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Marijuana hospital visits linked to dementia diagnosis within 5 years, study finds

Marijuana hospital visits linked to dementia diagnosis within 5 years, study finds

Marijuana hospital visits linked to dementia diagnosis within 5 years, study finds
Environment|Science|Technology

'I started hyperventilating': Watch first footage of giant sea creature

Scientists working with the Schmidt Ocean Institute reveal the first footage of two elusive sea animals: the colossal squid and a type of glass squid.

'I started hyperventilating': Watch first footage of giant sea creature
Science|Technology|World

A Soyuz capsule with 2 Russians and 1 American returns to Earth from the International Space Station

A Soyuz capsule carrying two Russian cosmonauts and one American astronaut safely landed Sunday in Kazakhstan, concluding a 220-day mission aboard the International Space Station

A Soyuz capsule with 2 Russians and 1 American returns to Earth from the International Space Station
Asia|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Spacecraft brings Russians, American back to earth, Russia's space agency says

A Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Russian cosmonauts Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Wagner and NASA astronaut Donald Pettit has returned to Earth, Russia's Roscosmos space agency reported on

Spacecraft brings Russians, American back to earth, Russia's space agency says
Asia|Science|Sports|Technology

No sweat: Humanoid robots run a Chinese half-marathon alongside flesh-and-blood competitors

In one small step for robot-kind — thousands of them, really — humanoid robots ran alongside actual humans in a half-marathon in the Chinese capital

No sweat: Humanoid robots run a Chinese half-marathon alongside flesh-and-blood competitors
Africa|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Where do whale sharks mate? The search to learn where the magic happens for the world's biggest fish

Nobody knows where whale sharks, the biggest fish in the sea, are mating

Where do whale sharks mate? The search to learn where the magic happens for the world's biggest fish
Science|Technology|World

Chemical fingerprints could belong to a signature of life on distant planet

Chemical fingerprints could belong to a signature of life on distant planet

Chemical fingerprints could belong to a signature of life on distant planet
Environment|Health|Science

Spring allergies are back. Here's how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing

Allergy season can be miserable for tens of millions of Americans each year

Spring allergies are back. Here's how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing
Science|Technology

Scientists found a potential sign of life on a distant planet – an astronomer explains why many are still skeptical

The exoplanet K2-18b could harbor a massive ocean, but scientists will need to study the planet more to see if it’s really likely to host life.

Scientists found a potential sign of life on a distant planet – an astronomer explains why many are still skeptical
Education|Europe|Political|Science|Technology

Macron invites international scientists to come work in France

French President Emmanuel Macron invited scientists from all over the world to come work in France or Europe, as U.S.

Macron invites international scientists to come work in France
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump's White House launches COVID website that criticizes WHO, Fauci and Biden

Republican U.S.

Trump's White House launches COVID website that criticizes WHO, Fauci and Biden
Health|Political|Science|US

Video shows doctor with measles treating kids. RFK Jr later praised him as an ‘extraordinary’ healer

A video shows a Texas doctor, who has been treating children in a measles outbreak, with a measles rash on his face in a clinic while caring for patients a week before he met with Health Secretary Robert F

Video shows doctor with measles treating kids. RFK Jr later praised him as an ‘extraordinary’ healer
Health|Science|US

Half of US states have reported measles cases this year

Half of US states have reported measles cases this year

Half of US states have reported measles cases this year
Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

Trump turns a COVID information website into a promotion page for the lab leak theory

A federal website that used to feature information on vaccines, testing and treatment for COVID-19 has been transformed into a page supporting the theory that the pandemic originated with a lab leak

Trump turns a COVID information website into a promotion page for the lab leak theory
Health|Political|Science|US

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website
Environment|Science

A new comet appeared in the sky, then likely disintegrated. But it can still be seen

A new comet appeared in the sky, then likely disintegrated. But it can still be seen

A new comet appeared in the sky, then likely disintegrated. But it can still be seen
Science|Technology

NASA's Lucy spacecraft is speeding toward another close encounter with an asteroid

NASA's Lucy spacecraft will soon swoop past a small asteroid

NASA's Lucy spacecraft is speeding toward another close encounter with an asteroid
Education|Science|Technology

All models are wrong − a computational modeling expert explains how engineers make them useful

If an engineer makes an improper assumption while designing something, sometimes the consequences are fatal. An engineering professor explains how to reduce risk.

All models are wrong − a computational modeling expert explains how engineers make them useful
Environment|Political|Science|US

Lawsuits seeking to address climate change have promise but face uncertain future

In the battle to slow climate change, local and state governments, as well as citizens, have taken to the courts. Their results have varied, but the cases keep coming.

Lawsuits seeking to address climate change have promise but face uncertain future
Environment|Science|Travel

How to catch the shooting stars of spring's first meteor shower, the Lyrids

Spring's first meteor shower is reaching its peak

How to catch the shooting stars of spring's first meteor shower, the Lyrids
Environment|Science

Scientists stumble across rare evidence that Earth is peeling underneath the Sierra Nevada

Scientists stumble across rare evidence that Earth is peeling underneath the Sierra Nevada

Scientists stumble across rare evidence that  Earth is peeling underneath the Sierra Nevada
Environment|Science|US

This notorious West Coast phenomenon fueled historic floods in the East. Another one is on the way

This notorious West Coast phenomenon fueled historic floods in the East. Another one is on the way

This notorious West Coast phenomenon fueled historic floods in the East. Another one is on the way
Science|Technology|World

Scientists find possible chemical signs of life on a faraway planet

Astronomers have detected possible chemical signs of life on a faraway planet

Scientists find possible chemical signs of life on a faraway planet
Science|Technology

New evidence challenges theories on the origin of water on Earth, study suggests

New evidence challenges theories on the origin of water on Earth, study suggests

New evidence challenges theories on the origin of water on Earth, study suggests
Health|Science

Why are autism rates rising?

