Why did life evolve to be so colorful? Research is starting to give us some answers
Picture a primordial Earth: a world of muted browns, grays and greens. Fast forward to today, and Earth teems with a ...
The threat of 3D-printed 'ghost guns' is growing, but NZ has yet to act on these three big legal gaps
It's an unfortunate fact that bad people sometimes want guns. And while laws are designed to prevent guns falling into the ...
Cytology brushes: A new way to decipher the past with DNA from parchment pages
At NC State University, an English professor is searching for clues from the past. He's looked back as far as the eighth century, knowing that lessons learned from medieval texts could benefit modern ...
Cutting funding for science can have consequences for the economy and US technological competitiveness
America has already lost its global competitive edge in science, and funding cuts proposed in early 2025 may further a ...
A new theory explains how water first arrived on Earth
When Earth first formed, it was too hot to retain ice. This means all the water on our planet must have originated from ...
Top Greek scientist says the Santorini earthquake outlook remains uncertain
The Greek government's chief seismologist says the frequency of earthquakes affecting Santorini and nearby islands has eased ...
Congress, not the president, decides on spending—a constitutional law professor explains the 'power of the purse'
Because of the Trump administration's efforts to cut staff and spending, Congress' "power of the purse" has been in the news lately. Many of these actions have been challenged in court.
Apple Cider Vinegar: How social media gave rise to fraudulent wellness influencers
The new Netflix series "Apple Cider Vinegar" tells the story of wellness influencer Belle Gibson, who built a loyal following ...
Birds traversing longest distances across Americas found to be at highest risk
Scientists with the National Audubon Society published research in Nature Ecology & Evolution that will help inform global ...
Why people develop 'the ick' regarding potential dating targets
A trio of psychologists at Azusa Pacific University in the U.S. has identified a possible reason for people experiencing a ...
What does the US public think about sending troops to foreign wars? Here's what the evidence shows
The US public's commitment to sending its sons and daughters to war has declined in recent years. Polls suggest that US involvement in modern conflicts is more likely to be viewed as mistaken than in ...