Earth & Environment
Why living at high altitude could prevent diabetes
For many years, scientists have noticed an interesting pattern. People who live at high altitudes, where the air contains less oxygen, tend to have...
Up to 6.4 million children could lose citizenship rights under new proposal
A new study suggests that ending birthright citizenship in the United States could have far-reaching effects, especially for Asian and Latino communities.
Researchers from Penn...
Five things to know about rare earth elements
Aside from oil, rare earth elements may be the most buzzworthy thing coming out of the ground these days.
Headlines trumpet news about new partnerships...
A sleeping giant awakens: Japan’s Kikai volcano is slowly refilling with magma
Scientists have discovered that one of the most powerful volcanoes in Earth’s recent history is slowly building up magma again—more than 7,000 years after...
Scientists discover lost ice age world beneath Texas cave
A surprising discovery deep inside an underwater cave in Texas has revealed a hidden snapshot of life from the Ice Age.
A paleontologist from the...
Why winter could be the most dangerous season for your heart
Many people worry about heat waves and rising temperatures, but new research suggests that cold weather may be a greater danger to heart health.
A...
Not so lonely after all: Bull sharks choose friends and form social bonds
Sharks are often seen as solitary and dangerous animals that roam the ocean alone. But new research is challenging that image.
A long-term study of...
A tiny “ion pump” could make clean water cheaper and power future technologies
Scientists have developed a new kind of device that can move charged particles through water using very little energy—and without any moving parts.
This breakthrough...
Study finds surprising cancer link between cats and humans
A large new study has made an exciting discovery about cancer in cats, and it may also help improve how we treat cancer in...
Earth was already moving 3.5 billion years ago, study finds
The story of our planet is written in the slow movement of its surface.
Over billions of years, shifting tectonic plates have shaped continents, opened...
Why fashion keeps coming back: Scientists find a 20-year style cycle
Have you ever noticed that old fashion trends seem to come back?
Bell-bottom jeans, miniskirts, and vintage styles often return after disappearing for years.
Many people...
Are ‘designer’ dogs really better? New study questions popular beliefs
“Designer” crossbreed dogs like cockapoos, cavapoos, and labradoodles have become very popular pets in recent years.
Many people believe these dogs are easier to train,...
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Was Venus ever habitable? New UChicago study casts doubt
A new study from the University of Chicago argues there is little chance the planet Venus was ever habitable.
Traffic pollution may increase breast cancer risk
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women, and understanding what increases the risk has been a major focus of medical...
Thailand’s log coffin culture dated back to Iron Age
In the lush highlands of northwestern Thailand, nestled among deciduous and evergreen forests, lies a fascinating piece of history from the Iron Age.
Here, in...
Scientists develop a stress-reducing method for cat nail trimming
Nail trimming is a common yet challenging task for cat owners and caregivers.
Recognizing this, researchers from the University of California, Davis, in collaboration with...
Why are prices on the rise right now?
You may have noticed your paycheck is struggling to keep up with rising costs.
The prices you pay for everyday items were nearly 5.5% higher...
Scientists capture first ever images of radioactive cesium from Fukushima disaster
Thirteen years after the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant disaster, scientists have achieved a groundbreaking feat: they have captured the first direct images of...
Heart-healthy tips for making New Year’s resolutions
Making New Year’s resolutions is a time-honored tradition and sometimes those resolutions are easier to make than to keep.
The American Heart Association, the world’s leading...
Scientists find how eyed needles transformed early human culture
In a groundbreaking study led by archaeologists at the University of Sydney, researchers propose that the invention of eyed needles marked a pivotal moment...