Scientists have uncovered a surprising way that gut bacteria interact with the human body. Certain microbes living in the digestive system can send proteins straight into human cells, actively influencing how the immune system behaves. The…
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Industry says proposed NASA changes to commercial space station plans create confusion
NASA’s proposed changes to its support of commercial space stations have created concern and confusion among companies developing them, the head of an industry organization warned.
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Study reveals genetic evolution of major malaria vector species in South America
Anopheles darlingi mosquitoes-a major vector of malaria in South America-are evolving in response to insecticides, which may make them harder to kill and malaria more difficult to control, according to a new study led by Harvard…
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We thought we knew the shape of the universe. We were wrong
March 27, 2026
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We thought we knew the shape of the universe. We were wrong
Decades of data have suggested the universe is flat, much like an infinite plane. But a new analysis reveals deep flaws in that simple…
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A rare star in a tiny galaxy preserves a record of the early universe
In an ancient dwarf galaxy on the outskirts of the Milky Way, astronomers have discovered one of the most chemically primitive stars ever seen. Named PicII-503, the star’s extreme lack of heavy elements indicates it’s from the…
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Why this Arizona spot was named a top roadside attraction in US
Arizona already has plenty to brag about, small towns to visit year-round, national parks and a growing city that includes entertainment, food and sights. But just when you think the state has shown off enough, along comes Meteor Crater, casually…
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The Long-Lost Bones of The Fourth Musketeer May Have Been Found : ScienceAlert
The swashbuckling 1844 adventures of French author Alexandre Dumas’ The Three Musketeers were not entirely a work of fiction.
Each of the main characters was based on a real 17th-century French soldier – and now the remains of the fourth and…
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The best air purifier we have tested is now 20% off at Walmart and Amazon
The spring is almost here, and this means one thing — it won’t be long before the sudden rise in pollen count starts wreaking havoc on hay fever sufferers. If that’s you, do not worry. Investing in a good air purifier can help you reduce your…
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Finding the Good in the Natural World
This article originally appeared in Knowable Magazine.
When the world seems dark and scary, when compassion and tolerance seem in short supply, when hostility and hate make our future foreboding, hope comes from the place we might least expect…
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