Volcanic Eruptions May Be Caused By Mysterious 'BLOBS' Under The Earth
New research suggests that mysterious "BLOBS" under the Earth could actually be driving volcanic activity.
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This New Study Challenges Long-Standing Beliefs About Autism
New research challenges long-standing beliefs about how the human brain interprets body parts and intentions in those with autism.
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Scientists Found A 100 Million-Year-Old 'Zombie Fungus' Preserved In Amber
Researchers have discovered a 100-million-year-old zombie fungus preserved in amber, giving us a glimpse into ancient times.
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Using Cannabis Can Make Lasting Changes To Your Body's Epigenetic Code
Research shows that long-term cannabis use can change your body's epigenetic code, affecting the genes your body relies on.
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It's Time To Get Serious About Nuclear Space Travel, New Study Urges
A new paper from former NASA administrators suggests it is finally time to take nuclear space travel seriously.
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Earth's Largest Waterfall Isn't The One You'd Expect
Have you ever wondered what Earth's largest waterfall is? While a few might come close, there's only one that truly sets itself apart.
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Perseids: How To Watch One Of 2025's Most Spectacular Meteor Showers
The best meteor shower of 2025 will feature hundreds of meteors per hour, but you'll want to catch it sooner rather than later.
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Blue Sharks Might Actually Be Some Of Nature's Most Unexpected Chameleons
New research suggests that blue sharks may actually be some of the best chameleons in the world, but we still have to prove it.
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NASA Just Snapped The Closest Photos Of The Sun Ever Taken
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has set yet another record by taking the closest images of the Sun anyone has ever seen.
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This Volcano In Alaska Has Been Dormant For Over 100 Years, But Now It's Rumbling
New reports suggest the Iliamna Volcano in Alaska is rumbling after 100 years of dormancy, but NASA says an eruption isn't imminent.
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Tons Of Invisible Plastics Are Hiding In Our Oceans
New research claims that tons of invisible nanoplastics are hiding in our oceans, raising even more concerns about plastic pollution.
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Big Dams May Have Changed How The Earth Rotates, New Study Finds
New research has uncovered that the construction of water dams has shifted Earth's poles in subtle but important ways.
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Air Pollution Can Cause Cancer In Never Smokers, New Study Finds
New research suggests that being exposed to air pollution for long periods can have similar effects to smoking and aging.
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This Is Why Moonlight Changes Colors
Ever wondered why moonlight seems to change color depending on the night? Well, here's what you need to know.
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This Company Could Save NASA's Doomed Martian Sample Return Mission
NASA's Mars Sample Return mission has long been a point of contention for the agency, but now someone might have a plan to save it.
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Scientists Just Rediscovered A Rare Insect We Thought Went Extinct 20 Years Ago
A species of mayfly previously thought to be extinct because of how rare it is has now reappeared in Thailand.
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'Space Ice' Found In Comets Isn't Much Like Water On Earth After All
New research suggests that the makeup of space ice might be quite a bit different than we previously believed.
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Scientists Discovered A Mystery Dog-Sized Dinosaur In Colorado
Paleontologists have discovered the fossils of a new, dog-sized, mystery dinosaur species hidden in Colorado.
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We May Finally Know What Happened To The Water On Mars
New research might finally help us understand what happened to the water on Mars and rewrite everything we know about the Red Planet.
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An Unidentified Object Might Have Just Crashed Into Saturn
Researchers have called for the public's help after an image appears to show an unidentified object slamming into Saturn.
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Researchers Used Gene Therapy To Restore Hearing In Adults
Groundbreaking new research shows that it is possible to use gene therapy to restore hearing in both children and adults.
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Climate Tipping Point Might Have Been Crossed Before The 'Great Dying'
Researchers say that the climate tipping point may have already been crossed before the Great Dying led to years of global warming.
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New Study Claims The Universe Will Start Shrinking In 7 Billion Years
A new study may have given us a glimpse of when the "Big Crunch" will take place and the universe will start shrinking.
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Astronomers Discovered A Whole New Class Of Black Holes
New research is shedding light on what researchers call "lite" intermediate-mass black holes, which are smaller, but still important.
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Common Farm Chemicals May Be Heralding An 'Insect Apocalypse'
We may be silently causing an "insect apocalypse" by using a specific type of pesticide, new research claims.
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ChatGPT Proves It Could Pilot A Spacecraft Surprisingly Well
A ChatGPT-powered spacecraft might not be such an improbable concept after all, but there's still work to be done.
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New Study Claims These Sports Are Better Exercise Than Running Or Swimming
New research shows that racket-based sports are actually better for burning calories than running or swimming.
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