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Moroccan Cave Fossils Yield a Possible Missing Link in Human Evolution

Jawbones and other remains, similar to specimens found in Europe, were dated to 773,000 years and help close a gap in Africa’s fossil record of human origins.

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New York Times Science

Moroccan Cave Fossils Yield a Possible Missing Link in Human Evolution

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WIRED Science

The Oceans Just Keep Getting Hotter

For the eighth year in a row, the world’s oceans absorbed a record-breaking amount of heat in 2025. It was equivalent to the energy it would take to boil 2 billion Olympic swimming pools.

2 hours ago

WIRED Science

The Oceans Just Keep Getting Hotter

New York Times Science

Scientists Discover Cloud-9, a Starless ‘Galaxy That Wasn’t’

Astronomers announced the discovery of a starless cloud of hydrogen gas, a pristine relic of the cosmos that is almost as old as time itself.

9 hours ago

New York Times Science

Scientists Discover Cloud-9, a Starless ‘Galaxy That Wasn’t’

New York Times Science

NASA Will Bring I.S.S. Astronauts Home Early After Medical Issue

After canceling a spacewalk planned for Thursday, the space agency’s administrator said it was erring on the side of caution and bringing a crew of four home in the coming days.

10 hours ago

New York Times Science

NASA Will Bring I.S.S. Astronauts Home Early After Medical Issue

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Sony Patents AI That Plays Video Games for You If You Get Stuck

Finally, our leisure time has been automated. The post Sony Patents AI That Plays Video Games for You If You Get Stuck appeared first on Futurism.

12 hours ago

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Sony Patents AI That Plays Video Games for You If You Get Stuck

New York Times Science

Dogs Build Their Vocabularies Like Toddlers

Eavesdropping on their owners seems to help some toy-crazy and talented pups learn more words.

13 hours ago

New York Times Science

Dogs Build Their Vocabularies Like Toddlers

Futurism

Kawasaki’s Robot Horse Is Going Into Production

Yeehaw! The post Kawasaki's Robot Horse Is Going Into Production appeared first on Futurism.

15 hours ago

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Kawasaki’s Robot Horse Is Going Into Production

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Researchers Just Discovered Something Extremely Unflattering About People Who Believe Conspiracy Theories

"Few, if any, researchers have taken into account the 'cover up' perspective of conspiracy believers." The post Researchers Just Discovered Something Extremely Unflattering About People Who Believe Conspiracy Theories appeared first on Futurism.

15 hours ago

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Researchers Just Discovered Something Extremely Unflattering About People Who Believe Conspiracy Theories

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Astronaut on Space Station Suffers Medical Issue

"The matter involved a single crew member who is stable." The post Astronaut on Space Station Suffers Medical Issue appeared first on Futurism.

17 hours ago

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Astronaut on Space Station Suffers Medical Issue

Futurism

Chinese Moon Astronauts Emerge From Month-Long Journey Into Deep Cave

"In that kind of darkness, the mental pressure is overwhelming." The post Chinese Moon Astronauts Emerge From Month-Long Journey Into Deep Cave appeared first on Futurism.

17 hours ago

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Chinese Moon Astronauts Emerge From Month-Long Journey Into Deep Cave

Futurism

Instant Bifocals: New Glasses Can Change Their Prescription on the Fly Depending on What You’re Looking At

“The eyewear industry hasn’t really been innovating for vision correction." The post Instant Bifocals: New Glasses Can Change Their Prescription on the Fly Depending on What You're Looking At appeared first on Futurism.

18 hours ago

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Instant Bifocals: New Glasses Can Change Their Prescription on the Fly Depending on What You’re Looking At

WIRED Science

How 4Patriots and My Patriot Supply Cashed In on Prepping for the Apocalypse

How two big names in mainstream disaster preparedness helped sell Americans on fear, anxiety, and a new generator.

23 hours ago

WIRED Science

How 4Patriots and My Patriot Supply Cashed In on Prepping for the Apocalypse

New York Times Science

Scientists Discover Oldest Poison, on 60,000-Year-Old Arrows

Residues on arrow tips found in South Africa hint at how far back in history humans have been using poison for survival.

1 day ago

New York Times Science

Scientists Discover Oldest Poison, on 60,000-Year-Old Arrows

WIRED Science

The Ancient Art of Nasal Rinsing Might Protect You From a Cold

New research has given credence to a 5,000-year-old practice.

1 day ago

WIRED Science

The Ancient Art of Nasal Rinsing Might Protect You From a Cold