FDA-Approved Drug Could Be Repurposed to Relieve Osteoarthritis Pain And Protect Cartilage
Researchers are always looking out for drugs that can be repurposed for something else.
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NASA JPL Testing Readies Voyager Technologies Lander for Moon Mission
A commercial lander that will be at the forefront of NASA’s efforts to establish a Moon Base, humanity’s first lunar outpost, has passed a series of critical tests at the agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California. The tests simulated the extreme temperatures and vacuum of space, as well as the intense shaking and ear-splitting
Did Industrialization Gut Our Microbiomes? A New Study on Rural Foraging Communities in South America and Africa Hints the Answer Is Yes
Two groups—the Tsimane forager-horticulturists in Bolivia and the Hadza hunter-gatherers in Tanzania—remarkably share more than 1,200 gut microbe species. However, around 60 percent of them are rare or absent in people living in industrialized places, according to researchers
10 Years Later, An Underrated Horror Cult Classic Is Finally Getting A Huge Upgrade
Director André Øvredal's hugely underrated 'The Autopsy of Jane Doe' is finally getting a 4K Blu-ray worth your time.
NASA Science, Cargo Launch on 35th SpaceX Resupply Mission to Station
NASA’s SpaceX 35th commercial resupply mission lifted off at 6:33 a.m. EDT Tuesday aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying more than 6,300 pounds of supplies and hardware, bound for the International Space Station. Following its successful launch, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft will
Scientists Had Mice Eat Olive Oil Before Carbs, And It Changed Their Blood Sugar Response
One of the core challenges in diabetes is controlling your blood sugar after eating, particularly when carbohydrates are involved.
What happens when you lose your voice?
Losing your voice can feel like losing part of yourself. Can voice-cloning technology help people find themselves again?
In the 1970s, the U.S. Commissioned Photographers to Document the Country’s People and Places. You Can Now See More Than 200 of the Powerful Images
At the Smithsonian American Art Museum, a “national portrait” reveals what the United States looked like during its bicentennial period
Quantum Teleportation Inspired by Black Holes Produces a Surprise
Beyond a black hole’s event horizon, information as we know it meets a mysterious fate.
How a Logging Industry Downturn Fuels Wildfires
Loggers are finding it impossible to profitably harvest some federal forests. That leaves more fuel for fires to accumulate.
What Can Four-Winged Dinosaurs Teach Us About Birds?
Flight was probably more widespread in dinosaurs than previously thought. A newly identified species sheds light on how some achieved liftoff.
There’s Worlds Out There More Habitable Than Earth
Scientists believe there are planets outside our solar system where life is even more abundant and sustainable.
APOD: 2026 October 13 – Desert Stairway to Heaven
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 13 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. OriginalAnnotated Desert Stairway
An Impact Structure With Legs
If the thought of extraterrestrial objects crashing into Earth weren’t creepy enough, behold Australia’s Spider Crater.
Swarms of Hammerhead Sharks Spotted Gathering Off The Coast of Australia
Drones watching for sharks off Australia’s east coast have filmed dozens of young hammerheads swimming together in shallow water near popular beaches.
NASA’s Perseverance Rover Sets a Mars Driving Record
Advances in self-driving technology have made it easier to traverse distant worlds.
‘VisionQuest’ Is Coming Even Sooner Than We Expected
'VisionQuest' is hitting Disney+ a day earlier than expected.
A Cheap Deworming Pill Could Help Beat Drug-Resistant Lung Cancer
When cancer cells learn to survive a drug designed to stop them, where do you turn next? A new study points to an unexpected possibility: a medicine used to treat parasitic worms.
Why Does IBD Keep Flaring Up? Scientists Found a Clue in The Gut Lining
For people with inflammatory bowel disease, feeling better on treatment doesn’t always mean a permanent improvement – the disease can flare again.
The Most Controversial Cyberpunk Video Game Of The Decade Is Becoming A Movie
CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 is coming to theaters courtesy of a partnership between Paramount Pictures and its creators.
New ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Poster May Have Accidentally Spoiled A Big Plot Twist
Designing superhero costumes is an acquired skill, and not one that allows for many extraneous elements. As Edna Mode said in The Incredibles, “No capes!” For that reason, costumes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe may be cool to look at, but they’re usually skintight and don’t allow a lot of impractical style to shine through.
Experts Identified The Gravest Health Threats Facing Humanity – Two Have ‘Extinction Potential’
If there’s one thing the COVID-19 pandemic taught us, it’s that the world isn’t always as prepared for a crisis as we might think.
‘VisionQuest’ Review: Marvel’s Ambitious New Sci-Fi Sequel Is Missing The Magic Of Its Original
'VisionQuest' will delight certain Marvel fans, while others may be longing for a certain witch or two.
‘True Detective’ Season 5 May Have Just Confirmed The Perfect Star
One of the strengths of an anthology series is how everything can change from season to season. Every season of The White Lotus takes place in a different resort; every season of American Horror Story has a different focus and different characters; and every season of Fargo follows a different story.
