Selasa, 31 Januari 2023

Ultra-rare 'rainbow clouds' light up the Arctic Circle like auroras in stunning new photos

Rare clouds that give off bright, multi-colored light like an aurora were recently spotted at multiple locations in the Arctic. But what causes them? from Livescience https://ift.tt/fhbVNXq via IFT...

Mini sun with simulated gravity could help prepare us for deadly solar storms

The tiny sun used sound waves to simulate the sun's swirling mass of plasma from Livescience https://ift.tt/X7rzFYm via IFT...

Unicorn-like blind cave fish discovered in dark waters deep in Chinese cave

Researchers stumbled across a bizarre species of blind cave fish with a mysterious, horn-like structure protruding from its head and a lack of scales or pigmentation. from Livescience https://ift.tt/K2GUou4 via IFT...

Egyptian mummies covered in gold are rare, and we may have just found the oldest

An ancient Egyptian mummy is the oldest covered with gold, but it's not the oldest ancient Egyptian mummy on record. from Livescience https://ift.tt/cyEqruw via IFT...

Experience the virtual world like never before with the Meta Quest Pro, now $400 off

Float through space, conduct an orchestra, or play some basketball all from the comfort of your living room with the Meta Quest Pro, now down to just $1099.99. from Livescience https://ift.tt/GDMxzH8 via IFT...

Apple Watch Ultra review

The Apple Watch Ultra is the best Apple Watch yet — but that doesn't mean it's for everyone. from Livescience https://ift.tt/R2KTwzv via IFT...

Senin, 30 Januari 2023

Cryptic lost Canaanite language decoded on 'Rosetta Stone'-like tablets

Two ancient clay tablets from Iraq contain details of a "lost" Canaanite language. from Livescience https://ift.tt/qbzgopM via IFT...

COVID-19 is a leading cause of death among US children and teens, study shows

An analysis of mortality data shows that COVID-19 ranks as a leading cause of death among children and teens. from Livescience https://ift.tt/MaKiNW6 via IFT...

Some carnivorous plants evolved to eat poop instead of bugs. And they're better off for it.

Former bug-eating plants, which evolved to feed on animal droppings instead, have a more nutritious diet than their carnivorous cousins, a new study finds. from Livescience https://ift.tt/vs9OJf2 via IFT...

Vast subterranean aqueduct in Naples once 'served elite Roman villas'

Once played in by local children, a vast tunnel that goes through a hill in Naples, Italy, is actually a Roman aqueduct, archaeologists say. from Livescience https://ift.tt/XCdq0lQ via IFT...

What is a squall?

There are different types of squalls, including a sudden windy cold front and a short-term burst of heavy snow and wind. from Livescience https://ift.tt/GW2iS5P via IFT...

How big is the largest possible earthquake?

The amount of energy released in an earthquake is controlled by how much of the crust breaks. The good news is, we're not likely to see a magnitude 10. from Livescience https://ift.tt/2IE98cZ via IFT...

Minggu, 29 Januari 2023

The universe is slightly hotter than it should be. 'Dark photons' could be to blame.

Intergalactic gas clouds are slightly hotter than they should be, new research claims, and theoretical particles called 'dark photons' could explain it. from Livescience https://ift.tt/pbHQcLn via IFT...

Do elephants really 'never forget'?

Elephants are known for their extraordinary memories, but is it true that they never forget? from Livescience https://ift.tt/6R43eyZ via IFT...

Jumat, 27 Januari 2023

Sea spiders can regrow their anuses, scientists discover

In a new study, some juvenile sea spiders were able to regrow amputated body parts, which was previously assumed to be impossible in these marine arthropods. from Livescience https://ift.tt/6lRIgie via IFT...

Rise and fall of the Teutonic Knights in All About History 126

Inside All About History 126: Discover why the Teutonic Knights brought their holy war back to Europe and how they became a major medieval power. from Livescience https://ift.tt/DUCyRtI via IFT...

The 20 largest recorded earthquakes in history

A handful of regions around the world regularly unleash terrifyingly large earthquakes. Here are the 20 largest earthquakes on record. from Livescience https://ift.tt/YF75CvR via IFT...

