When a Supervolcano Erupted, These Ancient People Survived the Blankets of Ash
An eruption in Sumatra might have made life more difficult in modern-day India, but it probably didn't wipe out all residents. ...read more
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How Did Belief Evolve?
An anthropologist traces the development of Homo sapiens’ most creative and destructive force, from the making of stone tools to the rise of religions. ...read more
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When the People Investigate: How Citizen Science has Transformed Research
From saving monarch butterflies to documenting the climate crisis, citizen scientists are reshaping science -- and helping drive what questions are worth asking. ...read more
Glow-in-the-Dark Amphibians Are Way More Common Than Scientists Thought
Whether it’s the spots on their backs or the slime on their skin, more amphibians glow in the dark than researchers realized. ...read more
The Roach Replication Crisis
A classic study on the psychology of cockroaches has failed to replicate ...read more
Vaping Harms the Oral Microbiome, Making E-Cigarette Users More Prone to Gum Diseases
A new study links vaping to oral microbiome changes and higher rates of gum disease. ...read more
Strong North Atlantic Storm Sucks up Saharan Sand and Dust and Swirls it Into a Giant Cyclone
Along the way, the sand and dust streamed across the Canary Islands, causing chaos. ...read more
What Do Electrolyte Supplements Really Do for Athletes? Not a Whole Lot, Study Finds
For athletes worried about being over- or under-hydrated, watching water intake levels is probably more effective than taking electrolytes. ...read more
First Results From the Moon’s Far Side
Based on data from China’s Yutu-2 rover, our satellite is deeply covered in fluffy moon dust across its surface. ...read more