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China Embarks on Decade-Long Mission to Unlock Secrets of Asteroids and Comets with Tianwen-2
China has launched its ambitious Tianwen-2 mission, a decade-long endeavor to explore a near-Earth asteroid and a main-belt comet, marking a significant step in the nation's deep space exploration program
The Complex Tapestry of Sexual Orientation: Nature, Nurture, and the Developing Self
The development of sexual orientation, a fundamental aspect of human identity, remains a subject of ongoing scientific inquiry
Cats Can Sniff Out Owners, Study Finds
For years, cat owners have suspected their feline companions recognize them, but a new study provides compelling evidence that cats can indeed distinguish their owners from strangers using their sense of smell
Contact Lenses Grant Humans "Super-Vision" by Seeing in the Dark
Scientists have engineered a groundbreaking innovation: contact lenses that empower humans to see in the dark, potentially revolutionizing fields from emergency response to national security
Mount Etna Roars: A Deep Dive into Europe's Most Active Volcano
Mount Etna, a towering giant on the eastern coast of Sicily, Italy, is more than just a mountain; it's a dynamic force of nature that shapes the landscape, influences local culture, and captivates scientists worldwide
Leprosy's Ancient American Roots Unearthed, Challenging Colonial Narrative
For centuries, the prevailing belief was that European colonizers introduced leprosy to the Americas
AI Analysis Suggests Dead Sea Scrolls Older Than Previously Thought, Rewriting Timeline of Ancient Texts
The Dead Sea Scrolls, a collection of ancient Jewish manuscripts discovered in the mid-20th century, may be decades or even centuries older than previously believed, according to a groundbreaking study combining artificial intelligence and radiocarbon dating
Europe Grapples with Rising Synthetic Drug Use Amidst Unknown Health Risks
Europe is facing an increasingly complex drug landscape, with the rising use and production of synthetic drugs posing significant public health concerns
Fecal Transplants: Promising Treatment Faces Scrutiny After Study Reveals Potential Risks
Fecal microbiota transplants (FMTs), once hailed as a revolutionary treatment for a range of conditions, are facing renewed scrutiny after a recent study highlighted potential long-term health consequences
Lunar Renaissance: Why NASA, ESA, and Others Are Racing Back to the Moon
After a half-century hiatus, the moon is once again the focus of intense interest from space agencies worldwide
AI Art Still Can't Quite Match Human Creativity, Researchers Find
The rise of artificial intelligence has sparked debate across numerous fields, and the art world is no exception
Lab-Grown Blood: A Potential Solution to Global Shortages?
The world's blood supply is facing increasing strain, with shortages impacting healthcare systems globally
Twin Spacecraft Create Artificial Solar Eclipse, Offering Unprecedented Views of Sun's Corona
In a groundbreaking achievement, the European Space Agency's (ESA) Proba-3 mission has successfully created an artificial solar eclipse using two spacecraft flying in precise formation
Appendix Cancer Rates Rise at Alarming Rate Among Young Adults, Leaving Experts Puzzled
A new study reveals a disturbing trend: appendix cancer, once considered a rare disease primarily affecting older adults, is now increasingly diagnosed in younger generations, particularly Gen X and Millennials