15 strange desert animals

Deserts are full of oddball animals. Here are 15 of the strangest. from Livescience https://ift.tt/SiCMzxr via IFT...

10 body parts that are useless in humans (or maybe not)

There's some debate around which human body parts are useless and which aren't. from Livescience https://ift.tt/DuRjqU0 via IFT...

Ancient Roman residences with 'pigeon towers' discovered in Luxor, Egypt

Roman residences located near workshops and pigeon towers have been discovered in Luxor, Egypt. from Livescience https://ift.tt/1I63y89 via IFT...

Kamis, 26 Januari 2023

NASA spies Martian rocks that look just like a teddy bear

A broken hill, an ancient crater and the human tendency to find faces everywhere may explain the teddy bear on Mars. from Livescience https://ift.tt/lJmUH6r via IFT...

Brain cells gone haywire during sleep may lead to chronic pain, mouse study suggests

A mouse study hints at why chronic pain and poor sleep are linked. from Livescience https://ift.tt/CGvgyDj via IFT...

Beneath a busy street in Jerusalem sits a 1,000-year-old moat with a secret handprint

Archaeologists in Jerusalem have unearthed a massive moat beneath a busy roadway. But a handprint etched into the stone structure remains a mystery. from Livescience https://ift.tt/VYxydCA via IFT...

Eerily perfect galaxy-shaped spiral appears over Hawaii. What is it?

A mysterious "whirlpool" of light temporarily shone in the night sky above Hawaii's Mauna Kea. Experts think it was linked to a SpaceX launch. from Livescience https://ift.tt/mMPozUB via IFT...

52-foot-long Book of the Dead papyrus from ancient Egypt discovered at Saqqara

For the first time in 100 years, a full "Book of the Dead" papyrus has been uncovered at Saqqara. from Livescience https://ift.tt/a6q9U3L via IFT...

Asteroid set to make 'extraordinarily close' approach to Earth tonight. Here's how to watch.

Asteroid 2023 BU will be closest to Earth on Thursday (Jan. 26) at 4:17 p.m. EST (2117 GMT). from Livescience https://ift.tt/jxOcZyG via IFT...

Rabu, 25 Januari 2023

Real-life 'Terminator 2' robot can melt to escape jail, then solidify on command

The robot uses magnetic induction to heat itself up and transform into a liquid from Livescience https://ift.tt/qDiLZw7 via IFT...

Never-before-seen pterosaur had nearly 500 teeth and ate like a flamingo

A never-before-seen species of pterosaur had hundreds of hooked teeth that helped it filter its food in a similar way to living flamingos. from Livescience https://ift.tt/49Ucokl via IFT...

Choline: Sources, benefits and deficiency

Choline is an essential nutrient that plays a role in metabolism and brain development. from Livescience https://ift.tt/BOrVDd5 via IFT...

Optical illusion gives rare green comet an ‘anti-tail’ that seemingly defies physics

C/2022 E3 (ZTF), a comet that has recently made headlines as it flies closer to Earth, briefly developed an ethereal third tail thanks to a weird optical illusion. from Livescience https://ift.tt/Dds7awj via IFT...

Can't sleep? An expert reveals why anxiety may be worse at night

Experiencing anxiety at night can interfere with sleep. from Livescience https://ift.tt/mfnhjRN via IFT...

Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 binocular review

The Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 binoculars are beginner-friendly, entry-level binoculars with sharp optics at an affordable price from Livescience https://ift.tt/cLp0x92 via IFT...

Selasa, 24 Januari 2023

South Korea's lunar orbiter unveils jaw-dropping images of Earth and the moon

The Danuri spacecraft arrived in lunar orbit in Dec. 2022, and its first image dump is out of this world. from Livescience https://ift.tt/5ArEcd1 via IFT...

Doomsday clock advances to 90 seconds to midnight — the closest to apocalypse it's ever been

Humanity faces greater existential threats than it did during the Cold War, according to the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists from Livescience https://ift.tt/eGwOQsx via IFT...

