Long-lost golden salamander spotted alive for the first time in 42 years
If an animal completely disappears for over 40 years, it’s usually a safe bet to consider them extinct. That wasn’t exactly the case with the …
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Nvidia’s AI can now create ‘photos’ of people who don’t even exist, and they look perfectly real
The people in the images above have two things in common. First, they’re all attractive in a “seen on the red carpet” kind of way, …
Smart mosquito trap could prevent spread of deadly diseases
Doctors hope a mosquito trap will prevent the spread of disease. The trap is smart enough to know what type of mosquito it’s trapping, and …
Humans living forever is ‘impossible’ according to science
If you’ve been hoping that science would find a way to beat aging before you enter your twilight years I’ve got some pretty bad news …
The massive asteroid that killed the dinosaurs was even more devastating than anyone imagined
The massive asteroid that is thought to have wiped out the dinosaurs was one of the most significant events in Earth’s history, and without it …
Massive ‘monster planet’ found orbiting puny star leaves astronomers stunned
Astronomers have been making something of a habit of discovering exoplanets as of late. Spotting the telltale signs of a planet orbiting a far-away star …
Researchers uncover massive prehistoric “sea monster” measuring nearly 20 feet
The oceans of modern day Earth are scary enough already, with all kinds of creatures that could make your blood run cold if you accidentally …
Here’s some glow-in-the-dark ‘Plutonium’ soap that will make your showers slightly less boring
Your bathroom is probably the most boring place in your house — unless you’re one of those people that has the multi-person walk-in showers with …
NASA just dropped an incredible playlist of spooky sounds recorded in space, just in time for Halloween
We all already know that there are lots and lots of spooky places here on Earth. That weird abandoned house a few blocks over might …
Carbon dioxide levels are the highest in 3 million years
Despite the increasing number of regulations and guidelines related to the burning of fossil fuels — as well as the spike in green technologies including …
Doctor uses iPhone accessory to diagnose his own cancer
We rely on doctors to take care of us and figure out what’s wrong with us when we’re not feeling 100%, but what happens when …
Astronomers discover blistering planet where sunscreen falls from the sky like snow
The little we already know about exoplanets — that is, planets we’ve spotted or detected outside of our own Solar System — paints many of …
Something weird flew past Earth and scientists still don’t know what it was
When it comes to the objects floating around in our solar system, scientists have a pretty good handle on what they all are. Aside from …
Is this a crashed alien spaceship on Mars?
Amateur paranormal investigators routinely claim that they’ve spotted signs of ancient alien civilizations in material published by NASA — from “alien skulls” to structures that …
This new dinosaur is basically a Pokemon
Imagine this: a large, feathered reptile with bold stripes and a colorful, raccoon-like face. Sound like something you’d probably see roaming around the world of …
Watch the world’s first supersonic car smash its first public test
Bloodhound SSC, a British team that’s planning on using a jet engine strapped to wheels to travel at 1,000mph, just hit an important milestone. The …
The plague is back, and it’s going on a rampage
The word “plague” conjures up images of bodies piled high and creepy doctors donning long, beaked masks, but while modern day cases of the disease …
Scientists built virtual human brain cells that actually work
For centuries, scientists who have dedicated their lives to studying the human brain have attempted to unlock its mysteries. The role the brain plays in …
Mother Nature to the rescue? Study shows coral likes to eat plastic waste
When you really think about it, humans are dumb, messy animals. Our trash has found it way to every corner of the planet, from the …
Oceans could rise as much as six feet within the century, so say goodbye to the coast
The effects of human-prompted climate change are varied and unpredictable, and we’re already starting to see some of the effects. Mankind is making some important …
Science says daydreaming means you’re probably smart
Ever find yourself in a situation where your body is sitting at your desk at work but your mind is wandering with little regard for …
This bear’s incredibly huge tongue isn’t Photoshopped, but it is a medical mystery
If you’ve ever bit down at the wrong moment or drank some scalding hot cocoa or soup, there’s a good chance you know what a …
Scientists crack nightmare code with new technique to control dreams
Aren’t nightmares just the worst? There you are, trying to catch a few well-deserved Zs when you’re torn from your peaceful slumber and tossed into …
Einstein’s touching note explaining how to be happy just sold for $1.3 million
In 1922, famed physicist Albert Einstein found himself without enough money to tip the bellboy who delivered something to his room. Rather than letting the …
Scientist proposes wild explanation for why we haven’t discovered aliens yet
We know our galaxy is huge, and that there’s an untold number of other galaxies out there in the unimaginably large universe. We also know …
Perfectly clear solar panels could power your home and you’d never even see them
Solar energy has the potential to totally destroy our reliance on fossil fuels, so why aren’t we all running on power from the sun? Solar …
NASA is about to do something with the Curiosity rover it never could have planned
NASA’s Mars rover Curiosity has already delivered some gorgeous views of the red planet and provided scientists with an incredible wealth of data regarding one …
Scientists edited pig genes and accidentally made bacon healthier
Bacon is love, bacon is life, and now scientists want to make it even better (?). New research using the groundbreaking CRISPR gene editing process …
Russia’s future soldier super suits are getting nuclear-proof accessories
In the never-ending forward march of military technology, Russia made a big leap in July when it showed off its vision for foot soldiers of …
This insane underwater restaurant is being built in Norway
Shoreline seafood restaurants are typically great places to enjoy an evening, but if you want to get truly up-close-and-personal with the watery depths while you …