The U.S. government released new data this week showing that rates of autism diagnoses among U.S. children reached record highs in 2022.

Why are autism rates rising?
Health|Science|Technology

How does your brain create new memories? Neuroscientists discover ‘rules’ for how neurons encode new information

As you experience or encounter new things, your brain must encode this information via the right neural networks at the right time.

How does your brain create new memories? Neuroscientists discover ‘rules’ for how neurons encode new information
Environment|Science|Technology|US|World

NASA rover finds fresh evidence of the warm and wet past of Mars

A mineral called siderite found abundantly in rock drilled by a NASA rover on the surface of Mars is providing fresh evidence of the planet's warmer and wetter

NASA rover finds fresh evidence of the warm and wet past of Mars
Science|Technology|World

Scientists detect signature of life on a distant planet, study suggests

Scientists detect signature of life on a distant planet, study suggests

Scientists detect signature of life on a distant planet, study suggests
Environment|Science|US|World

Endangered sea turtle populations show signs of recovery in more than half the world, survey finds

A new global survey finds that endangered sea turtles show signs of recovery in a majority of places where they’re found worldwide

Endangered sea turtle populations show signs of recovery in more than half the world, survey finds
Health|Science

Walking faster may reduce your risk of abnormal heart rhythms, study finds

Walking faster may reduce your risk of abnormal heart rhythms, study finds

Walking faster may reduce your risk of abnormal heart rhythms, study finds
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science

Trump funding freeze upends agricultural research at US universities

By Karl Plume, P.J.

Trump funding freeze upends agricultural research at US universities
Science|Technology

Popular AIs head-to-head: OpenAI beats DeepSeek on sentence-level reasoning

Large language model AIs can ingest long documents and answer questions about them, but a key question is how well they ‘understand’ individual sentences in the documents.

Popular AIs head-to-head: OpenAI beats DeepSeek on sentence-level reasoning
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Believers say microdosing psychedelics helps them. Scientists are trying to measure the claims

Microdosing is gaining popularity with a new breed of health seekers

Believers say microdosing psychedelics helps them. Scientists are trying to measure the claims
Health|Science|US

1 heart transplant saves 3 young children in New York City

1 heart transplant saves 3 young children in New York City

1 heart transplant saves 3 young children in New York City
Health|Science|US

Measles costs are accumulating as funding cuts threaten the outbreak response

Measles costs are accumulating as funding cuts threaten the outbreak response

Measles costs are accumulating as funding cuts threaten the outbreak response
Business|Health|Science

Experimental GLP-1 pill helped people with diabetes lose weight and lower blood sugar, Eli Lilly says

Experimental GLP-1 pill helped people with diabetes lose weight and lower blood sugar, Eli Lilly says

Experimental GLP-1 pill helped people with diabetes lose weight and lower blood sugar, Eli Lilly says
Education|Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

Science caught in crossfire of Trump's fight with universities

Harvard scientist Dr.

Science caught in crossfire of Trump's fight with universities
Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

iPhones and GPS owe their existence to US government-funded research. What’s at stake with Trump cuts to university funding

iPhones and GPS owe their existence to US government-funded research. What’s at stake with Trump cuts to university funding

iPhones and GPS owe their existence to US government-funded research. What’s at stake with Trump cuts to university funding
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Is your teen sleep-deprived? These expert bedtime tips could help

Bedtime routines aren’t just for toddlers

Is your teen sleep-deprived? These expert bedtime tips could help
Food|Health|Political|Science

Top NIH nutrition researcher studying ultraprocessed foods departs, citing censorship under Kennedy

Top NIH nutrition researcher studying ultraprocessed foods departs, citing censorship under Kennedy

Top NIH nutrition researcher studying ultraprocessed foods departs, citing censorship under Kennedy
Education|Health|Political|Science|US

Harvard researchers say they might have to lay off workers and euthanize research animals due to funding freeze

Harvard researchers say they might have to lay off workers and euthanize research animals due to funding freeze

Harvard researchers say they might have to lay off workers and euthanize research animals due to funding freeze
Science|Technology|World

Scientists find strongest evidence yet of life on an alien planet

In a potential landmark discovery, scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have obtained what they call the strongest signs yet of possible life beyond our

Scientists find strongest evidence yet of life on an alien planet
Health|Political|Science|US

Kennedy promises exhaustive studies to identify any environmental factors that may cause autism

Health Secretary Robert F

Kennedy promises exhaustive studies to identify any environmental factors that may cause autism
Health|Political|Science|US

Experts recommendations on RSV and meningitis vaccines will go to ex-prosecutor now at CDC

A federal panel of experts on Wednesday recommended an expansion of RSV vaccinations for adults and a new combination shot as another option to protect teens against meningitis

Experts recommendations on RSV and meningitis vaccines will go to ex-prosecutor now at CDC
Economy|Education|Political|Science|Technology|US

How war, money and the quest for discovery entwined the US government and universities

The showdown between the Trump administration and Harvard University is spotlighting bare-knuckled politics and big dollar figures

How war, money and the quest for discovery entwined the US government and universities
Environment|Health|Political|Science|US

US health chief Kennedy targets 'environmental toxins' as cause of autism

Environmental contributors to autism are behind its rising prevalence, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

US health chief Kennedy targets 'environmental toxins' as cause of autism
Health|Science|US