Widening chasm births Antarctic iceberg larger than Los Angeles

The giant chasm on Antarctica's Brunt Ice Shelf has split and created a massive iceberg. from Livescience https://ift.tt/5Za6QoJ via IFT...

Beginners guide to wildlife photography

Master the basics with this beginners guide to wildlife photography. Find the best cameras, learn how to find your subjects, and handle changes in lighting. from Livescience https://ift.tt/MY6LAyc via IFT...

Deep space 'hurricanes' could point the way to alien worlds

When new planets form in distant solar systems, they carve out 'hurricanes' and 'vortices' in the surrounding dust that could lead astronomers straight to them. from Livescience https://ift.tt/AJbVvEd via IFT...

Maybe rats didn't spread the Black Death after all, new evidence suggests

Recent research suggests rats may not have played the critical role in keeping plague going in Europe. from Livescience https://ift.tt/nc4HqkJ via IFT...

Senin, 23 Januari 2023

Stunning CT scans of 'Golden Boy' mummy from ancient Egypt reveal 49 hidden amulets

"Golden Boy" mummy riddled with amulets and other grave goods revealed in CT scans. from Livescience https://ift.tt/mj0pnia via IFT...

Who was Genghis Khan, the warrior who founded the Mongol Empire?

Genghis Khan (1160 to 1227) founded the Mongol Empire, which covered much of Asia and parts of Europe. from Livescience https://ift.tt/7qbwdh1 via IFT...

Primordial asteroids are like giant space pillows and could be harder to destroy than previously thought

The asteroid has survived in space for nearly as long as the solar system has existed from Livescience https://ift.tt/Sy8qsfc via IFT...

Stunning images capture the moment a green comet's tail is blasted away by the sun

An amateur astronomer witnessed the moment that the green comet C/2022 E3 had part of its tail blasted away by a coronal mass ejection. from Livescience https://ift.tt/x2niUGd via IFT...

3,600-year-old hoards may contain the earliest silver currency in Israel and Gaza

A new study of ancient silver hoards from Israel and Gaza suggests that metal was used as currency in the Bronze Age, hundreds of years earlier than previously suspected. from Livescience https://ift.tt/3sjSGWn via IFT...

Hypersomnia: Symptoms, causes and treatments

Excessive sleepiness could be a sign of a condition known as hypersomnia. from Livescience https://ift.tt/9xoRvtM via IFT...

Are rainbows really arches?

If you have the right vantage point, a rainbow might look circular. Here's the science behind why some rainbows look like arches and others don't. from Livescience https://ift.tt/0LedPjc via IFT...

Minggu, 22 Januari 2023

Mysterious 'sparks' on the sun could help scientists predict solar flares

An analysis of eight years of data reveals a possible telltale sign that a region of the sun is about to erupt. from Livescience https://ift.tt/O7zBqZ1 via IFT...

Why do horses wear shoes?

What happens to wild horses that don't have shoes? from Livescience https://ift.tt/qXmlMQ2 via IFT...

Sabtu, 21 Januari 2023

Is the Yellowstone supervolcano really 'due' for an eruption?

Yellowstone's supervolcano last erupted 70,000 years ago. Will it erupt again anytime soon? from Livescience https://ift.tt/NuWgPje via IFT...

Jumat, 20 Januari 2023

Royal tomb discovered near Luxor dates to time when female pharaoh co-ruled ancient Egypt

The tomb dates from a period when ancient Egypt was co-ruled by the female pharaoh Hatshepsut and Thutmose III. from Livescience https://ift.tt/evngU7M via IFT...

Best smart scales 2023: Track body composition from home

The best smart scales can provide a better insight into health and fitness, from body fat percentage to bone density. from Livescience https://ift.tt/Hr1FPYp via IFT...

Astronomers weighed the Milky Way, and found huge amounts of matter missing

Mysterious fast radio bursts (FRBs) helped astronomers weigh our galaxy, and reveal that some matter is missing. from Livescience https://ift.tt/dfJ1qLu via IFT...

New Alzheimer's drug slightly slows cognitive decline. Experts say it's not a silver bullet.

Experts weigh in on whether the newly approved Alzheimer's treatment lecanemab is worth taking. from Livescience https://ift.tt/RHj8FoI via IFT...

