What was the first animal on Earth?
Using fossil evidence and genetic dating, geneticists and paleontologists have backed strikingly different candidates for…
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Meditation can backfire, worsening mental health problems
Since mindfulness it’s something you can practice at home for free, it often sounds like…
Psychiatrists report a bizarre case of orgasm-induced synesthesia
A case study published in the Iranian Journal of Psychiatry has brought to light a…
Elon Musk said he’s ‘definitely going to be dead’ before humans go to Mars — and you probably will be too
“If it’s taken us 18 years just to get ready to do the first people…
Scientists make breasts in a dish to study lactation
Scientists are making mammary gland organoids with 3D milk ducts that could shed light on…
Taiwanese public largely rejects gender self-identification, survey finds
A new study published in Archives of Sexual Behaviour reveals that an overwhelming majority of…
3 shipwrecks from ‘forgotten battle’ of World War II discovered off remote Alaskan island
This is the first time that wrecks from the almost-overlooked conflict in WWII have been…
Distinct neural synchrony observed in social interactions involving autistic adults
Adults with autism spectrum disorder prefer to take on a following role rather than leading…
Study reveals subtle genetic link between intelligence and mental health
A study of Dutch twins has uncovered a slight association between higher intelligence and a…
Oransi AirMend AMD-150H air purifier review
Can this US-made air purifier perform well enough to compensate for its lack of smart…
Space photo of the week: James Webb telescope catches baby stars roaring to life
A new image of the Serpens Nebula captured by the James Webb Space Telescope shows…
Brain imaging study finds large sex-differences in regions tied to mental health
A new study, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, has…
Old books can have unsafe levels of chromium, but readers’ risk is low
An analysis of a university collection found that the vibrant pigments coating some Victorian-era tomes…
When did humans start cooking food?
When did humans first roast food over a fire? Archaeology and biology can shed light…
HIIT workouts outshine others in boosting memory and brain health, new study finds
It’s long been known that exercise is not only good for the body, it’s also…
How narcissistic CEOs steer boardroom conversations toward risk-taking
In a new study published in the Strategic Management Journal, researchers have unearthed a critical…
Researchers discover how DMT alters visual cortex to create psychedelic visuals
A new neuroimaging study has revealed how the powerful psychedelic N,N-dimethyltryptamine, commonly known as DMT,…
Last meal of crocodile mummified in ancient Egypt revealed in CT scans 3,000 years later
Last meal of crocodile mummified in ancient Egypt revealed in CT scans 3,000 years later
Introversion, texting habits, and self-confidence: Understanding the connections
A recent study published in Psychology of Popular Media sheds light on how the motivations…
The reality of romantic preferences: Large-scale study reveals surprising truths
When searching for a romantic partner, most people have an idea of what their ideal…
Schemas help older adults compensate for age-related memory decline, study finds
According to a new study published in Cognition, schema knowledge compensates for age-related memory decline…
Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 running headphones review
We’ve tried a lot of running headphones and the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2…
These ‘living computers’ are made from human neurons — and you can rent one for $500 a month
In the search for less energy-hungry artificial intelligence, some scientists are exploring living computers.
Silky anteater: The tiny, boxing ball of fur
The smallest species of anteater grows to just 14 inches, including its tail — but…