CDC considers narrowing its Covid-19 vaccine recommendations

CDC considers narrowing its Covid-19 vaccine recommendations

CDC considers narrowing its Covid-19 vaccine recommendations
Health|Science|Technology

Behind the story of the decades-long journey of xenotransplantation

In this episode of The Story Behind the AP Story, we hear from Lauran Neergaard and Shelby Lum, who have been following the journey of animal to human transplants, or xenotransplants, over the last few years

Behind the story of the decades-long journey of xenotransplantation
Environment|Science

Colossal squid resembles a ‘glass sculpture’ in first footage taken from the deep sea

Colossal squid resembles a ‘glass sculpture’ in first footage taken from the deep sea

Colossal squid resembles a ‘glass sculpture’ in first footage taken from the deep sea
Science|Technology|World

A colossal squid is caught on camera for the first time in the deep sea

A colossal squid has been captured on camera for the first time in the deep sea by an international team of researchers steering a remotely operated submersible

A colossal squid is caught on camera for the first time in the deep sea
Environment|Science|Technology

How single-stream recycling works − your choices can make it better

Not all plastic is the same. Old yogurt cups and milk jugs, for example, don’t play well together when being turned into new materials. However, there are solutions.

How single-stream recycling works − your choices can make it better
Health|Political|Science|US

In first news conference as HHS secretary, Kennedy says autism is an epidemic in the US

In first news conference as HHS secretary, Kennedy says autism is an epidemic in the US

In first news conference as HHS secretary, Kennedy says autism is an epidemic in the US
Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

WHO member countries agree on a draft 'pandemic treaty' to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes

The World Health Organization's member countries have agreed on a draft pandemic treaty that sets guidelines for how the international community might face the next global health crisis

WHO member countries agree on a draft 'pandemic treaty' to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes
Science|Technology

Tatooine-like planet outside the solar system may orbit two failed stars, scientists say

Scientists may have found a new Tatooine-like planet outside the solar system that orbits two failed stars

Tatooine-like planet outside the solar system may orbit two failed stars, scientists say
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Stress doesn’t just affect your bladder. It can hijack your overall health

Stress doesn’t just affect your bladder. It can hijack your overall health

Stress doesn’t just affect your bladder. It can hijack your overall health
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin praises Elon Musk, compares him to father of Soviet space program

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday praised Elon Musk, comparing him to Sergei Korolev, the chief engineer behind the Soviet Union's space success in the 1950s and 1960s,

Putin praises Elon Musk, compares him to father of Soviet space program
Environment|Science|Technology|US

Solar storm could bring auroras farther south over the US than they typically appear

Solar storm could bring auroras farther south over the US than they typically appear

Solar storm could bring auroras farther south over the US than they typically appear
Education|Political|Science|US

US judge blocks Energy Department from slashing federal research funding

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from carrying out steep cuts to federal research funding provided to universities by the U.S.

US judge blocks Energy Department from slashing federal research funding
Australia|Environment|Health|Science|World

Salmon migration affected by drug pollution in water from antianxiety medication

Salmon migration affected by drug pollution in water from antianxiety medication

Salmon migration affected by drug pollution in water from antianxiety medication
Environment|Science|Technology|US

Miami researchers are testing a textured seawall designed to hold back water and create a home for marine organisms

BIOCAP tiles reimagine seawalls as dynamic, ecologically active systems that have the potential to enhance coastal resilience.

Miami researchers are testing a textured seawall designed to hold back water and create a home for marine organisms
Science|Technology

Dark energy may have once been ‘springier’ than it is today − DESI cosmologists explain what their collaboration’s new measurement says about the universe’s history

Scientists have conflicting theories on why the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate. New measurements from a massive collaboration complicate these ideas.

Dark energy may have once been ‘springier’ than it is today − DESI cosmologists explain what their collaboration’s new measurement says about the universe’s history
Education|Environment|Science

Wide variety of old-growth ecosystems across the US makes their conservation a complex challenge

Effective conservation of old-growth ecosystems will work best if it considers their varied ecology.

Wide variety of old-growth ecosystems across the US makes their conservation a complex challenge
Asia|Economy|Education|Health|Science|World

Giving cash to families in poor, rural communities can help bring down child marriage rates – new research

A study of about 1 million girls in Indonesia suggests government programs can be effective in reducing the number of child brides.

Giving cash to families in poor, rural communities can help bring down child marriage rates – new research
Health|Science

Want to reduce your dementia risk? A shingles vaccine could help

Want to reduce your dementia risk? A shingles vaccine could help

Want to reduce your dementia risk? A shingles vaccine could help
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Sleep training is no longer just for babies. Some schools are teaching teens how to sleep

Sleep training is no longer just for newborns

Sleep training is no longer just for babies. Some schools are teaching teens how to sleep
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology|US

OpenAI names members to its nonprofit commission

ChatGPT maker OpenAI named members to its newly formed nonprofit commission on Tuesday, which will guide the company's philanthropic efforts.