Kamis, 19 Januari 2023

What is a circadian rhythm?

A circadian rhythm refers to a person's sleep-wake pattern over 24 hours. from Livescience https://ift.tt/sIw1Fhp via IFT...

Domesticated chickens could wipe out their wild ancestors — by having sex with them

A new study has revealed that red junglefowl, the wild ancestors of chickens, are losing their genetic diversity as they mate with their domesticated counterparts. from Livescience https://ift.tt/JtkuEph via IFT...

What is mindful eating, and is it good for you? We explore the science behind it

From weight loss to digestive health, could savoring every mouthful have a positive impact on wellbeing? from Livescience https://ift.tt/1ODgBCT via IFT...

'Staggering number' of titanosaur nests discovered in India reveals controversial findings about dino moms

The discovery of a tightly packed nesting ground from the Cretaceous period in India suggests that titanosaurs laid eggs and left their offspring behind. from Livescience https://ift.tt/Y8caBt5 via IFT...

Beginners guide to astrophotography

Shoot for the stars with our beginners guide to astrophotography. from Livescience https://ift.tt/T1DoXxy via IFT...

8 common sleep myths debunked

Discover the scientific facts that debunk these eight common sleep myths. from Livescience https://ift.tt/PgYFeI5 via IFT...

Rabu, 18 Januari 2023

Moderna says its RSV vaccine is 84% effective in older adults

Moderna announced positive results from its late-stage RSV vaccine trial in older adults. from Livescience https://ift.tt/K0US8ej via IFT...

Some cancer cells grow stronger after chemo. Research hints at how to kill them.

New research hints at why some cancer cells develop drug resistance, and how to kill them. from Livescience https://ift.tt/0jSnoC1 via IFT...

Powerful laser blast used to control lightning for the first time

This is the first ever real-world demonstration of the effect from Livescience https://ift.tt/gf3VM8X via IFT...

Mars meteorite that crashed to Earth contains 'huge diversity' of organic compounds

A new study into the Tissint meteorite, which crash-landed in Morocco in 2011, revealed a wide array of organic compounds hidden in the rare space rock. from Livescience https://ift.tt/S8mBXTO via IFT...

Medieval pendant found in a garbage pit may hold the bones of a saint

Neutron imaging revealed that a medieval pendant from Germany holds fragments of bone, possibly those of a saint. from Livescience https://ift.tt/AxUY8fO via IFT...

Can white noise help you sleep better?

Soothing sounds can be relaxing, but can white noise help you sleep better? from Livescience https://ift.tt/1zig6bO via IFT...

Generalized anxiety disorder: Causes, symptoms & treatment

People with generalized anxiety disorder experience constant feelings of anxiety that affect their everyday life. from Livescience https://ift.tt/hX75QJd via IFT...

Selasa, 17 Januari 2023

Prickly echidnas stay cool by blowing snot bubbles

Echidnas use booger bubbles to stay cool in hot weather Down Under. from Livescience https://ift.tt/F6QZfdM via IFT...

Bloom entombed in amber is the largest fossilized flower ever found

The fossilized flower is the largest ever discovered. from Livescience https://ift.tt/GM5T4gP via IFT...

Long-lost copy of Newton's famous book 'Opticks' to be auctioned for half a million dollars

The book is the pristine version of the two copies originally kept in Newton’s library from Livescience https://ift.tt/NU42ecD via IFT...

Here's why your pelvic floor is so important

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and ligaments that supports the bladder, bowel and reproductive organs. from Livescience https://ift.tt/5PAQVxc via IFT...

Does short sleeper syndrome really exist?

Some people, from Barack Obama to Elon Musk, claim to sleep for very few hours each night. from Livescience https://ift.tt/bgvC9QF via IFT...

Senin, 16 Januari 2023

Depression: Causes, symptoms and treatments

Depression can affect people of all ages, races and socioeconomic classes. from Livescience https://ift.tt/N3DKCmu via IFT...

Squid and human brains develop the same way despite diverging 500 million years ago

It seems that the blueprint for complex brain development remains the same, despite 500 million years of divergent evolution. from Livescience https://ift.tt/vDmujtr via IFT...

