3 ‘Selfish’ Boundaries That Strengthen Relationships—By A Psychologist

We often assume that being selfish will cost us relationally. However, it may cost us far less than having no boundaries at all.

Scientists Have Made French Fry Breakthrough

Researchers have developed a method of making french fries that results in a healthier bite without sacrificing crispiness.

NASA did eventually solve Artemis II’s Outlook glitch
NASA did eventually solve Artemis II’s Outlook glitch

On Thursday, during Artemis II’s journey to the Moon, commander Reid Wiseman ran into a tech issue some of us back on Earth can relate to: Microsoft Outlook wasn’t working. In a conversation captured in NASA’s Artemis livestream and shared on Bluesky, Wiseman reported to Mission Control: “I also see that I have two Microsoft […]

A Biologist Explains Why Humans Have An Appendix. Hint: Scientists Finally Have An Answer

Why do humans have an appendix? New research is reshaping our understanding of this overlooked organ and its antiquated role in our biology.

Artemis II, Hollywood And Moon Landing Conspiracy Theories

The Artemis II mission to the Moon will likely stir conspiracy theories about lunar landings. A compelling piece of evidence is often overlooked.

Is It Plastic?

a list of common materials to test your knowledge of plastic, and to marvel at the scale of the plastic pollution crisis

Chatbots are now prescribing psychiatric drugs
Chatbots are now prescribing psychiatric drugs

Utah is allowing an AI system to prescribe psychiatric drugs without a doctor. It’s only the second time the state – and the country – has delegated this kind of clinical authority to AI. State officials say it could bring costs down and ease care shortages, but physicians warn the system is opaque, risky, and […]

How The World’s Oldest Vertebrate Maintains Its Eyes For Centuries

The Greenland shark can live for centuries in near darkness, and for a long time scientists assumed its vision must be poor or even useless. New research shows the opposite.

Northern Lights Alert: 10 States Could See Easter Aurora This Weekend

A G1 or G2-class geomagnetic storm is forecast to develop on Friday, April 3, through Saturday, April 4, with the aurora borealis possible from northern U.S. states.

NASA Sends Humans Beyond Earth Orbit For First Time Since 1972

After orbiting Earth, NASA’s Artemis II mission has begun its journey to the moon after a dramatic trans-lunar injection.