OpenAI names members to its nonprofit commission
Political|Science|Technology|US

FAA tests drone detection equipment in New Jersey after unexplained drone sightings in the state last year

FAA tests drone detection equipment in New Jersey after unexplained drone sightings in the state last year

FAA tests drone detection equipment in New Jersey after unexplained drone sightings in the state last year
Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science

Harvard stands to lose $2.2 billion in federal funding. Researchers fear science will suffer

In a high-stakes standoff, President Donald Trump’s administration says it will freeze $2.2 billion in federal research grants for Harvard University, which is pushing back on demands for changes to campus policy

Harvard stands to lose $2.2 billion in federal funding. Researchers fear science will suffer
Science

Gray whales face mass mortality event along Pacific Coast

Gray whales are experiencing another mass mortality event along the North American Pacific coastline, with at least 70 whales perishing since the beginning of the year in Mexico’s Baja California peninsula.  Scientists are recording alarming statistics – including the lowest number of mother-calf pairs ever observed in key breeding lagoons – raising concerns about a potential repeat of the 2019 die-off, which claimed hundreds of whales. The declining population was first noticed in Mexico’s shallow, protected lagoons where the mammals traditionally congregate to calve, nurse, and breed. Steven Swartz, a marine scientist who has studied gray whales since 1977, reported

Gray whales face mass mortality event along Pacific Coast
Arts|Education|Health|Science|Technology

THERAPLAYING: Music therapy program to teach guitar to Parkinson's patients

THERAPLAYING: Music therapy program to teach guitar to Parkinson's patients

THERAPLAYING: Music therapy program to teach guitar to Parkinson's patients
Environment|Science|Technology|US

A strong solar storm heads to Earth. Here's what to know about northern lights

A strong solar storm is headed to Earth and this could cause colorful aurora displays in parts of the United States

A strong solar storm heads to Earth. Here's what to know about northern lights
Health|Political|Science|US

Autism rates in US rise again to 1 in 31 kids, CDC says

Newly released federal statistics show an estimated 1 in 31 U.S. children have autism, marking another jump in a long string of increases

Autism rates in US rise again to 1 in 31 kids, CDC says
Health|Science|US

US autism rate continues to rise, CDC says, pointing to greater awareness and better screening

US autism rate continues to rise, CDC says, pointing to greater awareness and better screening

US autism rate continues to rise, CDC says, pointing to greater awareness and better screening
Health|Political|Science|US

Translating what Kennedy's anti-vaccine allies hear in his response to the measles outbreak

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F

Translating what Kennedy's anti-vaccine allies hear in his response to the measles outbreak
Health|Science|US

Autism rates in US children hit record level in 2022, CDC data show

Rates of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. children reached a record level in 2022, continuing a recent trend of increasing prevalence, according to data released on

Autism rates in US children hit record level in 2022, CDC data show
Health|Science|Technology

Scientists reveal advance in brain research once thought impossible

Scientists reveal advance in brain research once thought impossible

Scientists reveal advance in brain research once thought impossible
Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

How to boost protein in your diet, without losing other nutrients. 5 tips from an expert

How to boost protein in your diet, without losing other nutrients. 5 tips from an expert

How to boost protein in your diet, without losing other nutrients. 5 tips from an expert
Health|Political|Science|US

US CDC advisers discuss narrowing use of COVID-19 booster shots

The U.S.

US CDC advisers discuss narrowing use of COVID-19 booster shots
Economy|Environment|Science|US

25 years of Everglades restoration has improved drinking water for millions in Florida, but a new risk is rising

Changes to the landscape and pollution have harmed this vital ecosystem known as the ‘river of grass.’

25 years of Everglades restoration has improved drinking water for millions in Florida, but a new risk is rising
Americas|Environment|Health|Science

Volcanic ash is a silent killer, more so than lava: What Alaska needs to know with Mount Spurr likely to erupt

When volcanoes like Alaska’s Mount Spurr erupt, the ash can damage people’s lungs, smother crops and kill animals, and the harm can continue to spread long afterward.

Volcanic ash is a silent killer, more so than lava: What Alaska needs to know with Mount Spurr likely to erupt
Africa|Business|Crime|Environment|Science

Kenyan agents bust plot to smuggle giant ants for sale to foreign insect lovers

Four smugglers caught trying to transport thousands of live ants out of Kenya for sale on exotic pet markets in Europe and Asia will be sentenced

Kenyan agents bust plot to smuggle giant ants for sale to foreign insect lovers
Health|Science|Technology|US

FDA OKs trial of pig livers as dialysis-like treatment for liver failure

U.S. researchers are about to test if livers from gene-edited pigs could treat people with sudden liver failure — not with a transplant but temporarily attached outside the body

FDA OKs trial of pig livers as dialysis-like treatment for liver failure
Americas|Health|Science|US

How bird flu differs from seasonal flu − an infectious disease researcher explains

Avian influenza infections in the US have been rising over the past year, but there’s no evidence so far that people can infect each other with this strain of the virus.

How bird flu differs from seasonal flu − an infectious disease researcher explains
Education|Science|Sports|Technology

Johns Hopkins students develop technology to help Baltimore Orioles build better baseball bats

Johns Hopkins students develop technology to help Baltimore Orioles build better baseball bats

Johns Hopkins students develop technology to help Baltimore Orioles build better baseball bats
Business|Political|Science|Technology|US

US House committee seeks testimony from 23andMe co-founder after bankruptcy

A U.S.

US House committee seeks testimony from 23andMe co-founder after bankruptcy
Economy|Europe|Health|Political|Science

High UK visa costs deter international scientists and engineers

It took Ed Roberts over a year to find a senior scientist to work at his cancer research laboratory in Scotland, a delay he blames on high UK visa costs that

High UK visa costs deter international scientists and engineers
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Europe had most widespread floods for more than a decade in 2024, scientists say

Europe faced its most widespread flooding last year since 2013, with 30% of the continent's river network hit by significant floods, scientists said on Tuesday, as

Europe had most widespread floods for more than a decade in 2024, scientists say
Environment|Health|Science

Brain-harming chemicals released from mattresses while children sleep, study says

Brain-harming chemicals released from mattresses while children sleep, study says

Brain-harming chemicals released from mattresses while children sleep, study says
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology

This ‘Poo Zoo’ is harvesting living cells from animal dung

This ‘Poo Zoo’ is harvesting living cells from animal dung

This ‘Poo Zoo’ is harvesting living cells from animal dung
Environment|Science|US

Elephants at San Diego safari park huddle to protect calves during earthquake

At the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, a herd of African elephants was caught on video running over to protect their young by encircling them during a 5.2 magnitude earthquake

Elephants at San Diego safari park huddle to protect calves during earthquake
Science

Antarctic iceberg break exposes hidden marine ecosystem thriving

A colossal iceberg named A-84 – comparable in size to Chicago – calved from the George VI Ice Shelf on Jan. 13, unveiling a seafloor area previously concealed for decades. This event provided scientists aboard the Schmidt Ocean Institute’s (SOI) research vessel R/V Falkor (too) with an unprecedented opportunity to explore the newly exposed marine environment.  Upon arrival on Jan. 25, the research team deployed remotely operated vehicles to document and collect specimens from the seafloor. Contrary to initial expectations of sparse life due to prolonged ice coverage, the area revealed a vibrant ecosystem teeming with diverse species, including icefish,

Antarctic iceberg break exposes hidden marine ecosystem thriving
Science|Technology

Why the meteorites that hit Earth have less water than the asteroid bits brought back by space probes – a planetary scientist explains new research

Water-rich meteorites contain key ingredients for life, yet they barely appear in meteorite collections. Recent research using shooting stars may explain why.

Why the meteorites that hit Earth have less water than the asteroid bits brought back by space probes – a planetary scientist explains new research
Business|Science|Technology

OpenAI launches new GPT-4.1 models with improved coding, long context comprehension

OpenAI on Monday launched its new AI model GPT-4.1, along with smaller versions GPT-4.1 mini and GPT-4.1 nano, touting major improvements in coding, instruction following, and long context

OpenAI launches new GPT-4.1 models with improved coding, long context comprehension
Celebrity|Entertainment|Science|Technology|World

Katy Perry launches into space with all-female crew on Blue Origin rocket

Pop star Katy Perry and five other women launched into space on a Blue Origin rocket and successfully returned to Earth on Monday, marking the first all-female spaceflight in

Katy Perry launches into space with all-female crew on Blue Origin rocket
Americas|Science|US

Earthquake brings widespread shaking across Southern California

Earthquake brings widespread shaking across Southern California

Earthquake brings widespread shaking across Southern California
Education|Political|Science|Technology|US

US universities sue Energy Department over research cuts

A group of U.S. universities sued the Department of Energy in Massachusetts federal court on Monday over steep cuts to federal research funding in areas like

US universities sue Energy Department over research cuts
Celebrity|Entertainment|Science|Technology|Travel

Blue Origin launches an all-female celebrity crew with Katy Perry, Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez

Blue Origin has launched Jeff Bezos' fiancee Lauren Sanchez into space with an all-female celebrity crew that included Katy Perry and Gayle King

Blue Origin launches an all-female celebrity crew with Katy Perry, Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez
Health|Science|Technology

Technology use may be associated with a lower risk for dementia, study finds

Technology use may be associated with a lower risk for dementia, study finds

Technology use may be associated with a lower risk for dementia, study finds
Health|Science

New antibiotic is effective against gonorrhea, could be first new treatment since 1990s, study says

New antibiotic is effective against gonorrhea, could be first new treatment since 1990s, study says

New antibiotic is effective against gonorrhea, could be first new treatment since 1990s, study says
Business|Health|Science

Pfizer ends development of potential pill obesity treatment

Pfizer is ending the development of its potential once-daily pill treatment for obesity before venturing into the biggest and most expensive level of clinical testing

Pfizer ends development of potential pill obesity treatment
Health|Political|Science|US

How the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service protects public health at home and abroad

The Epidemic Intelligence Service has been a crucial tool in fighting diseases at home and abroad. Its impact would be impossible to replace.

How the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service protects public health at home and abroad
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|US

How and where is nuclear waste stored in the US?

The decades-long struggle to find a permanent place to dispose of nuclear waste will continue, probably for many years to come.

How and where is nuclear waste stored in the US?
Education|Health|Science

Are twins allergic to the same things?

An allergic reaction happens when your immune system overreacts to something that should be harmless. Whether that happens can be thanks to your genes, your environment or a combination.

Are twins allergic to the same things?
Science|Technology

Getting AIs working toward human goals − study shows how to measure misalignment

Aligning AIs with people’s goals and values is tricky. A new technique quantifies how far off human and machine are from each other.

Getting AIs working toward human goals − study shows how to measure misalignment
Education|Political|Science|Technology|US

Perceived consensus drives moral intolerance in a time of identity-driven politics and online bubbles

A psychologist explains how group identity, polarizing issues and social media are driving people apart – and suggests some remedies.

Perceived consensus drives moral intolerance in a time of identity-driven politics and online bubbles
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trump health policy uncertainty sends biotech sector into deeper slump

Trump administration cuts across federal health agencies have sent shivers through a biotech industry already struggling through a prolonged downturn

Trump health policy uncertainty sends biotech sector into deeper slump
Health|Science

Yawning may be more dangerous than you think, experts say

Yawning may be more dangerous than you think, experts say

Yawning may be more dangerous than you think, experts say
Health|Political|Science|US

Takeaways from AP's report on how flat funding set stage for Texas measles outbreak, might fuel more

The measles outbreak in West Texas didn’t happen just by chance

Takeaways from AP's report on how flat funding set stage for Texas measles outbreak, might fuel more
MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

Saudi Arabia, US on 'pathway' to civil nuclear agreement, US Energy Secretary says

The United States and Saudi Arabia will sign a preliminary agreement to cooperate over the kingdom's ambitions to develop a civil nuclear industry, U.S.