How does temperature affect running performance?

Running in the cold and the heat can impact muscles, heart rate and oxygen levels. from Livescience https://ift.tt/0xt3iKB via IFT...

Massive megalodon tooth discovered in Chesapeake Bay by 9-year-old fossil hunter

A 9-year-old girl from Maryland, who has collected more than 400 fossilized shark teeth, discovered a 5-inch megalodon gnasher on Christmas Day. from Livescience https://ift.tt/kS3a2wW via IFT...

Never-before-seen volcanic magma chamber discovered deep under Mediterranean, near Santorini

Using a technique to study seismic waves, researchers revealed a previously unknown magma chamber underneath a the Kolumbo submarine volcano. from Livescience https://ift.tt/WtJsZn4 via IFT...

What is brain fog?

Mental fuzziness can be frustrating and can be caused by lack of sleep or even an underlying illness. from Livescience https://ift.tt/5QWm6h0 via IFT...

Minggu, 15 Januari 2023

Elusive 'Buchdahl stars' are black holes without event horizons. But do they really exist?

These hypothetical stars are the densest objects in the universe that can exist without becoming full-fledged black holes. from Livescience https://ift.tt/8iV0eN1 via IFT...

Does evolution ever go backward?

In regressive evolution, organisms lose complex features and can appear to evolve "in reverse." But evolution doesn't retrace its steps, experts said. from Livescience https://ift.tt/2fkVTHh via IFT...

Sabtu, 14 Januari 2023

Exploring the Richest Countries: A Look at the Top 5

Are you curious about the world’s richest countries? Wealth can come in many forms, from natural resources to technology and industry. This list of the 10 wealthiest nations will give you a glimpse into how each country uses its wealth for everyday life. From the United States to China and India, these are some of the most influential economies on earth with residents who benefit from their status...

Black hole 'spaghettified' a star into a doughnut shape, and astronomers captured the gory encounter

The black hole wrapped the layers of the shredded star around itself to form the perfect doughnut of doom. from Livescience https://ift.tt/bsmLRPJ via IFT...

A mysterious brain network may underlie many psychiatric disorders

Researchers discovered that six psychiatric disorders seemed linked to the same underlying brain wiring. from Livescience https://ift.tt/OBJN58o via IFT...

Why does lightning zigzag?

The characteristic zigzag pattern of lightning is caused by a highly conductive form of oxygen that builds up as the bolt travels toward the ground. from Livescience https://ift.tt/CXkIBmT via IFT...

Jumat, 13 Januari 2023

Martin Luther King Jr.: The iconic civil rights leader

Martin Luther King Jr. was a civil rights leader who fought for racial and economic justice. His oft-quoted "I Have a Dream" speech made an incredible impact on the country's racial, cultural and intellectual landscape. from Livescience https://ift.tt/Eo8SdLq via IFT...

Pentagon is struggling to explain more than 170 fresh UFO reports, new document reveals

Nearly half of all new UFO cases opened in 2022 cannot be explained, Pentagon officials wrote. from Livescience https://ift.tt/FqBT9wL via IFT...

'Princely' tomb of Hun warrior unearthed in Romania

The remains of a "princely" tomb, possibly from a Hunnic warrior, have been found during motorway construction in Romania. from Livescience https://ift.tt/AdLcR8W via IFT...

Move over polar bears, there's another top predator along the Arctic coast

A new study has revealed that certain sea stars rival polar bears as the most prolific predators in coastal Arctic ecosystems. from Livescience https://ift.tt/dyt3W8b via IFT...

Why is core strength important?

From perfecting a pull-up to easing back pain, here's what experts say about the benefits of a strong core. from Livescience https://ift.tt/VeBn8qD via IFT...

Spectacular Butterfly Nebula offers a glimpse of our sun's final fate

New time-lapse images of the beautiful Butterfly Nebula come closer to explaining its spectacular strangeness. from Livescience https://ift.tt/gTDtPJY via IFT...

