A groundbreaking study published in Science Advances challenges the conventional wisdom about when humans first started using horses. The research indicates that horses were being ridden, worked, and traded as early as t...
In a groundbreaking study published in Science Translational Medicine, researchers have made significant progress in treating Dravet syndrome, a rare and deadly form of childhood epilepsy. The study involved precise DNA ...
On May 13, NASA successfully launched the Rise mission to the International Space Station (ISS), marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The crew included three astronauts, including Dr. Emily Chen and Capt...
A Neanderthal tooth discovered in 2018 shows clear evidence of human intervention to treat bacterial decay. The discovery, reported by New Scientist on May 13, suggests that the earliest form of dentistry dates back at l...
Ultra-heavy, ultra-high-energy cosmic rays have been identified as the source of powerful particles flinging themselves at Earth. This phenomenon has puzzled scientists for decades and could provide new insights into the...
SpaceX is set to launch its next-generation Starship, the tallest and most powerful rocket ever built. The one-hour test flight aims to mark a significant milestone in space exploration....
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has undergone extensive changes under the second Trump administration, leaving experts concerned about the country's ability to track and contain outbreaks. Emory epid...
A study finds that some Arctic wildfires are releasing carbon stored over millennia, leading to higher CO2 emissions than previously assumed. This underscores the potential impact on global climate change....
A string of galaxies shines in a deep space photo taken by an astrophotographer using a backyard telescope, showcasing the intricate beauty and vastness of the universe....
A molar tooth found in Siberia reveals that Neanderthals used stone drills to treat cavities almost 60,000 years ago, marking the earliest known evidence of dental treatment. This discovery highlights the advanced cognit...
Scientists using ESA’s Planck satellite have detected anomalies in the Milky Way that may be remnants of a swallowed dwarf galaxy named Loki. These findings could provide valuable insights into the galaxy's past mergers ...
On May 13, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Artemis II crew members in Ottawa. Meanwhile, Blue Origin's lunar lander mockup is being prepared for NASA's Artemis astronaut training....
Peer Bork, an influential bioinformatician who died unexpectedly at the age of 62, made significant contributions to the fields of protein sequence analysis and microbial community bioinformatics. His work laid the groun...
An asteroid named 2026JH2 is set to pass Earth at a relatively close distance of 90,000 kilometers next week. While the rock carries enough mass to potentially cause significant damage if it were to impact, simulations s...
The renowned neuroscientist Uta Frith, known for her groundbreaking work on the neural basis of autism, is now advocating a fundamental shift in how we understand and categorize the condition. Her controversial call to d...
Scientists have discovered six ancient teeth dating back around 400,000 years that offer molecular clues about the relationships between Denisovans and Homo erectus. The findings provide a fresh perspective on one of hum...
NASA released a striking visual feature titled “Australia’s Cloudy Beauty” on May 12, 2026, highlighting a high‑resolution composite image of the Australian continent captured by the agency’s Terra and Aqua satellites. T...
Geologists announced on May 12, 2026 that isotopic analysis of gases from geothermal springs in Zambia points to the early formation of a continental rift that could evolve into a new tectonic plate boundary. Elevated he...
Astrophysicists at the University of California, Riverside unveiled a theoretical framework on May 11, 2026 that establishes the lower size limit for planets capable of sustaining liquid water on their surfaces. The mode...
A comprehensive survey published on May 11, 2026 reveals that populations of birds of prey across South Africa have been dwindling at an alarming rate over the past 16 years. Researchers analyzed road‑count data from 200...