An asteroid or comet completely wiped out the ancient human settlement of Abu Hureyra. The impact is likely part of a larger cosmic impact event that triggered the rapid cooling of Earth. The >>
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‘Hot Jupiter’ exoplanets are super weird
In the hunt for planets outside of our own solar system, scientists have spotted a number of interesting planet types that we simply don’t have in our neck of the cosmic woods. So-called >>
Scientists just froze LEGO pieces to a record-breaking low temperature
Winter is officially here, and the biggest gift-giving day of the year is right around the corner. I don’t know about you, but that sounds to me like the perfect combination for some >>
Chili peppers might hurt, but a new study says they help you live longer
Chili peppers are a beloved ingredient in many dishes around the world. Whether you favor the flavor or not, new research suggests that there may be some serious medical benefits to adding them >>
Here’s how fast your dog really ages – and no, it’s not the old 7-to-1 rule
Every dog owner is familiar with the concept of “dog years.” It’s the idea that for every year of human time, dogs age seven years. If your dog is two human years old >>
Scientists let rats drive tiny cars, and they loved it
The vast majority of scientific studies are high-level examinations of the mechanics that drive our reality. They often involve massive collections of data that the average person couldn’t even begin to parse, and >>
Mind-blowing drug trials show it’s possible to reverse biological age
The relentless march of time will eventually claim all of our lives — or at least that’s the reality we’ve all come to expect. Short of finding the mythical Fountain of Youth, there’s >>
Want to live longer? Stop drinking soda
Most people already know that regularly drinking soda can have negative health consequences. Whether you prefer sugar or artificial sweeteners in your soft drinks, guzzling cans of cola on a daily basis is >>
