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Support fundamental research, prize-winning mathematician urges
French mathematician Frank Merle, who won a prestigious Breakthrough Prize on Saturday, told AFP that fundamental research must be supported...
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Workers who do a ‘Sunday reset’ may make $25,000 more a year
Sunday has long been regarded as the day of rest: After a week of early wake-ups and diligently checking off to-do lists, there finally comes the...
Best time to plant potatoes in the UK
Cultivating your own potatoes in Britain offers a delicious reward. Understanding planting windows is key for a bountiful harvest. 'Earlies' are...
Artificial neurons successfully communicate with living brain cells
Engineers at Northwestern University have taken a striking leap toward merging machines with the human brain by printing artificial neurons that...
India’s Lost Engineering Genius | Ancient Architecture
Before modern technology, India was already building climate smart marvels 🌿 From the Lotus Mahal designed for natural cooling to Nahargarh Fort...
Could a Tribal Forest Remedy From Nagaland Help Fight Cancer?
Deep in the forests of Nagaland, two elderly healers — aged 85 and 78 — have been treating the sick for over four decades using nothing but plants...
Scientists say this type of olive oil could boost brain power
Extra virgin olive oil might help protect your brain by working through your gut. A two-year study found that people who consumed it had better...
Can sparkling water boost metabolism and help with weight loss?
Sparkling water is often seen as a simple, healthy drink—but could it also help with weight loss? New research suggests it may slightly boost how...
The science of why you keep falling for the same type of person
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Most people have a type. Ask them to describe it and they will, with varying degrees of self-awareness: the...
10 Quirky Facts About William Shatner That Are Stranger Than (Science) Fiction
Living legend William Shatner is still going strong at 95! These fun facts about the beloved Star Trek captain will truly blow your mind. The post...
Hollywood, Silicon Valley turn out for the 'Oscars of Science'
Big names from the worlds of film, technology, music and sports gathered on Saturday in Santa Monica, California, for the Breakthrough Prizes,...
More rhythm, less blues: Program boosts class behavior
From flash mobs to line-dancing to the Nutbush, experiencing rhythm and movement in a group context is known to boost mental and physical health...
Scientists discover gene that helps the brain repair itself
A surprising discovery from high-altitude animals like yaks and Tibetan antelopes could reshape how we treat nerve damage in humans. Scientists...
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin eyes breakthrough with reusable New Glenn launch amid SpaceX rivalry
Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin is set to achieve a major milestone by reusing a New Glenn rocket booster for the first time on Sunday. This heavy-lift...
Graphene just defied a fundamental law of physics
In a major breakthrough, scientists have observed electrons in graphene flowing like a nearly frictionless liquid, defying a core law of physics....
NASA's Artemis 2 moon shot just landed on Saturday Night Live — space toilet jokes and all (video)
NASA's Artemis 2 moon mission wowed the world enough to earn a space spoof skit on Saturday Night Live one day after a perfect splashdown. Watch...
Blue Origin reuses New Glenn booster for the first time in Florida launch
Blue Origin, the U.S. space company of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, on Sunday successfully reused and recovered a booster for its New Glenn rocket,...
Why Do Humans Cry? An Evolutionary Biologist Explains Its True Purpose
Research suggests that crying is not a sign of weakness, but one of the most sophisticated social technologies in the natural world.
Embryo Fossil is Missing Puzzle Piece Thrilling Scientists with Oldest Proof that Mammal Ancestors Laid Eggs
A remarkable new discovery is shedding light on one of the greatest survival stories in Earth’s history—and answering a decades-old scientific...
Bright quantum light emission achieved at room temperature in 2D semiconductors
A joint research team led by Professor Park Kyoung-Duck and Associate Director Suh Yung Doug of the Center for Multidimensional Carbon Materials...
This Artemis 2 astronaut really loves Rise | Space photo of the day for April 14, 2026
"Rise Wiseman" might be the most beloved mission mascot in history.
10 science-backed ways to feel more 'at home' in your own house
From avoiding high-contrast colors to redesigning your space to better fit your social life, these are 10 expert-backed tips on feeling more...
Before ACs, Indian Homes Had a Built-In Cooling System To Rest Called Thinnai
Before air conditioners became a staple in Indian homes, there existed a built-in cooling system that worked quietly and effectively with nature....
Is a super El Niño imminent, and what could the impacts be?
A planet-warming El Niño climate phase is now developing, and some models predict it could turn out to be the strongest on record
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