ over whether having students use AI in their assignments will help or hurt their careers after graduation.
Treaties meant to ensure sustainability in space don’t currently regulate private companies, and not every country has…
In the Global South, a group of writers are rejecting the norms of science fiction and commenting on the future in a way…
‘Don’t Say Gay’ bills claim to use science to justify a binary definition of sex based on certain traits. But the…
People aren’t the only ones harmed by heat waves. The hotter it gets, the harder it is for machines to keep their cool.
China’s success in science and technology propelled it to the forefront of many fields. Now, the US wants to pull back…
Combining psychotherapy with medication can lead to more immediate and enduring results by boosting the brain’s neuroplasticity.
Recent research suggests blood vessels are the key to why fingers and toes turn pruny and pale after being submerged for…
India became the first country to land near the south pole of the Moon, a notoriously difficult achievement that also marks…