City birds appear more afraid of women than men, and scientists have no idea why “I fully believe our results, that urban birds react differently based on the sex of the person approaching them,” said a co-author of a study that made this finding, “but I can’t explain them right now”

Starbirth shuts down 40,000 light-years from the Milky Way's core — and astronomers don't know why "The extent of the Milky Way's star-forming disk has long been an open question in galactic archaeology."

First-of-its-kind map of the mouse nose reveals surprises about the sense of smell A new map shows how smell receptors in the mouse nose are precisely organized into tight bands based on type.

Scientists Supercharge “Natural Killer” Cells To Break Through Cancer’s Defenses A new strategy to strengthen the body’s natural immune defenses against cancer is showing early promise, particularly for patients with limited treatment options.

The Simpsons reference that refutes one of history’s greatest mathematicians In one famous episode of The Simpsons, Homer finds a counterexample to Fermat’s last theorem

New AI algorithms are 95% better at showing how the universe changes over time A squad of new AI algorithms called GAME could help astrophysicists take a more accurate reading of the universe’s behavior, a new study suggests.

NASA chief Jared Isaacman says he's fighting for Pluto: 'I am very much in the camp of 'make Pluto a planet again' "We are doing some papers right now on, I think, a position that we would love to escalate through the scientific community to revisit this discussion."

Can ‘extinct’ volcanoes still erupt? A Greek peak holds surprising clues Tiny crystals suggest extinct volcanoes could still grow underground, a finding that could reshape how scientists assess eruption risk.

Humanity may be doomed to die in nuclear war—unless we act soon, physicist David Gross says

Simple “Gut Reset” May Prevent Weight Gain After Ozempic or Wegovy A quick “gut reset” may help keep weight off after Ozempic.

Report: California Leads The U.S. In Cities With The Most Polluted Air

These astronauts are trying to uphold the US Constitution: 'We need to make sure that people are using facts and evidence' When we build things on wonder, it naturally opens the mind.

Preeclampsia could be treated with 'blood filtering' therapy, early study hints A blood-filtering therapy for preeclampsia is safe for pregnant patients and their babies, according to a new pilot study.

Artemis 3 SLS rocket's core stage arrives in Florida for 2027 launch (photo) The booster arrived by barge from Louisiana on Monday (April 27) after a journey of 900 miles (1,450 kilometers).

2.8 Days to Disaster: Scientists Warn Low Earth Orbit Could Suddenly Collapse A new study warns that if satellite operators suddenly lose control during a major disruption, a catastrophic collision in orbit could happen in as little as 2.8 days.

Fusion energy company Commonwealth applies to join a U.S. power grid—a first The fusion energy start-up Commonwealth aims to bring its first power plant online by the early 2030s, but daunting technical hurdles remain

'Their greatest challenge since they stared down the asteroid': Paleontologist Steve Brusatte on why birds are facing their biggest existential threat since the dino-killing asteroid In a new book, paleontologist Steve Brustatte tells the wild story of how birds evolved during the Jurassic and took

Clean up Rebel scum in the upcoming Star Wars DLC for PowerWash Simulator 2 Use the Force... and soap and water.

People are betting on measles outbreaks – and that might be useful Millions of dollars are being spent on wagers predicting measles outbreaks in the US, which could help researchers modelling the spread of the disease https://www.newscientist.com/article/2524510-people-are-betting-on-measles-outbrea

Canadian astronaut Josh Kutryk finally flying to ISS after Boeing Starliner mishap: 'I'm committed to making the most of this unique opportunity' A 'Type A mishap' during the Boeing Starliner's Crew Flight Test in 2024 meant all Starliner-1 crew members were reassigned to other missions.

Scientists Uncover How Serotonin May Trigger Tinnitus A widely used neurotransmitter for treating mental health conditions may have unintended consequences for auditory perception.

Drilling has begun at our sacred site Pe' Sla, setting a dangerous precedent for Indigenous lands across the country. It must be stopped. Drilling in the 2-mile buffer zone of Pe' Sla, in the He Sapa (Black Hills) of South Dakota, shows even sacred lands protected by the U.S. government are not saf

Watch Astrobotic’s latest record-breaking ‘ring of fire’ rocket engine test Rotating detonation rocket engines work differently than traditional rockets to maximize thrust while using less fuel—an advantage that could help spacecraft explore farther in the solar system

Common Food Compound Shows Surprising Power Against Superbugs A familiar compound found in everyday foods may hold unexpected potential in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

A #WellTimed munch for the #BeeEater earns #BirdOfTheDay #birds #birding

A guide to observing deep-sky objects with binoculars, telescopes and more

Humanoid robots may be about to break the 100-metre sprint record https://www.newscientist.com/article/2523906-humanoid-robots-may-be-about-to-break-the-100-metre-sprint-record/?utm_campaign=RSS|NSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home

Artemis 2 heat shield is a sunken treasure in the ocean | Space photo of the day for April 28, 2026 This eerie image shows the heat shield following splashdown.

