Planet Earth

Lava bursts through Grindavík's defense barriers as new volcanic eruption begins on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula

By Pandora Dewan published

Volcanos
A large sponge and a cluster of anenomes are seen among other lifeforms beneath the George IV Ice Shelf.

'We didn't expect to find such a beautiful, thriving ecosystem': Hidden world of life discovered beneath Antarctic iceberg

By Ben Turner published

The newfound ecosystem is filled with sea crabs, octopuses and gigantic sponges, suggesting it may have been thriving for centuries.

Antarctica
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Space

an illustration of a large asteroid approaching Earth

James Webb telescope takes emergency look at 'city-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 ahead of close encounter in 2032

By Brandon Specktor published

The James Webb Space Telescope has taken its first look at the near-Earth asteroid 2024 YR4 before a perilous close approach in 2032. The telescope confirmed Earth is safe, but the moon may still be in trouble.

Asteroids
Artist's illustration of the view from the seas of a potentially habitable "Hycean" exoplanet.

James Webb telescope could find signs of life on alien 'hycean' ocean worlds

By Paul Sutter published

If such worlds exist, they could be among the most common life-bearing planets in the galaxy.

Exoplanets
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archaeology

Here we see a reconstruction of our human relative Homo naledi, which has a wider nose and larger brow than humans.

A 'landmark finding': Homo naledi buried their dead 250,000 years ago, according to newly updated research

By Kristina Killgrove last updated

Homo naledi, an extinct human relative with one-third the brain size of ours, buried and may have memorialized their dead, controversial research suggests.

Archaeology
a view inside King Tut's tomb with murals on the walls

Mysterious artifacts from King Tut's tomb might have been used in 'awakening Osiris' ritual

By Owen Jarus published

Four trays and four staff found in Tutankhamun's burial chamber in the Valley of the Kings may have been used in an ancient Egyptian ritual, a new paper finds.

Ancient Egyptians
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World of science

Health

In 'extremely rare' case, Michigan resident dies from rabies after receiving transplanted kidney carrying the virus

By Jess Thomson published

A Michigan resident has died from rabies following a kidney transplant at a hospital in Ohio. Investigations show that the donor had the virus when they died.

Surgery
A kid is shown looking at the solar eclipse while wearing special protective glasses

Staring at the March 29 solar eclipse can cause eye damage in seconds — and you won’t even feel it happening

By Emily Cooke published

Experts explain damage that can happen to your eyes if you stare at the partial eclipse without using adequate protection.

Anatomy
Best budget exercise bikes

Best budget exercise bikes 2025: Boost your stamina without breaking the bank

By Maddy Biddulph last updated

Here are the best cheap exercise bikes to buy in every category, from Echelon Connect to Yosuda and Zwift.

Exercise
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Animals

Multiple species of ticks in the US can transmit red meat allergy, CDC reports reveal

By Clarissa Brincat published

A single bite from one of several tick species can trigger a months-long meat allergy.

Arachnids

The history of cat domestication

By Marilyn Perkins, Stephanie Pappas published

Discover the history of our feline friends, and learn about the debate over whether cats are really "domesticated" at all.

Domestic Cats
Green-eyed cat relaxing on a cream carpet

Cats: Facts about our feline friends

By Stephanie Pappas, Marilyn Perkins last updated

Discover interesting facts about cat intelligence, how they see the world, and why we keep them around.

Domestic Cats
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Human Behavior

Lego Ideas Motorized Lighthouse

Best Lego sets for adults 2025: Science, nature & engineering sets for curious minds

By Kim Snaith last updated

From sets celebrating architecture and famous art to clever designs, these are the best Lego sets for adults.

Arts & Entertainment

Science at a crossroads: Dispatches from Friday's 'Stand Up for Science' rallies across the US

By Kristina Killgrove, Nicoletta Lanese published

Our science journalists reported on the Stand Up for Science rallies held in New York City and Raleigh, North Carolina.

Politics

What counts as a phobia?

By Stephanie Pappas published

Specific phobias are out-of-proportion fears to objects, animals or situations, and fortunately, they can be treated.

Human Behavior
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Physics & Mathematics

Mathematicians solve vexing 'crowd problem' that explains why public spaces devolve into chaos

By Victoria Atkinson published

Why do some crowds move in an orderly fashion while others devolve into a chaotic jumble? New research led by an MIT mathematician may finally crack the tricky crowd problem.

Mathematics
Split image of a "cosmic tornado" and a face depiction from a wooden coffin in Tombos.

'Cosmic tornadoes', surprises from ancient Egypt and more.

By Pandora Dewan published

Science news this week March 29, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

Science news this week

Scientists unveil new type of 'time crystal' that defies our traditional understanding of time and motion

By Alan Bradley published

The latest time crystal innovation may expand the known boundaries of quantum mechanics.

Physics & Mathematics
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Chemistry

Plastic waste by the ocean

Scientists break down cheap plastic using the air — and turn it into something far more valuable

By Ben Turner published

Scientists developed a new method for breaking down one of the most common plastics to a byproduct that can be upcycled into more valuable materials.

Chemistry
Digital generated image of solar panel with purple -blue reflection.

Nanoparticle breakthrough could bring 'holy grail' of solar power within reach

By Ben Turner published

Digital generated image of solar panel with purple-blue reflection.

Chemistry
Bouncing water drop

Scientists spot water molecules flipping before they split, and it could help them produce cheaper hydrogen fuel

By Ben Turner published

A photograph of a water droplet.

Chemistry
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Technology

Scientists discover major differences in how humans and AI 'think' — and the implications could be significant

By Drew Turney published

Study finds that AI fundamentally lacks the human capability to make creative mental connections, raising warning signs for how we deploy AI tools.

Artificial Intelligence
woman holding a camera

Best beginner cameras 2025: Quality, cheap mirrorless models

By Kimberley Lane published

The best cameras for aspiring photographers who want to take a step up from their smartphones — whether you want to photograph the night sky, wildlife or the world around you.

Technology

AI models will lie to you to achieve their goals — and it doesn't take much

By Alan Bradley published

Researchers discover that the most advanced AI models may lie to their users when under pressure.

Artificial Intelligence
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