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Scientists analyze largest map of the universe ever created — and it proves Einstein right yet again
By Ben Turner published
The largest survey of our universe ever conducted suggests that it closely matches the model most favored by cosmologists. It's unclear what this means for alternative theories attempting to explain bizarre discrepancies.
39 sickened, 15 hospitalized in E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots
By Nicoletta Lanese published
U.S. health officials are investigating an outbreak of E. coli tied to now-recalled organic whole bagged carrots and baby carrots from Grimmway Farms.
James Webb telescope uncovers 1st-ever 'Einstein zig-zag' hiding in plain sight — and it could help save cosmology
By Harry Baker published
A new JWST study has revealed the true origins of a luminous quasar that has been duplicated six times as its light "zig-zags" through space-time via a phenomenon first predicted by Albert Einstein. The unusual light show could help tackle one of cosmology's biggest problems, experts claim.
Mountain lions in Los Angeles are becoming nocturnal to avoid humans
By Patrick Pester published
The mountain lions of Greater Los Angeles are becoming more active at night to cope with humans hiking, cycling and jogging in their habitat.
Woman accidentally discovers 280 million-year-old lost world while hiking in Italian Alps
By Sascha Pare published
Stunningly preserved fossils of reptilian footprints and underbellies discovered last year in the Italian Alps have helped researchers unearth a tropical lakeside ecosystem that predates dinosaurs.
'Bomb cyclone' bringing high winds to West Coast seen from space in stunning timelapse
By Ben Turner published
A low-pressure system will bring extreme gales and heavy rain to the West Coast over the next three days.
'Like a reset button on a computer': Designer cells 'reboot' immune system in 3 different autoimmune diseases
By Tia Ghose published
A small trial used designer CAR T cells to reboot the immune systems of patients with three autoimmune diseases, but it's still too early to say whether the treatment works in the long term.
Best Black Friday camera deals 2024 as chosen by our experts
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals We've rounded up the best camera deals from Sony, Nikon, Canon and more — save $$$'s on your next mirrorless or DSLR camera.
Our hand-picked Black Friday telescope deals 2024 will save you hundreds
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals Looking for the best telescope deals? We've rounded up the best deals on the market — don't miss the chance to save $$$'s off your next telescope.
These are the cheapest Black Friday binocular deals we recommend in 2024
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals We've rounded up the best binocular deals on the market to help you save money — with options for all budgets and experience levels.
Mathematicians devised novel problems to challenge advanced AIs' reasoning skills — and they failed almost every test
By Stephanie Pappas published
Current AI models struggle to solve research-level math problems.
AI could identify the next superbug-fighting drug
By Abdullahi Tunde Aborode published
By analyzing the resistance genes and proteins of E. coli, researchers can optimize treatments to address both current and future antimicrobial resistance.
Eerily circular 'Goblin Forest' surrounds sacred volcano with human rights
By Harry Baker published
Earth from space This 2023 satellite photo shows New Zealand's Mount Taranaki, which is surrounded by a near-perfect circle of deformed trees. The volcano was recently granted the same legal rights as a person.
The Leonid meteor shower is peaking. How to spot 'shooting stars' and 'fireballs' over the US tonight.
By Jamie Carter last updated
The Leonid meteor shower peaks in North America overnight from Nov. 17 to 18, with fast-moving fireballs possible in US skies.
1 gene may explain 30 mysterious medical conditions
By Stephanie Pappas published
While investigating a rare developmental disorder, researchers ended up discovering a spectrum of conditions that are all linked to one gene.
West Coast bracing for 'bomb' cyclone
By Stephanie Pappas published
A low-pressure system headed for Northern California and Oregon is likely to bring extreme rain and strong winds.
Massive saving on Sony A7 IV at Walmart — lowest ever price
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals Walmart has Amazon beat in this Sony A7 IV camera deal, and Black Friday is still weeks away. Save $650 on one of the best cameras for astrophotography.
2,600-year-old inscription in Turkey finally deciphered — and it mentions goddess known 'simply as the Mother'
By Owen Jarus published
An ancient inscription decorated with lions and sphinxes is finally deciphered, and it involves the "mother of the gods."
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