Saudi Arabia, US on 'pathway' to civil nuclear agreement, US Energy Secretary says
Environment|Science|US

Gray wolf who was brought to Colorado from Canada dies in Wyoming

Gray wolf who was brought to Colorado from Canada dies in Wyoming

Gray wolf who was brought to Colorado from Canada dies in Wyoming
Environment|Science|US

The reason for an outburst of deadly storms early in the year could be lurking in the ocean

The reason for an outburst of deadly storms early in the year could be lurking in the ocean

The reason for an outburst of deadly storms early in the year could be lurking in the ocean
Political|Science|US

Weather predictions may get worse. CNN Meteorologist explains why

Coordinated twice daily weather balloon launches make up the backbone of weather forecasts across the globe. Due to staffing shortages brought on by the Trump administration, the National Weather Service has cut weather balloon launches at eight sites across the United States, including in Nebraska and South Dakota. Here’s what that could mean for critical weather reports, particularly during severe weather.

Weather predictions may get worse. CNN Meteorologist explains why
Asia|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Jawbone from ancient land bridge reveals a mysterious human ancestor

Jawbone from ancient land bridge reveals a mysterious human ancestor

Jawbone from ancient land bridge reveals a mysterious human ancestor
Science|World

April’s full moon is a ‘micromoon.’ Here’s what that means

April’s full moon is a ‘micromoon.’ Here’s what that means

April’s full moon is a ‘micromoon.’ Here’s what that means
Asia|Environment|Science

A mysterious ocean glow reported for over 400 years has stumped scientists. A new study could offer clues

A mysterious ocean glow reported for over 400 years has stumped scientists. A new study could offer clues

A mysterious ocean glow reported for over 400 years has stumped scientists. A new study could offer clues
Health|Political|Science|US

RFK Jr.’s long, complicated history with the measles vaccines

RFK Jr.’s long, complicated history with the measles vaccines

RFK Jr.’s long, complicated history with the measles vaccines
Africa|Environment|Science

Vultures are among the least loved animals. African conservationists are trying to change that

Vultures have an image problem and are among the least loved animals in the world

Vultures are among the least loved animals. African conservationists are trying to change that
Business|Science|Technology

A16z eyes leading mega round in former OpenAI CTO’s startup Thinking Machines, sources say

Silicon Valley venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz is in talks to lead an outsized early stage funding round of former OpenAI chief

A16z eyes leading mega round in former OpenAI CTO’s startup Thinking Machines, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|US

Group of ex-OpenAI employees back Musk's lawsuit to halt OpenAI restructure

A dozen former OpenAI employees filed a legal brief on Friday backing co-founder Elon Musk's lawsuit aimed at keeping the non-profit status of OpenAI, marking

Group of ex-OpenAI employees back Musk's lawsuit to halt OpenAI restructure
Business|Science|Technology

Alphabet, Nvidia invest in OpenAI co-founder Sutskever's SSI, source says

Alphabet and Nvidia have joined prominent venture capital investors to back Safe Superintelligence (SSI), a startup co-founded by OpenAI's

Alphabet, Nvidia invest in OpenAI co-founder Sutskever's SSI, source says
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Brain drain? Trump cutbacks force scientists to seek jobs in Europe

David Die Dejean is passionate about studying tuna.

Brain drain? Trump cutbacks force scientists to seek jobs in Europe
Health|Science

Shame, grief, fear. How writing it all down can ease chronic pain

Psychotherapist and author, Nicole J. Sachs, explains how to begin a 20-minute practice called JournalSpeak that she says can help to interrupt the connection between negative emotions and chronic pain.

Shame, grief, fear. How writing it all down can ease chronic pain
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Chronic pain? Your nervous system could be causing it for good reason

Psychotherapist and bestselling author, Nicole Sachs, breaks down a key principle of mind-body medicine, explaining why the nervous system can sometimes turn pent-up stress, fear and anger into chronic, physical pain.

Chronic pain? Your nervous system could be causing it for good reason
Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

A drone, a robot dog and determined researchers found areas thought lost at Alcatraz

Armed with robots, lasers, and specialized drones, Pete Kelsey and his team 3D-mapped all of Alcatraz Island, gaining access to areas previously off limits. Over the course of 13 months, the team unveiled details around the famous 1962 prison escape and created new models that could help strengthen the island against threats from climate change.

A drone, a robot dog and determined researchers  found areas thought lost at Alcatraz
Environment|Political|Science|US

Trump’s budget plan eviscerates weather and climate research, and it could be enacted immediately

Trump’s budget plan eviscerates weather and climate research, and it could be enacted immediately

Trump’s budget plan eviscerates weather and climate research, and it could be enacted immediately
Lifestyle|Science

Quiet couples: Silent moments can be powerful ways to connect

Knowable Magazine talks about how the right kind of silence between a couple can be golden, revitalizing and strengthening in a relationship.

Quiet couples: Silent moments can be powerful ways to connect
Health|Lifestyle|Science

What is the salt trick for men, and is it a secret to improved intimacy?

Ro took a closer look at an at-home cure for erectile dysfunction and discovered it should be taken with a big grain of salt.

What is the salt trick for men, and is it a secret to improved intimacy?
Fashion and Beauty|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Women report more hair loss than men at every age—is stress at play?

Hers has conducted studies that show women experiencing more hair thinning and loss than men.

