Delivering a refreshing fusion of science, pop culture, history, and esoteric humor, renowned astrophysicist, lecturer, and best selling author Neil deGrasse Tyson takes us on a whirlwind tour of UFO…
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Hantavirus questions grow in the wake of a cruise ship outbreak
As public health officials around the world monitor dozens of former passengers and crewmembers of the MV Hondius for signs of hantavirus infection, scientists are hoping to learn more about…
The Whirlpool Galaxy comes alive photo of the day for May 13, 2026
The Whirlpool Galaxy sprawls across the cosmos in this striking new snapshot from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). The galaxy, formally known as M51 (Messier 51), stretches out its…
Immigrant patients often choose doctors with a shared cultural background – what they are seeking isn’t sameness but connection
At a recent dental appointment, I was unexpectedly seen by a new provider in my longtime dentist’s practice. Early in the visit, he realized we were both Iranian American. Like…
Territorial conflict may explain male primates’ large size
It’s a game of monkey mean, monkey grew. Territorial tension may be behind the size of male primates. In many primate species, males have evolved to be bigger than their…
Imperial purple cloth discovered in Roman infant burials in York
Archaeologists and chemists from the University of York have identified traces of rare imperial purple dye on textile remains recovered from Roman infant burials in York, offering fresh insight into…
Map of Brain Histamine System Links Molecule to ADHD and Depression
Summary: Researchers developed the first multiscale map of the brain’s histamine system, spanning from genetics to behavior. While histamine is famously linked to allergies, this study highlights its critical, often-overlooked…
NASA’s Psyche asteroid probe will fly within 3,000 miles of Mars on May 15: Here’s what to expect
NASA’s asteroid-bound Psyche mission is headed for an encounter with Mars on Friday (May 15). The spacecraft, which is on its way to an asteroid also called Psyche, will come…
Rare Bronze Age neck rings unearthed near Norrköping
Archaeologists working near Norrköping have uncovered two exceptionally rare Bronze Age neck rings buried inside an ancient grave, a discovery experts say may be unique in Sweden. The bronze rings,…
First Real-Time Brain-Controlled Hearing Device
Summary: Researchers provided the first direct evidence that brain-controlled technology can help listeners isolate a single voice in a crowded environment. The study demonstrates a system that acts as a…