Kamis, 12 Januari 2023

Hundreds of dusty black holes found hiding in plain sight

Astronomers detected 400 previously unknown black holes in a new X-ray survey of dusty galactic centers. from Livescience https://ift.tt/aUJKY0P via IFT...

Wishing well used for Bronze Age 'cult rituals' discovered in Bavaria

Items found in the wishing well include well-preserved pottery, jewelry, beads and an animal tooth. from Livescience https://ift.tt/kr7X5NZ via IFT...

Mythbusters streaming guide: how to watch Mythbusters online in 2023

Read this Mythbusters streaming guide to learn where to find episodes of the original popular science/entertainment show online. from Livescience https://ift.tt/3AWkGN7 via IFT...

Prehistoric population once lived in Siberia, but mysteriously vanished, genetic study finds

A genetic study has revealed the existence of a previously unknown hunter-gatherer group that lived in Siberia upwards of 10,000 years ago. from Livescience https://ift.tt/hHYsdXp via IFT...

New 'thought-controlled' device reads brain activity through the jugular

A new brain-computer-interface device doesn't require open-brain surgery to implant. from Livescience https://ift.tt/7nYWc2H via IFT...

Rabu, 11 Januari 2023

Lasers reveal massive, 650-square-mile Maya site hidden beneath Guatemalan rainforest

While conducting an aerial survey of northern Guatemala, researchers detected a sprawling Maya site. from Livescience https://ift.tt/1zidQkM via IFT...

Enormous 'Swiss cheese' bubble surrounding Earth mapped in incredible new images

The gigantic bubble was created by multiple supernova explosions, and researchers finally know what its magnetic field may look like. from Livescience https://ift.tt/FHATjkw via IFT...

A star mysteriously blinked for 7 years, and astronomers think they finally know why

The strange dimming of Gaia17bpp could point to a small companion surrounded by a huge dusty disk. from Livescience https://ift.tt/aEFZKBT via IFT...

Enslaved people were kidnapped from all across Africa, rare look at DNA from colonial cemetery reveals

In 2013, South Carolinians made the unexpected discovery of a Colonial-era cemetery holding the remains of enslaved people. Now, a genetic analysis of some of these individuals reveals their origins. from Livescience https://ift.tt/JHRkQsu via IFT...

Incredible new photos of moon's surface are highest resolution pictures ever taken from Earth

A radar system less powerful than a household microwave oven produced some of the best pictures of the moon ever captured. from Livescience https://ift.tt/tUQluVw via IFT...

Ancient Egyptian pharaoh Ramesses II's 'handsome' face revealed in striking reconstruction

Scientists have used facial reconstruction techniques to show what the Egyptian pharaoh Ramesses II looked like in his prime. from Livescience https://ift.tt/lHLgB4Z via IFT...

Incredible time-lapse photo captures the sun during an 8-year sunspot peak

A new time-lapse image shows two major sunspot groups moving across the surface of the sun in December 2022, when the number of solar splotches also skyrocketed to an eight-year high. from Livescience https://ift.tt/maFp3hB via IFT...

Who were Europe's 'bog bodies'? Deep look uncovers the secrets of this mysterious practice.

A deep dive into "bog bodies" reveals that this practice started in southern Scandinavia during the Neolithic and spread throughout Northern Europe. from Livescience https://ift.tt/kJvBF2l via IFT...

Selasa, 10 Januari 2023

Giant Viking hall, possibly connected to Harald Bluetooth, unearthed in Denmark

Archaeologists in Denmark have unearthed portions of a massive Viking hall, with more of the structure still buried. from Livescience https://ift.tt/RE45QIf via IFT...

Utah's Great Salt Lake is on the verge of collapse, and could expose millions to arsenic laced dust

Scientists say excessive water use is to blame, with 74% of diverted lakewater being used for unsustainable agricultural practices from Livescience https://ift.tt/p0ug3cy via IFT...

Twin black holes caught chowing down on the leftovers of a galaxy merger

Binary black holes may be more common than astronomers realized, according to new research. from Livescience https://ift.tt/1S9MJYV via IFT...

Rare, 'high-status' Viking burial unearthed in a garden in Oslo

Archaeologists have excavated a rare Viking burial in Oslo containing the remains of a high-status individual and a variety of grave goods. from Livescience https://ift.tt/2mjy1TK via IFT...