NASA’s SpaceX CRS-35 Mission to Launch Health Research
NASA experiments focused on human and plant health and drug-resistant organisms will travel to the International Space Station aboard SpaceX’s 35th Commercial Resupply Services mission for the agency from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, advancing research that benefits life on Earth and future exploration. This research supports astronaut health during long-duration missions through
AI’s mathematics blitz pushes science into strange new territory
Other disciplines should take heed
Experts studied the world's longest-living people – and found something surprising about their drinking habits
Blue Zone communities are famous for their daily glass of wine. But the science behind it is far murkier than the tradition suggests
Bones, Liver, And Blood Fats All Shift Abruptly at Menopause, Huge Study Finds
If puberty is like climbing a physiological cliff, then menopause may be like falling off one.
Scarred blood vessels may be one clue to APOE4’s Alzheimer’s risk
Scientists know APOE4 raises Alzheimer’s risk. A surprising change in blood vessel cells may help explain how.
7 simple habits that could reverse diabetes
It takes a lot of work, but it is possible to push back the condition
A Newer Class of Migraine Drugs Is Linked to a 40% Rise in Miscarriage Risk
Migraine is a very common neurological condition, and it occurs at even greater rates in women.
Monk fruit sweeteners are surging in popularity, here's why
The ancient fruit that could help you cut sugar.
When climate change brings the heat, what happens to a mighty redwood?
In heat wave-like temperatures, coast redwoods' photosynthesis slows down, which may put one of Earth's most efficient carbon storers in jeopardy.
The subtle signs that somebody secretly dislikes you, according to a psychologist
Wondering whether a colleague secretly dislikes you? From avoiding eye contact to subtle facial expressions, psychologists explain five signs to look out for – and why you shouldn’t jump to conclusions.
Jena-Optronik is proud to partner with MDA Space for its first ASTRO HP mission
MDA Space, a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, space exploration and infrastructure, will utilize Jena-Optronik’s ASTRO HP star sensor on a LEO mission. This milestone underscores […] The post
25 Years Later, David Lynch’s Noir Thriller Masterpiece Continues To Confound
There are only two things that are pure in David Lynch’s world, and those are love and terror. Both cut through the artifice of his films like the brilliant beams of light that illuminate Naomi Watts’ face when her character, Betty — a fresh-faced aspiring actress from Deep River, Ontario — arrives at LAX for the first time at the beginning of Mulholland Drive. Betty is about to learn the truth about Hollywood, a truth that’s darker and more horrifying than she ever could have imagined. So why do people think this is hilarious?
A Mysterious Signal Reached Us From When The Universe Was Just 3 Billion Years Old. Its Home Galaxy Surprised Astronomers
Sometimes we receive strange, ghostly radio signals from outer space, which astronomers have yet to conclusively explain. Partially because they disappear almost as soon as they arrive. The ephemera known as fast radio bursts (FRBs) are among the Universe’s most mysterious occurrences, even more eerie than the supposed little green aliens with a penchant for physical probes. If they were related, that would neatly solve two major mysteries.
Physicists Built a Black Hole in a Lab. Then It Swallowed Sound
Sound can be a tricksy beast to try to harness.
He Helped Discover Ebola 50 Years Ago. He’s Still Worried
In an interview, Dr. Peter Piot recalled when he first saw the spindly virus under a microscope and reflected on a five-decade career spent fighting two deadly pathogens.
How Do Cuttlefish Hide? Scientists Search for the Secret to Camouflage
Cephalopods are masters of camouflage. Scientists want to decipher how the process works in the brain.
APOD: 2026 October 12 – Jupiter and the Moons
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 12 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Jupiter and the
Antarctic Sea Ice Grows to Its 2026 Maximum
The ice reached its third-lowest maximum extent since satellite observations began.
Honey bees inject venom with a two-stroke stinger
Unlike other poisonous animals, bees use a strange set of pistons to pump toxin
Did an AI or human write that paper? New detector decides by examining its ideas
Algorithm looks for clues about a paper's origin that text-based detectors miss
Just 7 Days of Strength Training Starts Shrinking Fat Cells in Mice
A lot of biological changes happen in the body once someone starts losing weight.
An Earth-Sized Planet Could Survive With 2 Suns Just 16 Light-Years Away
Planets with two suns have intrigued our cosmic imagination ever since they appeared in a popular work of fiction set in a galaxy far, far away. That’s right, the globally famous King in Yellow, published in 1895.
90 Weird Gifts On Amazon That Are Pure Genius & Under $25
The gift ideas on this list can spark laughter while making people pause and realize that they actually do need something this weird.
Massive Wave in The Pacific Was The Most Extreme ‘Rogue Wave’ on Record
In November 2020, a freak wave appeared, lifting a lone buoy off the coast of British Columbia 17.6 meters (58 feet) high.
The Times’s New Space Editor Has Her Eye on the Cosmos
On the Science desk, Victoria Jaggard spends her days pondering the universe’s most pressing mysteries.
‘Starfleet Academy’ Season 2 Has A New Cast And Fast-Approaching Release Date
Here's everything we know about 'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' Season 2, including suprising new guest stars.
Undeniably, The 75 Dopest Gifts Under $20
This list is packed with amazing finds you'd never think to search for, but once you spot them, you'll know exactly who would love them.
The subtle signs of ADHD that most people miss, according to doctors
ADHD is linked to asthma, gut problems, obesity and heart disease. Scientists explain why – and what it could mean for how ADHD is spotted and treated.
A Little Fish in The Deep Sea Swallowed a Meal Way Bigger Than Itself. Scientists Caught It on Camera
There’s always a bigger fish in the sea.
