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'Bomb carbon' in wood shavings helped researchers measure the stability of biochar in soil
Biochar can store carbon in the soil and reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere—yet we still know too little about how long the biochar will pers…
'Civic laboratories': How online spaces are reshaping civic engagement among Gen Z
Even before they are old enough to vote, some young people are finding ways to make a difference. Civic engagement among youth ages 15 to 25 can range from volu…
Individual atomic collisions can now be detected in the lab, potentially opening up pathways to new physics
Tiny atoms and molecules are constantly bombarding each other all around us. While we regularly measure the large-scale effects of these interactions, measuring…
Why Drug Companies Are Rushing to Market Ketamine Medicines
Spurred on by the Trump administration’s embrace of psychedelic medicine, researchers are experimenting with new — and not so new — forms of the anesthetic.
Russia Condemns U.S. Arrest Warrant for Raul Castro
Escalating tensions around Cuba could destabilize Latin America and the Caribbean, Moscow warns. On Tuesday, Russia’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement condem…
Drones help archaeologists find Aboriginal rock art sites hidden in Australia's rugged Blue Mountains
Drone-mounted laser technology is helping archaeologists locate Aboriginal rock art sites hidden in the rugged, densely vegetated landscapes of Australia's Blue…
Marital breakups can also have long-term effects, and some are felt keenly in old age
Marital breakups have consequences that extend beyond the immediate end of cohabitation. Research from the University of Granada has found that these consequenc…
Vrouw (34) veroordeeld tot zeven jaar cel voor doodslag op haar baby
In Den Haag is een 34-jarige vrouw veroordeeld tot zeven jaar cel voor doodslag op haar tien maanden oude zoontje. De rechtbank acht bewezen dat de vrouw dusdan…
Pezehshkian says Iran will defend its territory at all costs
Tehran, IRNA – President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran will not surrender its territory, invoking the legacy of constitutional revolutionary figure Sattar Khan.
Start-Up Claims to Use A.I.-Created Viruses to Treat a Patient
Certain viruses attack bacteria and can sometimes clear antibiotic-resistant infections. Researchers said they had tailored a virus to attack one patient’s illn…
The James Webb telescope is watching one of the earliest supernovas in the universe unfold
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope may have discovered a supernova erupting just 1.1 billion years after the Big Bang.
Eighteen years of whale call research reveals key habitat of mysterious species
In a boost for the conservation of one of the world's most elusive and least-understood whale species, researchers analyzing more than 18 years of underwater ac…
Hot plasma may explain how rapidly feeding black holes launch powerful jets
Some supermassive black holes rapidly consume surrounding matter while simultaneously firing powerful streams of plasma into space at nearly the speed of light.…
“I do not interfere in politics of neighboring states” — Sadyr Japarov
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov denied allegations that he requested money from Kazakhstani opposition figure Mukhtar Ablyazov during the October 2020 events, cl…
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra Review: The RTX Spark Chip Changes Everything … for AI Workers
Starting at $2,599, this computer isn’t for everyone. But PC power users may find plenty to love.
Largest collection of Roman cave inscriptions discovered in Spain
Archaeologists have uncovered the largest collection of Latin cave inscriptions anywhere in the Roman Empire. Early analysis of the inscriptions discovered at C…
The road to discovery: DNA in the air maps biodiversity
Curtin University researchers have detected traces of hundreds of plants and animals by collecting DNA from the air as they drove more than 1,100km (684 miles) …
Bela Bajaria’s season finale: Desi content queen exits Netflix
Bela Bajaria has stepped down from her role as chief content officer at Netflix amid significant challenges in the media landscape. She oversaw an impressive an…
Why it’s hard to know if students understand a piece of physics
Joshua Biro wonders how we know if a student has really understood a piece of physics The post Why it’s hard to know if students understand a piece of physics a…
For the first time, artificial intelligence is a top 10 fear in the U.S.
Many Americans are more scared of AI than a loved one getting sick. The post For the first time, artificial intelligence is a top 10 fear in the U.S. appeared f…
This robot exists solely to bounce ping-pong balls
Hexa-Bouncer is the latest in a series of ‘useless but mildly interesting ball bouncing machines.’ The post This robot exists solely to bounce ping-pong balls a…
Employees with autism report hidden labor of workplace camouflaging in new study
Employees with autism may expend considerable time and effort modifying their behavior to meet workplace expectations, from rehearsing conversations and monitor…
Collecting phones during college lessons raises grades, large randomized trial finds
Your phone vibrates, a notification pops up, or you just take a quick glance at the screen. Even minor interruptions can affect your concentration—not least whe…
The World's Tallest Trees Seem to Struggle to Make Their Own Food During Heat Waves, Leaving Them Vulnerable as the World Warms
Coast redwoods, which grow only from central California to southern Oregon, slow photosynthesis when temperatures ramp up, according to a new study. Scientists …
Quantum probability can't be derived without assuming it first
For nearly a century, physicists have relied on the Born rule to calculate the chances of different outcomes when they measure a quantum system. Yet despite dec…
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Scientists discover a promising blood sugar–regulating compound in red alga
It is a dietary staple found in sushi, rice wraps and ramen toppings. Commonly known as nori in Japan and gim in Korea, red seaweed is especially popular across…
Can restoring large animals help mitigate climate change? It's complicated
Can protecting elephants and whales help mitigate climate change?
Undeciphered Voynich manuscript may have been bound out of order, study finds
Experts argue that the mysterious Voynich manuscript was incorrectly bound — a discovery that "moves the ball" in finally deciphering the 15th-century document.…
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