Women report more hair loss than men at every age—is stress at play?
Food|Health|Science

Lower-calorie Mediterranean diet and exercise limit bone loss, even during weight loss, study finds

Lower-calorie Mediterranean diet and exercise limit bone loss, even during weight loss, study finds

Lower-calorie Mediterranean diet and exercise limit bone loss, even during weight loss, study finds
Environment|Health|Science|US

Extreme heat can age you as fast as a smoking habit

Grist reports on a new study showing that exposure to high temperatures adds up to 14 months to older adults' cellular age.

Extreme heat can age you as fast as a smoking habit
Health|Science|US

Doctors remove pig kidney from an Alabama woman after a record 130 days

An Alabama woman who lived with a pig kidney for a record 130 days had the organ removed and is back on dialysis

Doctors remove pig kidney from an Alabama woman after a record 130 days
Business|Europe|Science|Technology

Irish regulator investigates X over use of EU personal data to train Grok AI

Ireland's data regulator on Friday said it had opened an investigation into social media platform X over the use of personal data collected from European Union users to train its AI

Irish regulator investigates X over use of EU personal data to train Grok AI
Health|Science|Technology

Transplanted pig kidney removed after functioning in living patient for more than four months

Transplanted pig kidney removed after functioning in living patient for more than four months

Transplanted pig kidney removed after functioning in living patient for more than four months
Environment|Science

Were dinosaurs headed for extinction even before massive asteroid strike? Scientists offer new clues

Were dinosaurs headed for extinction even before massive asteroid strike? Scientists offer new clues

Were dinosaurs headed for extinction even before massive asteroid strike? Scientists offer new clues
Europe|Science

Tiny cut marks on animal bone fossils reveal that human ancestors were in Romania 1.95 million years ago

Researchers reexamining fossils identified telltale marks made by human ancestors cutting meat from bones. The discovery pushes back the date hominins started living in Europe by 200,000 years.

Tiny cut marks on animal bone fossils reveal that human ancestors were in Romania 1.95 million years ago
Education|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Technology

AI-generated images can exploit how your mind works − here’s why they fool you and how to spot them

During scrolling, the brain processes visuals quickly not critically, making it easy to miss details that reveal a fake. As technology advances, slow down, look closer and think critically.

AI-generated images can exploit how your mind works − here’s why they fool you and how to spot them
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Pornography may be commonplace, but a growing body of research shows it causes lasting harm to the brain and relationships

‘Problematic’ pornography use has been linked to an array of health and relational issues – and more young people than ever are being exposed at early ages.

Pornography may be commonplace, but a growing body of research shows it causes lasting harm to the brain and relationships
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Ahead of spaceflight, Katy Perry is reading Carl Sagan and channeling her 'feminine divine'

Before she kicks off her upcoming world tour, Katy Perry is reaching for the stars

Ahead of spaceflight, Katy Perry is reading Carl Sagan and channeling her 'feminine divine'
Health|Science

That chronic pain is not all in your head, but the solution may not be in your body, expert says

That chronic pain is not all in your head, but the solution may not be in your body, expert says

That chronic pain is not all in your head, but the solution may not be in your body, expert says
Environment|Science|US

Two key ingredients cause extreme storms with destructive flooding – why these downpours are happening more often

Rising global temperatures increase the risk of extreme downpours, as a climate scientist explains.

Two key ingredients cause extreme storms with destructive flooding – why these downpours are happening more often
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

How one man just rewrote the history of Alcatraz

How one man just rewrote the history of Alcatraz

How one man just rewrote the history of Alcatraz
Americas|Environment|Science|World

Chile monitors volcanic field after seismic swarm causes 160 quakes in 2 hours

A seismic swarm that caused 160 quakes in two hours at the Laguna del Maule volcanic field in central Chile earlier this week has put authorities and citizens on alert.

Chile monitors volcanic field after seismic swarm causes 160 quakes in 2 hours
Health|Political|Science|US

RFK Jr. claims new research effort will find cause of ‘autism epidemic’ by September

RFK Jr. claims new research effort will find cause of ‘autism epidemic’ by September

RFK Jr. claims new research effort will find cause of ‘autism epidemic’ by September
Business|Environment|Political|Science|US

NOAA fires previously reinstated probationary workers, sources say

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has fired previously reinstated probationary workers after an appeals court on April 9 cleared the

NOAA fires previously reinstated probationary workers, sources say
Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

FDA says it will phase out animal testing requirement for monoclonal antibodies and drugs

FDA says it will phase out animal testing requirement for monoclonal antibodies and drugs

FDA says it will phase out animal testing requirement for monoclonal antibodies and drugs
Health|Political|Science|US

Kennedy sets September deadline to identify cause of rising US autism rates

The United States will identify the cause of autism by September, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F.

Kennedy sets September deadline to identify cause of rising US autism rates
Health|Science|Travel|US

Official travel resumes at US National Institutes of Health, HHS spokesperson says

Scientists at the U.S.

Official travel resumes at US National Institutes of Health, HHS spokesperson says
Health|Science|Technology|US

US FDA to phase out animal testing in drug development

The U.S.

US FDA to phase out animal testing in drug development
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Novavax shares tumble after U.S. health secretary raises concerns over COVID shot's efficacy

Vaccine maker Novavax's shares plunged nearly 20% at market close on Thursday, after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.

Novavax shares tumble after U.S. health secretary raises concerns over COVID shot's efficacy
Asia|Science

Jawbone dredged up from the seafloor expands the range of a mysterious species of ancient human

Jawbone dredged up from the seafloor expands the range of a mysterious species of ancient human

Jawbone dredged up from the seafloor expands the range of a mysterious species of ancient human
Health|Political|Science|US

US NIH reverses conference travel ban for scientists

The U.S.

