Decoding Cuneiform, One of the Earliest Forms of Writing
The ancient Sumerians developed this writing system more than 5,000 years ago. Tens of thousands of cuneiform tablets still await translation. ...read more
Month: November 2020
Why Small Talk Is Good For You
Casual chats with people we encounter in our daily routine can go a long way toward relieving loneliness. Even during a pandemic, there are safe ways to engage. ...read more
Parrots Live in New York City. Here’s How They Make It in the Urban Jungle
New Yorkers: Get to know your neighbors. Quaker parrots are making a home in the Big Apple. They’re building giant nests that (occasionally) cause power surges in the city — and are no stranger to pizza crust cleanup duty. ...read more
Olympus Mons: Mars’ Mega Volcano
Olympus Mons is the solar system's largest volcano. Astronomers say it holds clues to unraveling Mars' history. ...read more
The Quest for an ‘Asian Flush’ Remedy
The so-called Asian glow, or alcohol flush reaction, results from a genetic intolerance to alcohol. A pill that can prevent facial redness and other effects while drinking has long been a dream for sufferers. ...read more
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Astronomers Have Finally Found the Cause of Mysterious Fast Radio Bursts
Fast radio bursts, or FRBs, have puzzled astronomers since they were first discovered in 2007. Now, researchers have caught one coming from a dead star in our own galaxy. ...read more
Why a COVID-19 Vaccine Is Key For Returning to Normalcy
Dozens of vaccines are in the works, with many already in clinical trials. Experts say that an effective vaccine is the safest way to reach herd immunity. ...read more
20 Things You Didn’t Know About Glaciers
These huge masses of ice flow like rivers, and one once hid a Cold War-era city. ...read more
Will Carbon Labels on Our Food Turn us Into Climatarians?
Restaurants, retailers and brands are adding carbon footprint labels to food products. Is this a useful tool in curbing environmental impact, or just a marketing gimmick? ...read more