65 Freakishly Clever Things You’ll Get a Sh*t Ton of Use Out Of
Every cool item on this list has a surprisingly practical use.
We’re finally unlocking the biggest mysteries of the clitoris
From its anatomy to its purpose, there’s a lot we don't know about the female organ
‘Wildwood’ Is A Soaring Achievement Of Animation
'Wildwood,' Travis Knight’s new stop-motion animated film for LAIKA, is a new pinnacle for the medium.
The Best Godzilla Movie Of The Decade Just Got A Huge Upgrade
Toho's new limited-edition 4K UHD steelbook of the Academy Award winner 'Godzilla Minus One' is a three-disc boxed set featuring new glow-in-the-dark packaging.
Your Mouth’s Bacteria May Be Linked to How Quickly You Think
A new study published in PLOS ONE found some intriguing statistical links between bacteria on your tongue and how quickly we process information.
The Wild World of “BatJokes” Fanfic
One of the strangest pairings in all of fanfic is that of Batman and the Joker. here's what to know about "BatJokes."
The surprising ways Parkinson’s can now be spotted years early
A wave of new breakthrough tech could detect the disease years – even decades – before major symptoms strike
Scientists Gave People 2 Nearly Identical Meals. One Triggered Much More Insulin
You’ve probably heard a bit about ultra-processed foods by now, and if so, you likely know they’re not the healthiest things you can eat.
Who Were the Vikings? 21 Graves Weave a Tale of Hunters, Nomads and Sorceresses
“The Sea-King and the Sorceress” examines the lives and deaths of the diverse people who called themselves Vikings.
Scientists Identify Brain Cells That May Explain Why Cannabis Triggers Anxiety
Cannabis is famous for making people feel relaxed, amused, and even elated, but sometimes it can have almost the opposite effect.
A New ‘Super Ice’ Is 10 Times Stronger, Bringing It Close to The Strength of Concrete
During the Second World War, the British Royal Navy experimented with the idea of using ice reinforced with wood pulp to build an aircraft carrier.
New York City’s Latest Famous Family Is a Hoot. Yes, They’re Barn Owls
The city’s latest feathered extraordinaires are captivating the Upper West Side with their screeches.
APOD: 2026 October 11 – Ice Fishing for Cosmic Neutrinos
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 11 – Ice… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Ice Fishing
Scientists Find Squid Are Covered in Hair-Like Cells Remarkably Similar to The Ones in Human Ears
The skin of a squid, surprisingly, has much in common with an organ inside your ear.
Scientists Collected Deep-Sea Rocks. They Spontaneously Caught Fire in The Lab
Scientists investigating the possibility of a ‘gold rush’ on the bottom of the ocean have hit upon an unforeseen ‘landmine’.
People With Dementia May Actually Live Longer if They Carry Extra Weight
Obesity in middle age is a significant risk factor for developing dementia in later life, but the relationship may be more complicated than we thought.
Why Ketamine Immobilizes Some Users
Potent powders can produce a nearly catatonic state, particularly in those who have not tried the drug before.
Adding 1 Mushroom-Derived Molecule to Salt Can Make It Taste 71% Saltier
You taste a bowl of soup and reach for the salt.
Weaker Bones Have Been Linked to Faster Brain Aging in a New Study
As time ticks on in our lives, various inevitable trends are noticeable, including our bones getting weaker and our brains getting slower.
5 surprising lessons about GLP-1s, from the scientists who study them
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are having unexpected effects beyond appetite suppression and weight loss. Discover five surprising findings from research into these increasingly popular medicines.
95 Cheap Gifts for Men on Amazon That Are Legitimately Amazing
I’ve put all the amazing products I’ve found into one giant list to make it easier for you — and me, next time — to gift something that he’ll want.
10 Hidden Sci-Fi Movie Gems On Netflix
The forgotten-but-excellent sci-fi thrillers Netflix's own algorithm won't show you.
The surprising truth about your body's brown fat, according to Harvard professors
Is brown fat really the miracle weight-loss tissue wellness influencers claim it is? Experts sift the science from the hype.
NASA to Conduct Flyover, Engage NFL Fans at MetLife Stadium
As part of the agency’s Inspiration Tour flyover, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman will pilot one of three F-5 fighter jets to kick off the New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns game in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday, Oct. 11. NASA team members will engage with fans at the agency’s Experience Zone, located at the
110 Bougie Things For Your Home With Over 4.5 Stars on Amazon That Are Cheap as Hell
These bougie things are shockingly cheap as hell.
‘Ray Gunn’ Is The Exact Movie We Need Right Now
Brad Bird's latest film is impossibly ambitious and more than a little messy. It might also be his best yet.
Toxic Yaoi! The Most Weirdest Fanfic Trope Is Suddenly Everywhere
Can’t men just be enemies? Well, it’s less fun that way. Behind the origins and sudden ubiquity of "toxic yaoi."
40 Years Ago, Wes Craven Put His Own Bizarre Twist On ‘Frankenstein’
The silly and the disturbing mix effectively in 'Deadly Friend.'
For The First Time Ever, Quantum Spins Shift a Centimeter-Scale Object
There’s another notable first in the field of quantum physics to report on, and it’s all to do with electron spin: the tiny, built-in magnetism of these particles, as if each one is carrying a microscopic compass needle.
