Deep in the past, around 99 million years ago, tiny creatures like ants and flies faced a grim fate. They were infected by fungi that still exist today. These fungi took over their bodies and minds, turning them into zombies before killing them. This is not a scary story, but a real discovery made b
Every year, people make New Year's resolutions. They promise to work out more, eat healthier, or learn a new skill. But by mid-January, many have already given up. Why does this happen? It's because people often set goals that are too vague or unrealistic. First, it's important to set specific, ach
Lithium-sulfur batteries hold great promise, but they have a big problem. The shuttle effect and slow sulfur conversion cause them to wear out quickly. To tackle this, scientists created a smart sulfur host called VGS@MoC/NCNF. This host is made of nitrogen-doped carbon nanofibers coated with graphe
In a quiet corner of a federal document, a small detail could rewrite what we know about Hawaii's history. It mentions that San José State University has bones from an Ice Age person from Maui. This is a big deal because people usually think Hawaii wasn't inhabited until around 800 to 1000 AD. The I
2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for sci-fi fans. With a mix of returning favorites and fresh new shows, there's something for everyone. Let's dive in and see what's coming up. First up, we have some familiar faces returning to our screens. "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" and "Invincible"
In recent times, the debate over climate science has become a battleground. Some people say that the Trump administration is trying to silence climate science. They compare it to the Soviet Union under Stalin. But others say that the administration is just trying to stop the spread of biased informa
People often have their own ideas about what makes others follow rules. This is important because these beliefs can influence how they react to policies designed to change behavior. But do these everyday ideas match up with what science says? A big study asked over 3, 000 people about what they thi
Ever wondered why being outside makes you feel so good? It turns out, nature has a lot to teach us about spirituality. For a long time, people have thought of holy places as buildings with stained glass and pews. But what if the real sacred spaces are all around us, in the trees, the rain, and the q
Space is becoming a bigger part of our daily lives. Rockets are being reused more often, and satellites are now fully operational. People can connect directly to devices from space, and regular folks are going to space, not just government astronauts. Governments are also planning big space projects
Science is a big part of our everyday life. It's in the apps we use, the food we eat, and the medicine we take. But who funds all this science? The government does, through research grants. These grants help scientists explore everything from the tiniest particles to the biggest weather systems. But
