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Scientists just directly measured the magnetic field of a distant pulsar for the first time, unlocking secrets about some of the universe's most extreme objects. The breakthrough came from NASA's IXPE telescope studying a spinning neutron star in the spectacular Lighthouse Nebula.
An international physics team has discovered that time itself might contain a fundamental uncertainty, suggesting there's a limit to how precisely any clock could ever measure it. The finding could finally reveal how quantum mechanics and gravity connect.
Virginia Tech researchers created a way to measure recovery progress for people quitting multiple substances, celebrating each win instead of demanding complete abstinence. The study of 2,400 people shows incremental progress improves quality of life.
For the first time ever, astronomers have measured the real-time power of jets blasting from a black hole, and the numbers are staggering. The breakthrough reveals these cosmic fountains pack the energy of 10,000 suns while racing through space at 355 million mph.
A scientist who helped discover one of the universe's most fundamental particles is making the mind-bending science of time accessible to everyone. His new book reveals how modern physics is unlocking secrets ancient civilizations could only dream about.
A new time capsule being buried in Philadelphia on July 4 is engineered to survive until 2276—longer than any time capsule has lasted before. Special waterproof design and triple-layered protection will keep America's treasures safe for the next quarter millennium.
Four astronauts preparing to fly farther from Earth than any humans in history are featured on Time magazine's latest cover. Their February mission will take humanity back to the moon for the first time in over 50 years.
For decades, countries have judged their progress by a single number: GDP growth. Now a UN expert group says it's time to measure what really matters, from health and education to trust and environmental quality.
Scientists discovered that daylight saving time prevents tens of thousands of deer deaths and saves human lives by keeping evening commutes lighter. The simple clock change could reduce deadly collisions by 14 times during peak hours.
Astronomers have measured the true power of black hole jets for the first time, finding they pack the energy of 10,000 Suns and travel at half the speed of light. The breakthrough confirms theories about how black holes shape galaxies across the universe.
A towering 65-foot hot dog sculpture has made its comeback to New York's Times Square, this time celebrating America's 250th birthday. Brooklyn artists are serving up joy with a playful tribute to American culture that's making tourists smile. ##
The United Nations is rethinking how countries measure success, moving beyond GDP to capture what really makes life good. A groundbreaking report due in April 2025 could change how nations track progress for the first time in decades.
Physicists at Los Alamos National Laboratory have created quantum controls that can stretch, blur, and even reverse time's arrow at the microscopic level. The breakthrough could unlock new ways to extract energy from quantum systems and prepare quantum states more efficiently.
Finnish researchers tracked 260 kids for eight years and discovered something surprising: more screen time was linked to better cognitive skills in teenagers. The secret may be what kids do on screens, not just how long they spend.
Twenty-five African countries now track innovation using borrowed metrics that miss grassroots breakthroughs transforming communities. Researchers say it's time to measure what truly drives progress across the continent.
Major clean energy organizations are uniting behind a California ballot measure that could cut project delays by up to 9 years while keeping environmental protections intact. The Building an Affordable California Act aims to speed up solar, wind, and battery storage projects through clearer timelines and streamlined reviews.
New research confirms psychiatrist Viktor Frankl was right: it's not life's circumstances that defeat us, but losing our sense of purpose. Studies now show that finding meaning in tough times measurably improves resilience and health.
A new book challenges the myth that we're all too busy, revealing surprising pockets of time hiding in our weeks. Author Laura Vanderkam shares 11 practical ways to feel less rushed and savor daily life.
Critics worry about wind turbines filling landfills, but the numbers tell a surprisingly different story. When scientists measured waste per unit of electricity, they discovered renewable energy produces thousands of times less material than fossil fuels.
Scientists finally explain that sweet relief when your calendar clears unexpectedly. A Rutgers study reveals "windfall time" makes the same 60 minutes feel longer and more valuable than scheduled breaks.
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