Science
Is butter bad for you?
Research suggests olive oil is a more nutritious substitute for butter, implying butter may be detrimental to health compared to this alternative.
Two private companies reach the Moon within four days
Two private companies landed on the Moon within four days, despite Firefly Aerospace having superior fortune compared to Intuitive Machines.
Satellites are polluting the stratosphere
Satellite traffic is polluting the stratosphere. Upcoming mega-constellations will worsen this contamination.
AI models are dreaming up the materials of the future
AI is designing future materials, including better batteries, cleaner bioplastics, and powerful semiconductors.
Mice have been genetically engineered to look like mammoths
Scientists genetically modified mice to resemble mammoths. Though small and tuskless, the creatures are notably plush.
Is posh moisturiser worth the money?
Are expensive moisturizers worth the cost? This piece evaluates whether high-end skincare justifies its premium price tag for consumers.
How artificial intelligence can make board games better
AI enhances board game design by detecting rulebook errors before release. This ensures a smoother, more polished gaming experience for players.
The skyrocketing demand for minerals will require new technologies
Surging mineral demand requires new technologies like AI and adaptable drilling to meet needs.
Spy-satellite-grade images could soon become available to everyone
High-resolution spy imagery may soon be public if satellites maintain extremely low orbital altitudes.
Do better shoes help you run faster?
Superior shoes can boost running speed, but the performance gains are temporary.
Another win for geology’s Theory of Everything
Plate tectonics may explain continental plateaus and mini mass extinctions, marking a victory for geology’s unifying theory.
How the Trump administration wants to reshape American science
The Trump administration aims to reshape U.S. science, with global repercussions.
New research uncovers polygamy and intermarriage in ancient Eurasia
New DNA research reveals that ancient Eurasian societies featured complex, fluid kinship structures, challenging prior assumptions about polygamy and intermarriage.
Do bans on smartphones in schools improve mental health?
Initial findings suggest smartphone bans may reduce anxiety and improve focus, though long-term mental health benefits remain inconclusive.
AI is being used to model football matches
AI models football matches using network analysis mathematics. This approach effectively tracks game dynamics and player interactions.
A neutrino telescope spots the signs of something cataclysmic
A neutrino telescope detected the highest-energy neutrino ever recorded, signaling a cataclysmic cosmic event. This discovery helps identify the source of extreme cosmic phenomena.
How artificial intelligence is changing baseball
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing baseball by enhancing player performance analysis and strategic decision-making. This digital evolution builds on Moneyball’s legacy, using data to gain competitive advantages.
Forget DeepSeek. Large language models are getting cheaper still
Large language models are becoming drastically cheaper, shifting the benchmark from million-dollar costs to mere dollars. This trend renders expensive models like DeepSeek less impressive as affordability skyrockets.