
Perfume could actually hurt your body, scientists claim
A fresh spritz of perfume might lift your mood, but it could also interfere with your body’s natural chemical defenses, according to new research. Scientists …
A fresh spritz of perfume might lift your mood, but it could also interfere with your body’s natural chemical defenses, according to new research. Scientists …
Penguins might be doing more for the planet than we thought when it comes to fighting climate change. According to new research, the clouds around …
Cognitive decline is often seen as an unavoidable part of getting older. But new research suggests that it may not be as permanent as we …
Getting to Mars has always been a game of patience. With current propulsion technology, even the fastest missions take around seven to nine months. But …
Large language models like ChatGPT and LLaMA have become known for their fluent, sometimes eerily human-like responses. However, they also have a well-documented problem of …
For years, questions about whether 5G is safe or not have circulated, especially during the pandemic when conspiracy theories tied the technology to everything from …
Floridians hoping to kick off summer with a relaxing beach day might want to check the shoreline first. A record-breaking bloom of seaweed is drifting …
Even if the world meets the international goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C, the consequences of the climate change crisis may still be far …
Scientists in Germany have engineered a major leap forward in solar panel design by devising plans for ultra-thin solar panels that are up to 1,000 …
A new battery could soon reshape how we power wearables, medical devices, and soft robotics. Scientists at Linköping University in Sweden have developed a stretchy …
Looking for a simple trick to boost your memory that doesn’t involve puzzles, supplements, or hours of studying? According to new research, engaging in light …
For centuries, humans have wondered if trees are more than passive bystanders in nature. Do they sense? Do they communicate? Some researchers think so, but …
Humans might like to think we’ve cornered the market on cleanliness, but a new study shows we’re not as special as we thought, especially when …
Most people assume that a hot wash means clean clothes. But new research suggests your washing machine may be underperforming, especially when it comes to …
Subtle differences in how we move through the world may actually hold clues about how our brains work. According to a new study, we may …
If you’ve ever thought a workout felt like it lasted forever, science agrees. According to a recent study, time really does seem to slow down …
For centuries, alchemists tried to unlock the ability to turn lead into gold. They believed the right mystical process or chemical concoction could transform one …
SpaceX currently controls nearly every rocket launch on Earth. With 98% of global orbital launches under its belt, Elon Musk’s company has become the de …
A satellite no bigger than a washing machine could soon take a major step toward reshaping the future of clean energy. Japan is preparing to …
The drama began in 2024, when a sky-scanning telescope known as the Zwicky Transient Facility picked up a sudden brightening in the night sky. But …
We tend to think of silence as empty space. The absence of sound. But, it turns out that quiet isn’t passive at all. In fact, …
Imagine a source of energy that produces no carbon emissions, lies beneath our feet, and could power human civilization for millennia. A growing body of …
For decades, NASA has pushed the boundaries of what humanity knows and what we dare to imagine. From walking on the Moon to exploring the …
It turns out the idea that humans glow might not just be poetic. A new study from the University of Calgary and the National Research …
Flamingos are often seen as peaceful waders, standing gracefully in shallow lakes with their heads dipped underwater. But beneath that calm surface, they’re executing a …
The end of the universe has always felt like a distant abstraction. But new calculations suggest that our original timeline might have been wildly optimistic. …
A new AI model can actually recreate your face just by analyzing a few bits of your DNA. Developed by scientists at the Chinese Academy …
For many people, Ozempic is a game-changer in the fight against obesity. But while the drug is known for its powerful appetite-suppressing effects, some users …
Intermittent fasting has become a go-to method for those looking to lose weight and improve their health. But while skipping meals or slashing calories a …
Dementia is rising around the world. But in China, the numbers have reached staggering new heights, and experts are scrambling to understand why. A recent …