US NIH reverses conference travel ban for scientists
Asia|Science

Ancient jawbone from Taiwan belongs to a mysterious group of human ancestors, scientists say

Researchers say a fossil jawbone discovered in Taiwan belonged to an enigmatic group of early human ancestors

Ancient jawbone from Taiwan belongs to a mysterious group of human ancestors, scientists say
Health|Science

Cancer hijacks your brain and steals your motivation − new research in mice reveals how, offering potential avenues for treatment

Cachexia, or wasting syndrome, causes around 80% of patients with advanced cancer to withdraw from life.

Cancer hijacks your brain and steals your motivation − new research in mice reveals how, offering potential avenues for treatment
Education|Science|Technology

Shark AI uses fossil shark teeth to get middle school kids interested in paleontology and computer vision

Lesson plans incorporating shark fossil teeth help prepare kids to live and work in an AI world.

Shark AI uses fossil shark teeth to get middle school kids interested in paleontology and computer vision
Political|Science|Technology

Meet the tech billionaire who could lead NASA

President Donald Trump selected tech billionaire Jared Isaacman, a close ally of Elon Musk, to head up NASA. Here’s what that could mean for the future of space travel.

Meet the tech billionaire who could lead NASA
Health|Science|US

US measles battle hindered by confusion over health secretary response

U.S. pediatricians and infectious

US measles battle hindered by confusion over health secretary response
Political|Science|Technology|US

Options for Trump's space-based 'Golden Dome' missile defense shield head to Hegseth for approval

U.S. Space Command says it's finalized options for President Donald Trump’s “Golden Dome” missile defense system and has sent its recommendations to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for his review and approval

Options for Trump's space-based 'Golden Dome' missile defense shield head to Hegseth for approval
Health|Science

Heavy drinking linked with lasting impact on the brain, study finds

Heavy drinking linked with lasting impact on the brain, study finds

Heavy drinking linked with lasting impact on the brain, study finds
Environment|Science

Rare juvenile minke whale stranded in mudflat humanely euthanized, officials say

Rare juvenile minke whale stranded in mudflat humanely euthanized, officials say

Rare juvenile minke whale stranded in mudflat humanely euthanized, officials say
Education|Environment|Food|Science

'If we can’t grow food, then we can’t eat': Powell Gardens' conservation program regenerates native soil

'If we can’t grow food, then we can’t eat': Powell Gardens' conservation program regenerates native soil

'If we can’t grow food, then we can’t eat': Powell Gardens' conservation program regenerates native soil
Economy|Health|Political|Science|US

USDA to lose bird flu response employees, source says

Several U.S.

USDA to lose bird flu response employees, source says
Political|Science|Technology|US

Moon vs. Mars: Trump's NASA pick says both can be done at the same time

President Donald Trump's nominee to lead NASA, entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, faced questions from senators on Wednesday about his ties to

Moon vs. Mars: Trump's NASA pick says both can be done at the same time
Political|Science|Technology|US

Trump’s unconventional NASA pick signals Mars intentions in confirmation hearing

Trump’s unconventional NASA pick signals Mars intentions in confirmation hearing

Trump’s unconventional NASA pick signals Mars intentions in confirmation hearing
Political|Science|Technology|US

Billionaire spacewalker highlights Mars trip for astronauts in his bid to become NASA's next chief

The nominee for NASA's top job is outlining his vision for space exploration, highlighting Mars

Billionaire spacewalker highlights Mars trip for astronauts in his bid to become NASA's next chief
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PacBio to cut jobs, lower spending over NIH funding cuts and tariffs

Gene sequencing equipment maker PacBio plans to cut around 120 jobs and lower expenses due to fresh tariffs and reduced funding for federal health agency National Institutes of

PacBio to cut jobs, lower spending over NIH funding cuts and tariffs
Science|Technology

Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy

Thanks to a mouse watching clips from “The Matrix,” scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date

Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Business|Science|Technology

Google launches new Ironwood chip to speed AI applications

By Max A.

Google launches new Ironwood chip to speed AI applications
Asia|Science|Technology|World

Soil from the moon's far side suggests drier conditions than the side facing Earth

Soil and rocks returned from the moon's far side suggest it may be drier than the side constantly facing Earth

Soil from the moon's far side suggests drier conditions than the side facing Earth
Entertainment|Science|Technology

3D scan of Titanic sheds new light on doomed liner’s final moments

3D scan of Titanic sheds new light on doomed liner’s final moments

3D scan of Titanic sheds new light on doomed liner’s final moments
Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Why you should think twice before using shorthand like ‘thx’ and ‘k’ in your texts

Abbreviations like ‘brb’ and ‘plz’ may seem benign. But new research shows they can make senders appear less sincere – and even undermine budding romances.

Why you should think twice before using shorthand like ‘thx’ and ‘k’ in your texts
Economy|Europe|Health|Science|US

Americans die earlier at all wealth levels, even if wealth buys more years of life in the US than in Europe

New research shows that Americans’ personal wealth is not enough to compensate for factors that affect how long people live, such as health behaviors, education or social support.

Americans die earlier at all wealth levels, even if wealth buys more years of life in the US than in Europe
Health|Science

More people with type 1 diabetes are using GLP-1 drugs, study finds, despite limited evidence on safety or effectiveness

More people with type 1 diabetes are using GLP-1 drugs, study finds, despite limited evidence on safety or effectiveness

More people with type 1 diabetes are using GLP-1 drugs, study finds, despite limited evidence on safety or effectiveness
Health|Science|US

RFK Jr. publicly urges people to get the measles vaccine

RFK Jr. publicly urges people to get the measles vaccine

RFK Jr. publicly urges people to get the measles vaccine

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