Why the ocean is so noisy – and which animals are making all that sound
These sea creatures need to start a heavy metal band
Archaeologists Uncover Unprecedented Evidence of Neanderthal Woodworking Skills
We Homo sapiens are pretty damn proud of our tool-making prowess.
Mathematician Who Waited 50 Years for Proper Credit for Her Work Has Died
At the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Mary Tsingou Menzel’s computer programming helped set the stage for chaos theory and other fields.
Will We Ever Understand Dementia?
Since the days of Dr. Alzheimer himself, there has been a dream that severe senility might have an explanation — and a cure. The search for both has never been more urgent.
The Underappreciated Benefits of Leaving Fallen Leaves Alone
To homeowners, fallen leaves look like work. To nature, they’re an investment, with tremendous value on the secondary market as invertebrate real estate.
A Protein 2,000 Times Sweeter Than Sugar Halved Ice Cream’s Blood Sugar Response
Scientists are continuing to look for ways to replace sugar in our diets.
Mounting Evidence Shows a Common Plastic Chemical Can Affect Human Ovaries
A class of chemicals called phthalates is widespread in our lives, and there are growing concerns about what impact they’re having on our reproductive health.
APOD: 2026 October 10 – Lunar Farside
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 10… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Lunar Farside Explanation: Tidally
A Distinct New Type of Diabetes Has Officially Been Recognized
After decades of controversy, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) officially recognized a fifth form of diabetes in 2025.
75 Cheap Things That Are So Awesome, Reviewers Say They Deserve 6 Stars
Practical housewares, problem-solving gadgets, and feel-good finds that make your day a little brighter — all without breaking the bank.
New Trial Compared Muscle Gains in Vegetarians And Meat Eaters. One Difference Stood Out
Plant-based diets are associated with many long-term health benefits, but for older adults, there may be a potential downside.
The 65 Dopest Things For Your Home You Never Knew Existed
Their designs may be a little out of left field, but they all add personality and practicality to your space.
53 Years Later, An Iconic Horror Franchise Is Entering A New Genre
Mike Flanagan may be best known for his adaptations of Stephen King books, but he’s not monogamous with his source material: we’ve also seen him tackle the work of Shirley Jackson, Henry James, Christopher Pike, and Edgar Allan Poe. Now, fresh off his take on Carrie, Flanagan is gearing up for a new take on The Exorcist, called The Exorcist: Martyrs.
‘Other Mommy’ Is Slick, Scary, and Kind of Silly
Jessica Chastain gives her all in a dual role, but 'Other Mommy' falters when it tries to be more than a haunted-house thrill ride.
Our Solar System May Be Destroyed 100 Times Faster Than We Thought
The cosmos wavers between predictable stability and wild chaos, which troubles our sense-seeking brains.
Watch Five Adorable Newborn Cheetah Cubs Grow on a Livestream From the Smithsonian’s Conservation Biology Institute
The healthy and active babies are being cared for by first-time mother Zura, and the public can keep up with their antics through an online cheetah cub cam
A Digital Swamp Coming to New York City’s MoMA Is ‘Made to Envelop You’ in Nature With the Help of Cutting-Edge Technology
"Wetland" is the latest installation of a high-tech traveling exhibition designed by Danish artist Jakob Kudsk Steensen. It recreates the overlooked ecosystem with the help of folklore, soundscapes and video game software
10 Years Later, Star Wars Is Fixing A Glaring Timeline Issue
The story of Star Wars is so affecting because it has some dire stakes. Obi-Wan Kenobi isn’t just one of Princess Leia’s hopes; he’s her only hope. So when Darth Vader destroys the entire planet of Alderaan, you feel it. Over a billion people were obliterated in an instant, including Leia’s adoptive family and the subjects she was supposed to rule over as queen.
Big Controversy Upends a Contest About Microscopic Videos
Nikon announced that it had disqualified the winner of its Small World in Motion competition over how A.I. was used in his submission.
What Is ‘Zodiac’? Everything You Need To Know About The MCU’s New Show
At this point in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, there are a lot of heroes. That’s not a complaint — it’s through this massive roster that we got all those epic team-up moments in Avengers: Endgame and a five-hour livestream announcing the cast of Avengers: Doomsday. But not everyone can be an official member of the Avengers. What do you do with the rest? The MCU may have found an answer with Zodiac, an upcoming spy thriller announced at New York Comic-Con.
Raised in Apartheid South Africa, 2026 Nobel Peace Prize Winner Navi Pillay Is One of the World’s Leading Human Rights Jurists
When Pillay learned she had won the award, she was in the same courtroom where the Nuremberg Trials held Nazi war criminals to account. Her legal career has been dedicated to fighting against human rights abuses and mass atrocities
NASA Seeks US Industry Plans for Commercial Space Stations
NASA is advancing American leadership in space by taking the next step toward a future where commercial space stations lead the way in low Earth orbit. On Friday, the agency released its final Request for Proposals inviting industry to submit plans for the next generation of commercial space stations. “In alignment with the President’s National
Could This Dutch Invention Help Tackle Plastic Pollution in America’s Waterways?
