It took over 100 years for humans to see this squid alive for the first time
We’ve known about the existence of the rare Antarctic gonate squid since 1898. However, it has taken us over 100 years to actually see this …
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Can coffee help you live longer? Some scientists think so
Is coffee a health drink? While we’ve seen some interesting and often polarizing reports about just how healthy coffee is over the years, one thing …
Turns out supermassive black holes are way more common than we thought
Supermassive black holes are some of the densest objects found within our universe. These cosmic objects are so heavy that they often weigh billions of …
Scientists found the first known methane-powered spiders at the bottom of the sea
Methane is best known for how dangerous is can be to humans and the part it plays in global warming. However, when you go deep …
Humanity’s first influence on climate change could have come much earlier than previously thought
We all know that humans are helping drive climate change. No, we aren’t the only cause of the increasing global temperatures, but there’s no question …
There’s a 40% chance Planet Nine exists, new study claims
There has been a lot of back and forth about the existence of a mysterious ninth planet, often referred to as “Planet Nine” or even …
A new species of dinosaur was discovered sitting in a jar since 2005
A new species of dinosaur has been discovered after its fossil sat in a jar in a museum for 20 years. The Bolg amondol, which …
Remarkable new AI can tell your age by looking at your eyes
One of the most impressive areas of generative AI software like ChatGPT right now involves enhanced computer vision. AI can understand and interpret data from …
Astronomers just found the universe’s ‘missing matter’
There’s been a lot of discussion over the years about what the universe is made up of. While some argue that dark matter is holding …
AI could finally help us talk to our cats
If you’re a pet owner, there has likely been at least one instance where you’ve looked at your dog or cat and thought, “I really …
Scientists claim they just discovered an ‘ultramassive’ black hole heavier than any other we’ve found
Astronomers have uncovered what they say just might be the heaviest black hole we’ve ever seen. The “ultramassive” black hole is located at the center …
This new material is eight times stronger than graphene
Researchers have created a new 2D carbon material that is actually stronger than graphene. The material was created by researchers at Rice University, and they …
The real reason scientists are dumping thousands of mosquitos into Hawaii’s forests
The fact that scientists are dumping thousands of live mosquitoes into Hawaii’s forests is a bit terrifying. However, the group behind the mission has a …
There may be a ‘third state’ between life and death
As humans, we typically look at life and death as two sides of the same coin. However, some researchers believe there could be a “third …
This airborne toxin was discovered in the US for the first time
A new study from researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder included a shocking revelation. According to this new paper, published in ACS Environmental Au, …
This AI system found a potential cure for blindness
People developing frontier AI models often speculate about how amazing the world will be once AGI and AI superintelligence are available. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s …
This gene stops elephants from getting cancer – can it help human cancer research?
For decades, scientists have puzzled over a curious phenomenon called Peto’s Paradox. In theory, large animals with long lifespans should develop cancer more often because …
Coating satellites in ‘darkness’ could help reduce light pollution
Earth’s satellite problem is only getting worse as time goes on and more satellites are sent into orbit. One of the chief issues with the …
Tiny glass beads could reveal the Moon’s secret history
You might see the Moon as a grey, lifeless orb that orbits our planet each day. However, many researchers believe that the Moon is more …
New research shows even dinosaurs got cancer
Researchers may have found a smoking gun for human cancer research and it goes back almost 70 million years. The smoking gun in question is …
Researchers invented a device that pulls drinking water from the air without electricity
A small wooden cube could soon be the only thing standing between you and a fresh glass of water. Scientists working at the Royal Melbourne …
This everyday activity can reveal your brain’s age
Walking might seem like a pretty basic aspect of most of our lives. However, the speed at which you walk can actually tell doctors a …
The dogs of Chernobyl may be evolving right before our eyes
Are the dogs of Chernobyl evolving right in front of us? That’s a question some scientists have been asking in new research that has been …
Scientists want to test a solar umbrella that could help fight climate change
Scientists have long looked for ways to turn the tide in our fight against climate change. So far, no matter what ideas they come up …
A YouTuber just made the world’s most powerful handheld laser
YouTuber Drake Anthony, who goes by “styropyro,” has created what he claims is the world’s strongest handheld laser. According to Anthony, the legal limit of …
This super rare mineral could be the key to unlocking green energy
The future of green energy could be unlocked by a super rare mineral, researchers claim. The mineral in question is jadarite. It resembles kryptonite, the …
New study claims the world’s oceans are a ‘ticking time bomb’
Our oceans are struggling. From bleaching in the coral reefs to increasing temperatures and rising sea levels, they’ve seen better days. To make matters worse, …
This is the largest map of the universe ever made, and anyone can explore it
The universe is a big place, and while we’re still unraveling the mysteries of the early universe, the James Webb Space Telescope has given us …
The ESA just snapped the first photos of the Sun’s south pole
The European Space Agency has achieved yet another “first” for humankind by capturing the first photos of the Sun’s south pole. These images were captured …
Lab-grown salmon is now being served in a US restaurant
There’s an entirely new world of food developing right in front of us and it comes in the form of lab-grown meats. While we’ve already …
