Birdbrain or Mastermind? The Evolution of Consciousness
For centuries, calling someone a "birdbrain" was an insult. Science assumed that because birds lacked a neocortex, they were essentially…
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James Webb Maps an Alien Atmosphere in 3D
Scientists used the James Webb 3D atmosphere map tool for the first time on WASP-18b. They found a 2,760°C hotspot…
Europa Clipper to ‘Taste’ Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS in Historic Flyby
In a historic first, NASA's Europa Clipper will fly through the tail of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS. Learn how its advanced…
Climate Change & Zombie Viruses: What Science Knows
Arctic thaw is reviving 48,500-year-old zombie viruses permafrost couldn't hold. Learn about the climate feedback loop and pandemic risks science…
Origin of Heavy Elements: Has a New Cosmic Forge Been Found?
We knew stars make elements, but the origin of heavy elements like gold was a puzzle. A new theory about…
How DNA Folding Sparked the Origin of Animal Complexity
The origin of animal complexity was a puzzle. A new 2025 study reveals it wasn't new genes, but ancient DNA…
How a Bat’s Brain Works: They Have GPS Cells
Scientists discover bats use a 'neural compass' anchored to visual landmarks, not magnetic fields, to navigate. Learn how this wild…
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Water Plumes
Why is interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS releasing water like a 'fire hose' so far from the Sun? Discover the science behind…
Microplastics Bone Health Risk: Is Plastic Weakening Skeletons?
Shocking link uncovered: microplastics bone health risk. Studies show tiny plastics invade bone, disrupt cells & may increase osteoporosis risk.…
How ‘Artificial Leaves’ Use Sunlight to Make Medicine
Discover how scientists built a portable, solar-powered 'leaf' that can create valuable chemicals and medicines, even on cloudy days. A…