The Netherlands has had success with the Bubble Barrier, which pumps air bubbles from the bottom of a canal or river to direct plastic to the surface. Now, Lansing, Michigan, is looking to be the first to install the technology stateside
Scientists Took a Cheek Swab From the World’s Oldest Tortoise. His DNA Could Reveal Hints to Longevity
Jonathan, an Aldabra giant tortoise, is about 194 years old and the oldest land animal alive today. Discoveries about his genetics could provide clues to extending lifespan in humans
'If I'm wrong, I can retire': Why some physicists are now betting big that dark energy doesn't exist
There’s a big, gaping hole in our understanding of the Universe. Meet the scientists trying to understand it.
NASA Demonstrates Next-Generation Heat Shield Technologies
NASA is testing heat shields that can keep astronauts safe as they return from missions to the Moon and Mars in an unusual way: by taking out the trash. When Northrop Grumman 24th cargo resupply mission for NASA undocked from the International Space Station, it carried a fleet of 12 small, experimental capsules designed to
Do you need to walk 10,000 steps a day?
How fast you walk may be as important as how much
This One-of-a-Kind Bronze Ring Offers a Tantalizing Glimpse at the Lighthouse of Alexandria, a Lost Wonder of the Ancient World
Archaeologists in Egypt discovered the signet ring while conducting excavations on the island of Antirhodos, which once housed a lavish Ptolemaic palace
How the Grand Canyon could have lost 1 billion years of geologic history
The rise and fall of a continent-spanning cliff may help explain a mysterious 1-billion-year gap in Earth’s geologic history, a new study suggests.
A Century Ago, an Extinct Crocodilian's Skull Was Found in the Rocks That Built the Sphinx. Turns Out, It Belonged to a New Species
The specimen was long mislabeled, according to a new study. Paleontologists identified it as a previously undescribed genus and species of gavial—a cousin of crocodiles and alligators—which they named after the ancient Egyptian god Horus
Scientists Find a Strange Chemical Loop That May Have Helped Life Get Started
Space rocks like Bennu contain key genetic ingredients such as sugar, which they delivered in explosive fashion to provide early Earth with another source of life-friendly materials. Ribose is one such bio-essential sugar, some of which may have arrived from space before terrestrial processes could start making it.
Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day With These 15 Dramatic Images of the Rich, Enduring Traditions of Native Americans
These photographs from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest showcase Native Americans taking part in their respective tribal customs
September's Ozone Hole Was the Biggest It Has Been in 25 Years
The size of the hole in the stratosphere's ozone layer fluctuates every year, but last month's, measuring 10.6 million square miles, was especially large
A Community-Led Archaeology Dig on a Tiny Scottish Isle Has Unearthed a Medieval Monastery of 'International Importance'
The settlement, founded by an early Christian saint in the 500s, is "far more than a small island church." It may have played a larger role in the Christianization of Britain than historians once realized
Record numbers of humpback whales are gathering – and experts don’t know why
After nearly going extinct only a few decades ago, these giants are getting together to put on one of nature’s most spectacular – and mysterious – shows
Cosmic House of Mirrors
Galaxies warp and multiply as if in a house of mirrors in this image from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope released on Sept. 29, 2026.
After Almost Going Extinct, Giant Tortoises Now Outnumber People in The Seychelles
Before human explorers came along, the Seychelles archipelago was a haven for animals.
Star Wars Fans Are Cranky. But Star Wars Fan Fic Writers Are Having A Blast
The Star Wars fandom hasn't been united in years — but can fan fiction be the key to harmony?
Here’s a look at the Nobel Prizes for science
An icy window into the cosmos, a light switch for the brain and solving the mystery of mirror image molecules all took home the top prize.
These South American Birds Can Match a Jackhammer’s Ear-Splitting Volume, Making Them Some of the World’s Loudest Known Avians
The bare-throated bellbird and the red-legged seriema can produce sounds at amplitudes that exceed 120 decibels, which puts them on par with a trumpeting elephant or a chainsaw
5 Years Ago, James Bond Pulled A Massive Course Correction — And Changed Pop Culture History
Léa Seydoux and Daniel Craig's lack of chemistry is kind of the point. Let's talk about 'No Time to Die.'
Problems in 22 scientific fields had solutions hiding in plain sight. An AI has found them
Teams led by physicist used “BootLoops” software to produce 36 papers in weeks on everything from linguistics to health policy
Secret of Orange Cats Finally Revealed After 60-Year Search
If you’ve ever lived with an orange cat, you already know they’re built different.
Cancer Vaccines Are the N.I.H’s Next ‘Big Bet’
New details have emerged about an initiative that starts in December to fast-track the vaccines, similar to the successful push for the Covid-19 vaccine.
NASA has found a mysterious giant hexagon over Saturn’s north pole
During its mission to Saturn in 1981, NASA’s Voyager 1 probe discovered an odd, long-lived hexagonal cloud pattern around the gas giant’s north polar region.
People With Narcolepsy Have Surprisingly Youthful Brains, But Scientists Don’t Know Why
It’s clear dementia and sleep disturbances are intertwined, but the relationship remains murky.
‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ Is A Fantastical Mystery Box — And A Major Overcorrection
'Avatar: Seven Havens' is a promising fantasy epic... it just doesn't feel like Avatar.
APOD: 2026 October 9 – Stickney Crater
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 9… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Stickney Crater Explanation: Stickney
Floodwaters Overwhelm Thailand
Heavy rains since mid-September have caused widespread flooding that has affected millions of people across the country.
