Artist's rendition of a Psittacosaurus dinosaur with babies being hunted by Repenomamus, a mammal. One fossil assemblage from the Yixian Formation preserved the remains of these species in mortal combat, frozen in mid-action. The dinosaur here is shown with bristly proto-feathers on its tail. (Credit: Illustration by Alex Boersma)

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Both scientific ‘red herrings’ and flaws in human logic led to inaccurate ‘Pompeii effect’ hypothesis.

An Eruption Like Pompeii Most Likely Didn't Preserve These Dinosaur Fossils

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By comparing early markings used for business purposes to 'proto' cuneiform, we can say language transitioned from symbols to writing.

Mesopotamia Artifacts Help Explain How Language Evolved from Pictures to Words

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From a monkey that weighs only a few ounces to a 100-pound rodent, get to know some of these adorable creatures.

20 of the Most Adorable Animals To Help Make Anyone's Day

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Are there hidden planets in our solar system? New technologies, like the powerful Rubin Observatory, brings us closer to answers.

New Telescope Could Potentially Identify Planet X

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As humans leave space junk behind, there may come a time when human bodies would need to decompose in space. Learn how this happens and why it's a slow process. 

What Would Happen to a Decomposing Body in Space? 

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There are several reasons to feel this way, and a few ways to cope with the feeling. 

Cringing at That Old Facebook Post? You’re Not the Only One

whitetailed deer

What exactly is zombie deer disease? Find out how chronic wasting disease spreads and if it poses a threat to humans.

Could Zombie Deer Disease Transfer to Humans?

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Not wearing hearing aids could lead to increased risks of social isolation and Alzheimer's Disease.

Some People Who Need Hearing Aids Never Wear Them – Leading to Other Health Issues

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Woman thinking about memories

New brain-coding technology brings us one step closer to mind reading.

We Want to Hear Your Thoughts

The end of a terror bird’s left tibiotarsus, a lower leg bone in birds equivalent to that of a human tibia or shin bone, dates back to the Miocene epoch around 12 million years ago. (Credit: Degrange et al.)


The terror bird’s left tibiotarsus

Researchers confirm the terror bird fossil 20 years after its South American discovery, comparing the creature to a massive, carnivorous-like ostrich.

Largest ‘Terror Bird’ Fossil Identified — Sat Atop Food Chain 12 Million Years Ago

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green plant leaf, portraying chlorophyll and photosynthesis

Photosynthesis has fueled life on Earth for billions of years. Learn how it shapes ecosystems, sustains life, and even aids climate models.

How Does Photosynthesis Work?

great wall of china

From the Great Wall of China to the iconic Taj Mahal, uncover the fascinating histories and cultural significance of the New 7 Wonders of the World.

The New 7 Wonders of the World and Where You Can Visit Them

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foods high in fiber

Getting more fiber in your diet is important. Here are some fiber-rich foods that are delicious as well as nutritious.

4 Foods That are High in Fiber Other Than the Typical Bran Muffin

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Gas-pump

Green pump for diesel, blue for gas – but what’s the difference?

Why Do We Use Gasoline for Small Vehicles and Diesel Fuel for Big Vehicles?

Mary Rose ship on display

New application of Raman spectroscopy imaging allows scientists to probe the chemical composition of sailors lost at sea over 500 years ago.

Human Skeletal Remains of the Mary Rose Shipwreck Give Insight to Health of the Crew

car-exhaust

Ultrafine particles stem from a variety of natural and human-made sources, including vehicle exhaust.

Tiny Airborne Particles Within Air Pollution Could Be a Silent Killer

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AI language models are getting pretty good at writing – but not so much at creative storytelling.

Your Next Favorite Story Won’t Be Written by AI, but It Could Be Someday

3D virtual reconstruction of the Bronze Age site of al-Natah. (Credit: Charloux et al., 2024, PLOS ONE)


3D virtual reconstruction of the Bronze Age site of al-Natah

Small settlements scattered throughout the region show signs of trade, fortification.

Bronze-Age Arabia was Slow to Urbanize Compared to Mesopotamia 

red-white-and-blue-theology

The discovery suggests that any hope AI can be a neutral player in the spread of ideologies could already be lost. 

AI Systems Reflect the Ideology of Their Creators, Say Scientists

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Black cats are often a sign of bad luck. 

Superstitions Shape Perceptions of All-Black and All-White Animals

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Vampire-bat

Vampire bats have complex social relationships.

Vampire Bats Have Unique Adaptations and Relationships

Researchers trained African giant pouched rats to detect illegally trafficked wildlife species and remember targets for several months. (Credit: APOPO)


Rat used to detect contraband in an airport or harbor

Rodents could be used to find illicit goods at airports and harbors in places where dogs can’t easily access.

While Not as Cute as Dogs, Giant Rats Are Excellent at Sniffing Out Illicit Goods

man with terrible throat pain

Tonsil stones can be painful, but they are manageable with proper care. Learn how to treat them and get the best tips for prevention.

How to Get Rid of Tonsil Stones

Black throated green warbler on statue
(Credit: emydee1, CC BY-SA 4.0)

Cemeteries, Spiders and Bats

Join citizen science efforts to monitor bats, track Joro spiders and crowd-source cemetery stories.

Bats, Spiders and Cemeteries

(Credit: Thanumporn Thongkongkaew/Shutterstock) 

Woman lifting weights

From boosting bone strength to balancing hormones, weight lifting offers powerful benefits that support our overall health and wellness.

6 Reasons Why You Feel So Good After Lifting Weights

MicroRNA

The Nobel Prize-winning discovery of microRNA has reshaped our understanding of gene regulation. Learn what these tiny molecules mean for cancer research.

 Cancer Research Takes a Leap Thanks to Nobel-Winning MicroRNA Discovery

Simulated 3D visualizations like this, powered by cutting-edge high performance computing systems, are helping researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory improve the performance of wind turbines that generate electricity. How we vote will help determine whether the pace of job-creating energy innovation will quicken, stall, or fall. (Credit: Werner Slocum, NREL)

Renewable Energy Innovation

Worried about the economy, but climate change isn't high on your list of concerns? Keep reading...

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Belson excavation of 13,000 year old camp site. (Credit: Jeff Brown)

Dr. Henry Wright in Belson excavation 2021

An ancient campsite discovered in the Great Lakes can tell us how these ancient humans used to live. 

A 13,000-Year-Old Camp Site Reveals Hunting Patterns from Ancient Humans

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The shape of a beer glass is even more important than anybody thought, according to important new research. 

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