Science

SpaceX’s Starlink and other mega-constellations of satellites could damage the atmosphere in ways we don’t yet understand, scientists say. The number of satellites in Earth’s orbit has skyrocketed from about...

When we think about aging, we often imagine it as a uniform process—our entire body growing older in lockstep. But new research posits that aging doesn’t work this way. Instead,...

When frustration boils over, many of us instinctively vent—yelling, punching a pillow, or ranting to a friend—believing it helps release the emotional pressure. However, new research reveals this common practice...

Earth is bidding farewell to a fleeting celestial companion. The asteroid 2024 PT5, has been orbiting near our planet for the past two months and is now leaving Earth’s vicinity,...

When we think about memory, the brain naturally takes center stage. From recalling a childhood experience to learning a new skill, our minds seem to carry the weight of storing...

Can plants grow without sunlight? This question, which might have once seemed like the realm of science fiction, is now a challenge researchers are tackling through electro-agriculture. This innovative method...

If you’ve noticed your flights feeling bumpier, you’re not alone. Scientists say that increased turbulence is becoming more frequent—and it has a lot to do with our changing climate. Turbulence...

Giant water bugs are fascinating creatures that dominate their freshwater habitats with their sheer size and unique adaptations. These aquatic insects, often called “toe-biters,” are among the largest and deadliest...

Discovered in 1963 near Alicante, Spain, the Villena Treasure remains one of the most fascinating finds of the Late Bronze Age. This extraordinary collection of 66 artifacts, predominantly gold, also...

For the first time, astronomers have imaged a star located outside the Milky Way galaxy. The subject, WOH G64, is a red supergiant situated roughly 160,000 light-years away in the...