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NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk are working outside the International Space Station today to boost its power supply. The duo is installing a new solar array that will help keep the orbiting laboratory running strong for years to come.
Australian scientists discovered that honey bee colonies use a coordinated "immune system" throughout their hives, with different materials providing antimicrobial protection in different areas. The surrounding landscape determines how strong these defenses are, suggesting that diverse plant habitats are crucial for bee health.
Finnish scientists discovered that a single sauna session triggers white blood cells to surge through your bloodstream, potentially boosting your body's defense system. The immune response mirrors what happens during exercise and may explain why sauna lovers report feeling healthier.
A half-gram fragment of Japanese knotweed can become an entire new plant, proving that nature's regenerative power cuts both ways. While some species use this superpower to spread beauty, others use it to become invasive nightmares.
Researchers built Lumina, the largest simulation ever of the early universe, giving astronomers a powerful new tool to unlock cosmic mysteries. The digital cosmos recreates how stars, galaxies, and black holes emerged after the Big Bang.
Scientists just discovered that tiny bursts of everyday movement—like fidgeting, carrying groceries, or doing dishes—can protect your heart in just four minutes a day. No gym required.
Researchers have developed an AI-powered system that can transmit actual scents through the internet, opening doors to more immersive virtual experiences and new health applications. The technology correctly identified smells 73% of the time in early tests.
Millions of women have been told menopause causes a dramatic physical collapse. New research shows that scary "cliff" narrative is marketing hype, not medical fact.
The new print magazine editor at MIT Technology Review is championing audacious ideas, from moon colonies to AI breakthroughs. Her message: focusing on what we can't do only makes the darkness darker.
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A German student won the world's top microscopy prize by zooming in on something we use every day: a printer in action. His close-up reveals ink droplets stretching through fog like an alien landscape.
Scientists are using artificial intelligence to decode animal communication, from whale songs to dog barks. While we're not ready for full conversations yet, researchers say we're closer than ever to understanding what animals are trying to tell us.
A South Korean seal cartoon designed for kids has become an unexpected sensation among pets, with millions watching dogs and cats glued to their screens. Scientists say the show's colors, movement, and sounds accidentally create the perfect viewing experience for animals.