50-foot ancient snake discovered in India may be one of the largest ever
A newly identified species of ancient snake, Vasuki indicus, may rank among the largest snakes to ever exist. The massive reptile lived around 47 million years ago in what is…
Scientists just found a chilling way life may have begun
Modern cells are highly intricate systems. They contain internal scaffolding, tightly controlled chemical processes, and genetic instructions that guide nearly everything they do. This complexity allows them to survive in…
Scientists catch antimatter “atom” acting like a wave for the first time
One of the defining breakthroughs that set quantum physics apart from classical physics was the realization that matter behaves very differently at extremely small scales. Among the most important discoveries…
NASA Curiosity rover finds mysterious life linked molecules on Mars
NASA’s Curiosity rover has identified a wide range of organic molecules on Mars, including compounds that scientists consider key ingredients for the origin of life on Earth. The discovery comes…
This hidden kind of stress may be damaging your memory as you age
Stress that people turn inward may be quietly increasing the risk of memory loss in older Chinese Americans, according to new research from Rutgers Health. The study, published in The…
This tiny mammal survived the dinosaur apocalypse and changed life on Earth
Mammals once shared the planet with dinosaurs until a catastrophic event 66 million years ago wiped out about 75% of all life on Earth. Even so, some species managed to…
Scientists finally solve mystery of strange “golden orb” found 2 miles deep
A strange object known as the “golden orb” puzzled scientists and captured public attention after it was collected during a 2023 NOAA expedition. More than two years later, researchers have…
Mezcal worm in a bottle DNA test reveals a surprise
At the bottom of some mezcal bottles sits one of the most recognizable curiosities in the world of spirits: a pale, curled “worm” preserved in alcohol. It has helped give…
Panama’s ocean lifeline vanishes for the first time in 40 years
Each year during Central America’s dry season (generally between December and April), strong northern trade winds help drive an important ocean process in the Gulf of Panama. These winds push…
Fish oil may be hurting your brain, new study finds
A new study from the Medical University of South Carolina is raising fresh concerns about fish oil supplements, especially for people who experience repeated mild traumatic brain injuries. Writing in…