U.S. crop genome sequencing gets $180 million boost
Department of Agriculture will expand effort to describe genetics of seed banks
Department of Energy expands ‘Genesis Mission’ to boost AI, awarding larger grants
Department will also initiate new fellowship program to shorten path to Ph.D.
Major employer of archaeologists shuts down, leaving workers in the lurch
The “ungraceful exit” of Chronicle Heritage leaves many researchers fearful for the future
GLP-1 Users Are Reporting Their Fingernails Detaching
When you start a medication and notice something different about your body, a question can follow: Is the drug responsible? Changes to your nails might prompt that question, too.
Scientists Trace How Cancer Passed Between Twins Before Birth
A facial mass detected before birth prompted the early delivery of identical twin sisters.
Signs of Psychopathy Can Show Up in a Person’s Writing
Psychopathy is not listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, and it’s not an official diagnosis any psychiatrist or psychologist will give.
What Are the Remaining Millennium Prize Problems?
OpenAI’s trove of new math results doesn’t fully solve any of these highly prestigious open questions, but it seems to make progress on some.
‘Breathtaking,’ ‘Devastating’: Mathematics Reels After New OpenAI Release
Hundreds of new A.I.-generated findings moved the frontiers of higher math in a single day — dispelling any doubt that the field is forever changed.
21 Birds Are Found at Miami Airport Stuffed in Underwear and Hidden in a Belt
Two men, who arrived separately from Cuba days apart, each carried clutches of live birds concealed in their clothes, the authorities said.
NASA Briefing to Highlight Contributions to Martian Moons Mission
Media are invited to join NASA for a media teleconference at 4 p.m. EDT, Thursday, Oct. 15, to preview the agency’s contributions to JAXA’s (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission. The mission is scheduled to launch from JAXA’s Tanegashima Space Center in Japan on Monday, Oct. 19 EDT (Tuesday, Oct. 20 JST).
Atomic Clock Just Set a New World Record For Accuracy
The time-keeping offered by your watch or phone may be good enough for day-to-day life, but scientists are much more ambitious in terms of precision, and use atomic clocks to measure slices of time as accurately as possible.
NASA Announces Bold Science Initiatives for America’s Golden Age Summit
NASA is launching two new science and technology initiatives to deepen scientific understanding and accelerate the innovation that will shape America’s future in space. The initiatives are announced in conjunction with the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy’s (OSTP) “Golden Age Summit” in Washington on Thursday with top U.S. agency leaders. The programs
Just Inches Below the Forest Floor, Archaeologists in Germany Unearthed a Roman Temple Likely Dedicated to Mars, the God of War
Researchers found the structure's remains, as well as fragments of statues, while excavating near the Kapersburg fort, an ancient Roman military fortification on the outskirts of modern-day Frankfurt
J.M.W. Turner Painted This Breathtaking Roman Landscape Nearly 200 Years Ago. If You Look Closely, You Can Still See His Fingerprints
The Romantic painter completed "Rome, From Mount Aventine" in the 1830s. It became his most expensive artwork in 2014, and it's expected to sell for another record-breaking sum in December
NASA’s SSPICY Mission to Demonstrate In-Space Inspection Technologies
A new NASA-supported spacecraft will get up close to satellites that are no longer in service, demonstrating technologies that could support future in-space repairs and reduce orbital debris. The Small Spacecraft Propulsion and Inspection Capability (SSPICY) mission launched Oct. 1 from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The mission is a technology demonstration where an
Crew-12 Returns to Earth
The SpaceX Crew Dragon Freedom spacecraft is seen moments before splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California in this Oct. 8, 2026,
Margaret Hamilton, a Pioneering Software Engineer Who Made the First Human Moon Landing Possible, Dies at 90
Hamilton popularized the term "software engineer" and created computer programs that could anticipate problems. She received a Presidential Medal of Freedom and was inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame
Canadian Poet Anne Carson Brings Ancient Wisdom to Modern Audiences. Now, She’s a Nobel Laureate in Literature
The 76-year-old poet, translator and essayist is renowned for her "bold and inventive" approach to blending poetry, prose and everything in between, leading to what the Swedish Academy calls "new forms for contemporary literature"
NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope Sees Menagerie of Brown Dwarfs
NASA’s SPHEREx (Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization, and Ices Explorer) space telescope is shedding light on brown dwarfs, celestial objects that blur the line between stars and exoplanets. New findings published in The Astrophysical Journal show that these dark and cloudy worlds have chemically rich atmospheres not unlike the giant
Kilauea’s display is revealing why volcanoes spew like a fountain show
Scientists are using a variety of methods to study why Kilauea has repeatedly spewed lava fountains since late 2024. They may have ruled out one theory.
The National Hurricane Center’s Boss Keeps an Eye on the Storms
The director, Michael Brennan, oversees 45 federal workers, including hurricane specialists and meteorologists.
6 life-changing lessons on transforming your heart health, from world-leading cardiologists
After spending all day helping patients with their heart health, here is how cardiologists look after their own
Webb Measures Distance to Farthest Fast Radio Burst, Suggesting Origin
First discovered in 2007, fast radio bursts are enigmatic, millisecond-long flashes of radio emission from the distant universe. Their origin remains uncertain, particularly since most are seen once and never again. Astronomers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have pinpointed the host galaxy of the most distant fast radio burst (FRB) seen to date. Their
NASA’s SpaceX Crew‑12 Splashes Down, Sets Briefing to Discuss Mission
After more than seven months aboard the International Space Station, NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 mission safely splashed down Thursday in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Los Angeles. The crew members will discuss their science mission during a news conference at 3:30 p.m. EDT, Thursday, Oct. 15, at the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Before Computer Science Became a Boys’ Club, Margaret Hamilton Wrote the Code
The woman who helped put astronauts on the moon was a software engineer when the field was not prestigious or lucrative.
