A number of new discoveries have been made near the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Egypt. | Continue reading
The well-preserved skull belongs to a never-before-seen species of sauropodomorph that potentially grew up to 33 feet long. | Continue reading
The Spiking Neural Processor T1 is an AI chip that's modeled on the way the brain detects patterns and could extend the battery life in smart devices. | Continue reading
An ecologist shares his passion for parasites. From their vital roles in nature, to strange super powers and extraordinarily complex life cycles, parasites are natural wonders worthy of protection. | Continue reading
A NASA satellite has spotted frozen "kidney beans" on Mars' sand dunes trapped in place until springtime. Photographing them can help us determine if there was ever enough water on Mars to sustain life. | Continue reading
This anthropomorphic clay tablet was likely used in an ancient ritual by the Jōmon culture in Japan. | Continue reading
A mosasaur species with saw-like teeth that was described by scientists in 2021 may have been based on forged fossils, and researchers are now calling for CT scans to determine the creature's origin. | Continue reading
Even once researchers can reliably get more power out of a fusion reaction than they put in, they'll still need to overcome engineering challenges to scale up fusion energy. | Continue reading
In this special Hubble image 23 years in the making, the sparkling spiral galaxy UGC 10043 reveals the secrets of its unusually big bulge. | Continue reading
Some say bay leaves are full of flavor, others call them a fraud. | Continue reading
A new mega-database of half a million mutations may flag new ways of treating genetic disease, scientists say. | Continue reading
Archaeologists have discovered 321 silver coins still wrapped in a cloth and lead pouch from a time in English history marked by upheaval due to the coronation of a new Anglo-Saxon king. | Continue reading
A new analysis of the 6,000-year-old stone circle known as Rujm el-Hiri (also Gilgal Refaim) in Golan Heights suggests that it was not built to observe the heavens. | Continue reading
Turkey vultures feed on dead carcasses, helping to lower greenhouse gas emissions. | Continue reading
In terms of both absolute length and relative to body size, which living animal has the longest tail? | Continue reading
Jan 11, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend. | Continue reading
Evolution is often depicted as a steady forward march from simple to complex forms. But new research shows that certain ferns can evolve ‘backward.’ | Continue reading
The enormous near-Earth asteroid (887) Alinda has made its closest approach to our planet in decades, and it's about to peak in brightness in a rare once-in-a-decade event. Here's how to watch it live this weekend. | Continue reading
Hookworms that cause deadly dog infection and 'creeping eruption' in humans are growing resistant to drugs. | Continue reading
A cutting-edge analysis of a skull found in Turkey in 1929 proves once and for all that it is not Arsinoë IV, Cleopatra's half sister. | Continue reading
The state is seeing a sharp water divide this year, with lots of rain in the north while the south has stayed dry. A hydrologist explains what’s happening. | Continue reading
Scientists have warned that the Paris Agreement to limit global warming will likely be breached as data reveals 2024 was the hottest year in human history. | Continue reading
A newfound "chicken-size" dinosaur, recently unearthed in Wyoming, changes what paleontologists thought they knew about how dinosaurs spread across the globe. | Continue reading
There were significantly more X-class solar flares in 2024 than any other year for at least three decades. The arrival of solar maximum was a key reason for the spike, but other factors were also at play. | Continue reading
A new type of passenger plane will adopt a design that blends wings into the aircraft's body, which its creators say will cut fuel consumption by 50% and reduce noise. | Continue reading
"Secret" excavations in Luxembourg reveal 141 Roman gold coins from eight Roman emperors and one usurper. | Continue reading
Antarctica is home to a peak shaped like a perfect pyramid — but contrary to what conspiracy theorists say, the mountain's four symmetrical faces were forged through natural processes. | Continue reading
There's a significant imbalance between matter and antimatter in our universe, but a strange particle called "the Majoran" could finally explain it, an audacious new study suggests. | Continue reading
The Wolf Moon — the first full moon of the year and of winter in the Northern Hemisphere — will be best seen on Jan. 14, shortly after it has occulted Mars. | Continue reading
A large road-based land vehicle can launch a two-person eVTO flying car that is stored in its trunk. | Continue reading
From a Star Wars-style droid for your home to a Pixar-inspired lamp bot, these are the most interesting and innovative robots we've seen so far at CES. | Continue reading
A new study describes a type of cartilage that may have been discovered, forgotten and found again at several points in history. | Continue reading
Human brains take in sensory data at more than 1 billion bits per second, but only process that information at a measly 10 bits per second, new research has found. | Continue reading
NASA will explore two different strategies for fetching Mars rocks collected by the Perseverance rover, and there's a chance these samples contain evidence of alien life. | Continue reading
The newborn had a birth defect that left a gap in his lower spine, through which tissue pushed out and formed a giant, red, balloon-like structure. | Continue reading
A cache of precious metal regalia recently discovered in a Lithuanian cathedral sheds light on medieval royalty. | Continue reading
An artist's illustration of Earth's magnetosphere. | Continue reading
It's the start of your spring marathon training, and here is everything you need, from the best running shoes to a home treadmill | Continue reading
A detailed look at Yellowstone's magma storage system finds that only one region is likely to host liquid magma in the long term. | Continue reading
We'll be exploring the Vortex Solo's capabilities to determine its effectiveness for birding, outdoor activities and basic astronomy. | Continue reading
Researchers think they have identified a biblical site known as Mahanaim, along with a residence that may have been used by the kings of Israel. | Continue reading
One of our favorite rugged outdoor fitness trackers is under $180 at Walmart right now. | Continue reading
Worlds will align for a "planetary parade" in January, with four bright and easily visible to the naked eye. But an even better view arrives in February and March. Here's what you need to know. | Continue reading
As Mars approaches opposition this month, it will become a dazzling spectacle in the night sky. See it at its best now, or wait until 2027. | Continue reading
A new underground facility called DUNE, which will accelerate particles for 800 miles between Illinois and South Dakota, could reveal the hidden dimensions of the universe, new research suggests. | Continue reading
Tularemia, or "rabbit fever," is an infectious disease that normally affects animals but can spread to humans, sometimes via tick and deer fly bites. | Continue reading
Lenovo will finally launch its first-of-its-kind concept rollable this year after first announcing a prototype in October 2022. | Continue reading
A study using lab-made models of the brain suggests that a herpes virus may be a key link between concussions and dementia risk. | Continue reading