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How do migrating birds know where they're going? -- Marilyn Perkins -- To navigate the skies, birds rely on a complex sensory tool kit.
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Strikingly simple 'dial' in the brain may help it distinguish imagination from reality -- Activity levels in a specific region of the brain predict whether we think something is real, irrespective of whether we've seen it or imagined it.1 day ago
Powerful solar telescope unveils ultra-fine magnetic 'curtains' on the sun's surface -- The Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope captured the sharpest-ever images of the sun's surface, revealing ultra-fine bright and dark stripes called striations that are caused by powerful magnetic fluctuations.1 day ago
There's a new blood test for Alzheimer's - here's how it works -- In patients showing cognitive decline, a new blood test for Alzheimer's is expected to make diagnosis more convenient, accessible and inexpensive than other existing tests.1 day ago
Doctors could combat antibiotic resistance - and save lives - by tracking superbug evolution in real time, study hints -- A new proof-of-concept study explored the feasibility of tracking the evolution of superbug infections in real time to help save infected patients.1 day ago
Enslaved Africans led a decade-long rebellion 1,200 years ago in Iraq, new evidence suggests -- The Zanj, enslaved people largely from Africa, rebelled at the same time they were ordered to build a massive system of canals in what is now Iraq, a new study finds.1 day ago
Monster black hole jet from the early universe is basking in the 'afterglow' of the Big Bang -- NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory has captured a striking image of a distant quasar from the "cosmic noon," including a giant energy jet "being illuminated by the leftover glow from the Big Bang itself."1 day ago
Strange pits on 'hobbit' teeth and other archaic humans could reveal hidden links in our family tree -- Small clusters of pits in tooth enamel may be traced back to a single evolutionary lineage millions of years ago.1 day ago
1,000-year-old Viking Age hoard has a pendant that may be a cross or Thor's hammer17 minutes ago
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What are the Dead Sea Scrolls, the ancient texts from the Hebrew Bible found in the caves of Qumran? By - Owen Jarus - last updated - 14 June 25 - The famous biblical manuscripts were found in caves near this ancient settlement.18 hours ago
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Does the color purple really exist? By - Alice Sun - published - 14 June 25 - The color purple is, in a way, invented by our brains.18 hours ago
Science news this week: Overdue earthquakes and star-shaped brain cells - By - Alexander McNamara - published - 14 June 25 - June 14, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.18 hours ago
Southern cassowary: The giant prehistoric bird with dinosaur feet - By - Hannah Osborne - published - 14 June 25 - These large, flightless birds have powerful, muscular legs and tough, prehistoric-looking feet with claws that can deliver a powerful blow.17 minutes ago
Instead of 'de-extincting' dire wolves, scientists should use gene editing to protect living, endangered species - By - Alex Erwin - published - 13 June 25 - Opinion - A legal scholar with a doctorate in wildlife genetics explains the promise biotechnology techniques hold for some animals that are currently endangered.20 hours ago
People's mental health often improves after weight-loss surgery. A study pinpoints the real reason why. By - Marianne Guenot - published - 10 June 25 - Feeling less stigma - not losing weight - was linked to better mental health and eating behaviors after bariatric surgery.1 day ago
Your moral compass is tied to how in tune you are with your body, study hints - By - Skyler Ware - published - 28 May 25 - A recent study draws a connection between people's bodily awareness and how they find solutions to moral dilemmas.15 days ago
The constant surveillance of modern life could worsen our brain function in ways we don't fully understand, disturbing studies suggest - By - Simon Makin - published - 11 May 25 - We live in an era of constant surveillance. Psychology research shows how this might change how we perceive the world - even unconsciously1 month ago
'Alien's language' problem that stumped mathematicians for decades may finally be close to a solution - By - Joanna Thompson - published - 4 June 25 - The Inter-universal Teichm ller Theory, an infamous proof that has confounded mathematicians for over a decade, has been partially solved.8 days ago
'Neutron lifetime puzzle' may have a new solution - By - Andrey Feldman - published - 31 May 25 - A type of hydrogen that doesn't interact with light could explain how long neutrons live and reveal the identity of the universe's dark matter, according to a new theory.11 days ago
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Why isn't an atom's nucleus round? By - Victoria Atkinson - published - 31 May 25 - The nuclei of atoms are often portrayed as round in textbooks, but it turns out they're rarely spherical.13 days ago
Scientists create ultra-tough copper alloy that is stronger than steel and can withstand temperatures of 1500 F - By - Ben Turner - published - 23 April 25 - The new super-strong copper alloy can be used to build better airplanes and spacecraft.1 month ago
Why does nearly all life breathe oxygen? By - Harrison Tasoff - published - 30 March 25 - Nitrogen comprises around 78% of Earth's atmosphere, so why do most lifeforms breathe oxygen?1 month ago
Scientists break down cheap plastic using the air - and turn it into something far more valuable - By - Ben Turner - published - 22 March 25 - Scientists developed a new method for breaking down one of the most common plastics to a byproduct that can be upcycled into more valuable materials.2 months ago
Best microscopes for students 2025 - By - Morgan Bailee Boggess McCoy - last updated - 12 June 25 - Discover a microscopic world with one of the best microscopes for students and young scientists, without emptying your wallet.2 days ago
Best microscopes for kids 2025 - By - Morgan Bailee Boggess McCoy - last updated - 12 June 25 - Encourage children to love science by showing them the world in miniature with some of the best microscopes for kids.2 days ago
Building your own slides is a great way to get more from your microscope - here's how to make them - By - Heather Barker - published - 12 June 25 - Making your own microscope slides can be fun and easy with these simple-to-follow tips - including dry and wet mounting, plus crafty alternatives.2 days ago