Ancient DNA Study Reveals Human Evolution Is Happening Faster Than We Thought New research challenges long-standing assumptions about human evolution, revealing that natural selection has been more active—and more recent—than once believed. A sweeping analysis of ancient DNA from nearly 16,000 peopl

'He began to cry, and almost fell to the floor': The fluffy fossil that finally showed the world that birds are dinosaurs In this excerpt from "The Story of Birds", author Steve Brusatte explores the moment where paleontologists realized they had critical evidence to show birds came from dinosaurs

Uranus has weird rings. Astronomers now know the source of two of them The Nu ring seems to be fed by unknown rocky bodies, whereas the Mu ring appears rich in water ice and linked to the moon Mab.

MIT scientists turn chaotic laser light into powerful brain imaging tool Scientists at MIT discovered that chaotic laser light can spontaneously form a highly focused beam instead of scattering—if the conditions are just right. This “pencil beam” enabled them to image the blood-brain barrier i

New data center will be partially powered by human brain cells for the first time A startup is experimenting with data centers powered by lab-grown human neurons, testing whether living cells can offer a more efficient alternative to traditional computing.

Aurora expert captures rare pulsating northern lights in remarkable detail: 'One of the most profound sightings of my career' An unusually powerful pulsating aurora display lit up skies over Arctic Norway for nearly three hours during a colossal geomagnetic storm.

Billion-Dollar Shakedowns From Climate Lawsuits Threaten American Energy, Higher Costs

5 Simple Ways To Remember More and Forget Less Memory has limits but can be improved with focus, chunking, and spaced repetition. Testing recall and reducing distractions are key to remembering more effectively.

Full moon helps paint vibrant, muddy 'brushstrokes' in Indonesian river — Earth from space A 2024 satellite snap shows suspended sediments streaking across the mouth of the Rokan River, thanks in part to a particularly high tide caused by a full "Strawberry Moon."

Polycystic ovary syndrome might affect men, too. Here’s how A condition that affects 10 to 15 percent of women may affect men, too. But many doctors don’t know about it

Scientists learn how much baby stars in Orion weigh — by watching their dance moves By peering deep inside Orion's star-forming gas clouds, radio astronomers have been able to directly measure the masses of young binary stars.

This Common Habit Could Signal Serious Health Problems in Later Life Excessive and early-day napping in older adults correlates with increased mortality risk.

The downside of perfect green lawns They look beautiful, but they consume a lot of water and fuel. Here’s an alternative.

DwarfLab Dwarf Mini smart telescope review Capturing deep-sky images even from light-polluted cities with this tiny smart telescope.

Texas’ Gulf Coast has a health problem: benzene emissions are among the highest in the nation At the worst-performing refineries, report finds operators are not tackling recurring and harmful leaks, leading to public health risk.

Common Food Preservative Linked to Rising Suicide Deaths Among Young People Sodium nitrite-related suicides are increasing in the UK, especially among young people, prompting calls for regulation and better safeguards.

Could the moon ever be blockaded? Experts predict cislunar space could be the next Strait of Hormuz

The universe may end trillions of years sooner than we thought

We may finally have a cure for many different autoimmune conditions https://www.newscientist.com/article/2524382-we-may-finally-have-a-cure-for-many-different-autoimmune-conditions/?utm_campaign=RSS|NSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home

War in Iran spotlights the risk to drinking water for millions in the Persian Gulf Direct attacks, oil spills and the threat of nuclear waste are putting the Gulf region’s desalination plants at risk—here’s why that matters

Seeing the Invisible: Scientists Develop New Way To Track Particles in 3D Physicists are rethinking how to detect elusive particles like neutrinos by combining existing technologies in unconventional ways.

The Atomic Gap That Could Cost the Semiconductor Industry Billions Promising 2D materials may face an unexpected obstacle at the atomic scale: a tiny gap at their interfaces. For decades, the steady shrinking of electronic components has powered faster, more efficient technology. Engineers now hope