Some of the world’s most advanced AI systems struggle to tell the time and work out dates on calendars, a study suggests.
While AI models can perform complex tasks such as writing essays and generating art, they have yet to master some skills…
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Retiring abroad puts older adults at risk for loneliness
Many people dream of retiring to a warmer, less expensive country. But retirees who move abroad may be at greater risk of loneliness than those who stay in their home country, according to research published by the American Psychological…
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A Radioactive Molecule That Shouldn’t Exist – But Scientists Made It Happen
A breakthrough in heavy-element chemistry shatters long-held assumptions about transuranium elements. Researchers have discovered “berkelocene,” the first organometallic molecule to be characterized containing the heavy element berkelium. The…
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These ancient Maya-era puppets may have been used in rituals
Five oddly expressive clay figurines, made on the edge of the Maya world about 2,400 years ago, were probably used as puppets in public rituals to commemorate mythical or real events.
“They would have either represented actual…
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Here’s what night sweats could tell you about your body
You slip into peaceful slumber, snuggled up in a bed that’s just the right temperature, only to wake up hours later drenched in sweat. Your pyjamas stick to your skin, the sheets are soaked, and suddenly, you’re wide awake. Confusion and…
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Proteins on Immune Cells Determine Longevity
Our bodies response to invading pathogens through different mechanisms of the immune system. Innate immunity first detects disease and relays a defense signal to activate the second wave of immune defense;…
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Antibodies Against Epstein-Barr Virus Increase Risk of Multiple Sclerosis
The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is one of the most common human viruses worldwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), EBV can cause other diseases. Unfortunately, there is no…
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Why are public health experts calling for new warnings on sugar-free slushies? | News
Bright, multi-coloured, fruit-flavoured slushie ice drinks sold in cinemas, parks and soft-play settings are made to appeal to children. However, in recent years there have been numerous reports of children taking ill after consuming sugar-free…
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Carbon–boron triple bond formed for the first time in a neutral novel molecule | Research
Researchers have synthesised a triple bond between carbon and boron for the first time. This discovery could help chemists better understand chemical bonds and inspire other researchers to synthesise compounds that might seem improbable.
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Squids’ Amazing Color Shifting Could Be Key to Hyper-Efficient Solar Tech : ScienceAlert
By placing squid pigments into a photovoltaic cell, researchers revealed the animals’ incredible color-matching ability may be solar powered.
The dazzling shift of cephalopod colors, including those from octopus, cuttlefish, and squid, allow…
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