‘Dark Matter’ Season 2 Reveals Daniela’s Trauma — And It’s Got Nothing To Do With The Multiverse
The Apple TV series Dark Matter has, since 2024, charted new territory for what a sci-fi series about parallel realities can feel like. While Season 1 was based on Blake Crouch’s mega-popular 2016 novel of the same name, Season 2 has gone in an entirely new direction, giving new backstories to various characters, including Jason Dessen’s (Joel Edgerton) long-suffering wife, Daniela (Jennifer Connelly).
NASA, Energy Department Advance New Era of Nuclear-Powered Exploration
As the Golden Age of deep-space exploration begins, NASA and the U.S. Department of Energy are advancing the development of safe, reliable, next-generation nuclear technologies for space. Together, the agencies will supercharge civil space exploration, unlock bold scientific discovery, and solidify American leadership in space nuclear power and propulsion. “We are entering the ‘Nuclear NASA-era,’
NASA Advances LISA Mission Contributions With New Test Telescope
NASA has taken the next step in the process of developing a new all-glass telescope for the LISA (Laser Interferometer Space Antenna) mission, a space observatory designed to detect ripples in space-time called gravitational waves. L3Harris Technologies will design, assemble, and integrate the new telescope for NASA. Called the Engineering Test Unit, this contribution represents
Flu Season Started Early in Parts of the U.S., and Experts Say You Should Consider Getting the Seasonal Jab ASAP. Here's What to Know
The season usually starts in October or November. But some western states, including California, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii, began seeing a rise in flu cases as early as August
‘Carrie’ Has “So Much Potential” To Continue, Mike Flanagan Teases
Mike Flanagan has practically made a career out of adapting Stephen King projects, but he’s never been afraid to put his own stamp on the stories. Usually, that means long monologues and a cast full of regular collaborators, but in his most recent project, Carrie, the changes affected the setting, the survivors, and other fundamental aspects of the story.
As Flood Risk Increases in Himalayas, Nepal Builds More in Vulnerable Areas
The total footprint of buildings along flood-prone riverbanks in the Himalayas grew by half in recent years, a study found.
Higher Levels of 19 Potentially Toxic Chemicals Found in The Teeth of Children With Autism
While scientists are still continually learning what causes autism, there’s already considerable evidence linking environmental exposures to the condition, in addition to genetic factors.
Netflix’s Next Fantasy Epic Is Making A Drastic Change — But It’s Not As Bad As You Think
Adaptations of old books present a tricky problem: how can you tell if a movie or show does its source material justice if the original creator isn’t there to give feedback? What would Bram Stoker think about Nosferatu? Would Mary Shelley prefer Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein or Lisa Frankenstein?
For Two Sisters, a “Biological Age Test” Measured More Than Their DNA
They thought it might explain why their health had diverged. Instead, it stirred up feelings that weren’t so easily quantified.
Margaret Hamilton, Whose Software Guided the Apollo Missions, Has Died
Margaret Hamilton, the first female programmer hired to work on the space project at M.I.T., was 90.
This year’s Nobel science prizes are real-life sci-fi
Laureates pioneered neutrino astronomy, optogenetics and the study of mirror molecules
How Star Trek Created Fanfic As We Know It
For Fan Fiction week, Inverse is taking a look at the fandom that made the rules of fanfic: Star Trek.
A Scorching Phoenix Planet May Solve a 3-Decade-Old Astronomical Cold Case
After being born of mostly just hydrogen and helium, a scant 14-ish billion years later the Universe is full of weird planets of wildly varying makes, shapes, and sizes. Well, maybe not shapes, because they’re all pretty rotund – it’s in the definition of planet. Yet some are truly alien, including oddballs as dense as iron and teeny-tiny ‘next door neighbors’ that make our modest Venus seem like a giant.
African Elephants Often Produce Choruses of Low-Pitched Rumbles. Now, Scientists Are Using A.I. to Decode the Joint Vocalizations
New research suggests the animals' overlapping calls serve as coordinated group messages and may contain additional information beyond what’s encoded in individual rumbles
Thieves Pulled Off Another Shocking Art Heist in France. This Time, They Took a 330-Pound Bronze Book Cover Designed by Salvador Dalí
The volume, "Livre de l’Apocalypse," was a "masterpiece" collaboration between 14 artists and writers. It is one of the heaviest and most expensive books ever made
An experimental drug kills fat cells, rather than shrinking them
Participants in two small trials lost dangerous fat around their internal organs. This fat is linked to health issues like diabetes and heart problems.
NIH revives network to study emerging diseases—but its new restrictions baffle scientists
Ban on hunting for new viruses in wildlife is at odds with program’s mission, researchers say
50 Years Later, A Divisive Crime Thriller Is Still More Than Its Most Infamous Quote
A half-century later, 'Marathon Man' is still safe to fire up on movie night.
