You might think humans fell in love with carbs when we started farming, but scientists say that's not true. They found a gene called AMY1 that helps us digest starches, and it's been around for a really long time – even before we had agriculture. This gene started duplicating around 800, 000 years a
Did you know that our fondness for carbs has deep roots, possibly dating back to a time before humans even existed? Scientists from the University of Buffalo have found that our ability to digest carbs might be a bigger deal than we thought. They explored the ancient gene AMY1, which helps break dow
Imagine diving a mile and a half under the ocean's surface. You'll find a world as strange as any other planet—volcanic ridges and hot springs, known as hydrothermal vents, that spew warm chemicals. These vents attract all sorts of animals, like tube worms, that have special bacteria to help them su
You might think our love for carbs like bread, pasta, and rice is a modern thing. But get this – humans may have been chowing down on starchy foods way longer than we thought. Scientists found a gene that helps us digest carbs more easily. And guess what? This gene seems to have duplicated itself a
Imagine your favorite starchy snack, like a chewy bagel or crispy fries. You might think these are modern treats, but the story behind our ability to enjoy them goes way back in time. Scientists recently discovered that our ancient ancestors, including Neanderthals and Denisovans, carried multiple c
For four decades, Dragon Ball has surprised fans by blending different genres. People often think of "dudes fighting dudes," but that's just one part. The series started with comedy, inspired by the creator Akira Toriyama's earlier work, Dr. Slump. Goku's adventures are full of humor, whether he's t
Ever wondered what the smallest mammal on Earth looks like? Say hello to the Etruscan shrew, weighing just as much as a coin and fitting on a human finger! This tiny creature, native to the Mediterranean, has a big appetite. It eats up to eight times its body weight in food every day. But how did i
Imagine a millipede that's as long as a car and weighs over 100 pounds. This isn't a scene from a horror movie, but a real creature that lived millions of years ago. Meet Arthropleura, the largest arthropod ever discovered. Fossils have shown that these giants roamed the Earth around 346 million yea
Imagine a world where the cold is as constant as the stars above. In this world, our ancient relatives, the Neanderthals, had to adapt to survive. One key question scientists are asking is: Did Neanderthals wear clothes? The answer seems to be yes, but how do we know? Scientists have found tool
In the heart of West Texas lies Abilene, a town formerly known for cattle grazing but now transforming into a hub for artificial intelligence (AI). Two companies, Lancium and Crusoe Energy Systems, have teamed up to build a massive AI data center outside Abilene. This 200-megawatt project is the fir
