The Antarctic Ice Sheet Formed By Ideal Coincidence
Tectonic shifts and a drop in atmospheric carbon dioxide allowed the development of the mighty ice sheet, the fate of which now hangs in the balance. ...read more
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The Science Behind Dog DNA Tests
The popular mail-in kits have arrived thanks to a sweeping research project that maps the canine genome, similar to efforts with human genetics. ...read more
No Relief in Sight from Southwest’s Megadrought, the Worst in 1,200 Years
Hopes are fading for any short-term relief, and long-term prospects will likely worsen with continued warming. ...read more
Can We Move Beyond Food?
Some powders and drinks boast all of the necessary nutrients a body needs — no grocery trips required. But it isn't clear how drinking our meals might affect our health. ...read more
The Things Your Dreams Reveal About Yourself
The cryptic imagery of dreams fascinates and mystifies everyone – even those steeped in dream research. But what are dreams for? And what do they tell us about our everyday lives? By Sarah Jay ...read more
Raiding Graves — Not to Rob But to Remember
Two archaeologists offer surprising new data suggesting people in medieval Europe took items from graves as heirlooms. ...read more
Drowning Out the Sound of Drones
Low-flying aircraft could soon fill the skies. Scientists are trying to fight the noise they could bring. ...read more
Studies Show Developmental Setbacks in Pandemic Babies
Multiple studies have identified challenges in motor and social skills development for babies born during the COVID-19 pandemic. ...read more
African Script Sheds Light on Evolution of Writing
New research confirms that letter shapes become predictably simpler over time to make reading and writing more efficient. ...read more
Warm Waters Are Causing The Earth To Dim
Satellite data reveals that cloud cover is disappearing over the Pacific, leading to less reflectivity ...read more