Hellraiser: Revival Has Such Satisfying Sights To Show You
Hellraiser: Revival, the new survival horror game by Saber Interactive, is the best Hellraiser project in over 30 years.
Hundreds of British College Students Clashed With Wooden Swords in a 1966 Re-enactment of the Battle of Hastings. Watch the Rediscovered 'Time Capsule' of Lost Footage
A local videographer shot 300 reels of color film during the re-enactment, which shows "soldiers on foot getting remarkably close to horses" and "a rather relaxed attitude towards health and safety." The event sparked an annual tradition that continues to this day
From Slasher Films to Vampire Flicks, Horror Movies Are More Popular Than Ever. Relive the Genre’s Scariest Moments—if You Dare—at a New Exhibition
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures' latest show features nearly 350 props, costumes and artifacts from such films as "Psycho," "The Shining" and "Sinners"
Netflix Just Quietly Added The Best Monster Show Of The Year
The beginning of Netflix’s upcoming series Below is jarring to say the least. Not only is there a terrifying monster on the loose, but Josh Hartnett is talking in an inscrutable accent. Eventually, it becomes clear this is a story set in the islands of Eastern Canada, in the fictional town of Snook’s Arm.
Ever Heard of The Nordic Diet? Large Study Finds It Could Help You Live Longer
Most of us have heard of the Mediterranean diet and its many health benefits, but there’s another European eating plan that could also help you live longer.
First Images Show How Two DNA Strands Lock Together Like a Zip
If you could peer inside a cell’s nucleus, you would find DNA tightly packed into a remarkably small space.
APOD: 2026 October 8 – The Saturn System Smörgåsbord
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 8 – The… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. The Saturn
Fighting Drought in Texas Cotton Country
Drought and an ailing aquifer were major topics of conversation when NASA scientists visited with farmers in the Texas High Plains.
Audacious space heist aims to bring home bits of mysterious martian moon
Samples from Japan’s MMX mission could reveal how Phobos formed—and may contain pieces of Mars
Two teams map development of mammal embryos, cell by cell
Using genome editing to trace cell lineages, researchers capture the early history of the mouse embryo in unprecedented detail
Will the world end next month? Science said so, in 1960
Researchers concluded that doomsday will fall on 13 November—but not for the reasons we might expect today
RFK Jr. Plans Vaccine Injury Initiative, Drawing Wary Eye From Experts
Vaccine safety experts say more research into the side effects would be welcome yet question whether the health secretary’s effort will be grounded in science.
Scientists Identify a Small Village in Italy Where Women Live Exceptionally Long Lives
In a mountain village in the heart of Sardinia, Italy, something very special appears to be happening.
One Everyday Habit Is Linked to 49% Higher Risk of Eating Disorder Symptoms in Teens
Giving a child a smartphone before age 13 could be risky for some aspects of their mental health.
DNA From a Human Brain Gene Has Turned Up In a Virus
Some pieces of our DNA can copy themselves into new locations.
NASA Sets Coverage for SpaceX 35th Station Resupply Launch, Arrival
NASA and SpaceX are targeting 6:33 a.m. EDT, Tuesday, Oct. 13, for the next launch to deliver science investigations, supplies, and equipment, including the final set of International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Arrays, to the space station. This is the 35th SpaceX commercial resupply services mission to the orbital complex for NASA. NASA also will
Gene therapy and special goggles give some blind people limited sight
Optogenetics, recognized by the 2026 medicine Nobel, makes cells respond to light, including eye cells that normally relay signals to the brain.
What Experts Want to Know About the Russia Plague Scare
Missing details about the death of a lab worker, including the cause, are worrying scientists.
NASA’s SpaceX 35th Commercial Resupply Mission Overview
NASA and SpaceX are targeting no earlier than Tuesday, Oct. 13 to launch scientific investigations, supplies, and equipment to the International Space Station.
NASA’s PRIMA Spacecraft (Artist’s Concept)
Description This artist’s concept depicts the proposed design for NASA’s PRobe far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics (PRIMA), which was selected by the agency in September 2026. The PRIMA observatory is the first in a new class of NASA astrophysics missions, called Probe Explorers, within the agency’s longstanding Explorers Program. By observing far-infrared light, PRIMA will enable scientists to study cosmic
27 Years Later, The Most Outlandish Star Wars Villain Has, Somehow, Returned
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace’s iconic podracing scene is still controversial to this day. For some fans, it’s a fun, epic tribute to cinematic classics like Ben-Hur; for others, it’s an annoying random side quest that stops the momentum of the movie. But like it or not, it’s one of the most recognizable scenes in the Skywalker Saga, and one that’s getting revived in the new video game, Star Wars: Galactic Racer.
Experts Just Updated The Definition of Dyslexia For The First Time in 20 Years
Definitions of health conditions matter, because they inform diagnosis, support, treatment, and future research.
A Public Health-Minded Senator Asks: What Comes After Trump and Kennedy?
Senator Patty Murray, a former chair of the Senate health committee, is forming a group of experts to examine how to insulate the C.D.C. from political interference.
Two Chemists Win Nobel Prize for Unraveling a Mystery of Molecular 'Handedness,' Helping Drugmakers Develop Safer Medications
Many molecules come in two mirrored forms—like left and right hands—but living organisms generally contain only one. However, chemists couldn't figure out how to make just one version in the lab. Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai share the prize for their work solving the puzzle