How did the Concorde fly so fast?
The Concorde was the fastest commercial plane ever flown, but its speed came with a hefty price tag.
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Impact of hurricane exposure on health varies by personality, research suggests
A retrospective study of young adults impacted by Hurricane Harvey in 2017 found links between perceived changes in health-related behaviors and personality traits. More extraverted individuals tended to perceive positive changes in their health since the hurricane, while individuals with…
Dietary spermidine intake linked to lower risk of depression, study finds
A new study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders highlights a potential link between dietary intake of spermidine, a naturally occurring compound found in many foods, and a reduced risk of depression. Researchers discovered that higher levels of dietary…
Review: Catching up with the witchy brew of Agatha All Along
The MCU’s foray into streaming television has produced mixed results, but one of my favorites was the weirdly inventive, oh-so-meta WandaVision. I’m happy to report that the spinoff sequel, Agatha All Along, taps into that same offbeat creativity, giving us…
Surprising precision: Nearly half of “earworms” match original pitch perfectly
Most of us have experienced a catchy tune looping in our minds, but how accurately do we recall the music? A new study published in Attention, Perception, & Psychophysics reveals that these “earworms” may be stored more precisely in our…
Forgetting may provide a surprising evolutionary benefit, experts say
If you didn’t forget things, you’d be in for a world of trouble.
Mother’s gut bacteria shown to influence baby’s brain development
A recent study conducted in mice suggests that specific beneficial bacteria in a pregnant mother’s gut could support healthy brain development in her fetus. Researchers at the University of Birmingham and University of Cambridge discovered that the presence of a…
Evolution quiz: Can you naturally select the correct answers?
How much do you know about evolution? Take this quiz to find out.
Gharial: The prehistoric crocodilian that buzzes and blows bubbles to find a mate
This critically endangered animal, known for its long, thin snout with a bulbous growth at the end, split off from other crocodilian species 40 million years ago.
Microplastics may be entering the clouds and affecting the weather, scientists say
Clouds affect Earth’s weather and climate in many ways. New research suggests that the presence of microplastic particles could alter these processes.