Ancient bird with T. rex-like skull discovered in China

A 120 million-year-old bird fossil from China has some rather unusual dinosaur-like features in its otherwise standard avian skeleton, including a weirdly T. rex-like skull. from Livescience https://ift.tt/aADFkNq via IFT...

UV radiation pulse played a role in a mass extinction event, fossilized pollen reveals

250 million-year-old pollen suggests radiation played a role in mass extinction event from Livescience https://ift.tt/fyEI9Wr via IFT...

What does alcohol do to the body?

Alcohol can have short- and long-term impacts on health and wellbeing. from Livescience https://ift.tt/P7iWxoj via IFT...

iPad Pro M2 review: all dressed up and nowhere to go

Apple's most powerful tablet gets an upgrade with the iPad Pro M2, but we can't help but think we've seen it all before. from Livescience https://ift.tt/TB5eFz4 via IFT...

Senin, 09 Januari 2023

The 'Kraken' subvariant: What to know about omicron descendant XBB.1.5

Here's what you need to know about the omicron subvariant XBB.1.5. from Livescience https://ift.tt/CTluqRr via IFT...

How do step counters work?

They're a popular way to track daily activity, but how do step counters work? from Livescience https://ift.tt/o65dTwD via IFT...

Rare, 'rule-breaking' quasicrystal found in chunk of 'fossilized' lightning

A type of crystal that breaks the rules of ordinary crystallography has been found in a tube of melted sand from Nebraska. from Livescience https://ift.tt/eb2GYu1 via IFT...

Look at the face of the 'Jericho Skull,' buried 9,000 years ago with shells for eyes

The 9,000-year-old Jericho Skull now has a new face, thanks to the latest reconstruction techniques. from Livescience https://ift.tt/1gpGrP2 via IFT...

What does it mean for a disease to be 'endemic'?

In the context of a disease, the transition from "epidemic" to "endemic" means a pathogen is no longer causing outbreaks but isn't disappearing. from Livescience https://ift.tt/AFNUT1X via IFT...

Minggu, 08 Januari 2023

How does grief affect the brain?

Grief can trigger a number of cognitive, behavioral and physiological changes. from Livescience https://ift.tt/1SHfxqa via IFT...

Why do beavers build dams?

And do the rodents live in these wooden structures? from Livescience https://ift.tt/46Kq17R via IFT...

Sabtu, 07 Januari 2023

Renpho smart scale review

Budget friendly and high performing, the Renpho smart scale makes it easy to track body composition metrics. from Livescience https://ift.tt/IUwvi0x via IFT...

Human and Neanderthal brains have a surprising 'youthful' quality in common, new research finds

Modern humans have a youthful brain, and this "Peter Pan syndrome" is also seen in Neanderthals. from Livescience https://ift.tt/UFmpPK1 via IFT...

How many times can you fold a piece of paper in half?

It's easy to fold a piece of paper in half once, twice or even three or four times. But what's the highest number of times one piece of paper can be folded in half? from Livescience https://ift.tt/wqBg4ob via IFT...

Jumat, 06 Januari 2023

Humans' big-brain genes may have come from 'junk DNA'

"De novo" genes may have paved the way for humans' big brains. from Livescience https://ift.tt/mA9VnYt via IFT...

Why hasn't ET phoned Earth? Maybe aliens are waiting for the exact right moment.

A new search for alien signals focuses on planetary transits, when exoplanets pass right in front of their suns. from Livescience https://ift.tt/8CseRHQ via IFT...

Quarry workers make 'unexpected' discovery of ship from Queen Elizabeth I's reign

Timbers from the hull of a 16th-century ship have been found in a flooded quarry in southeastern England. from Livescience https://ift.tt/ndacVhJ via IFT...

Save big on the MacBook Pro M2 - with Apple’s longest-lasting battery life it is perfect for students and professionals

Looking for a classic MacBook design? Then this deal on the MacBook Pro M2 (13.3-inch) is just for you. from Livescience https://ift.tt/urUVpv4 via IFT...

Best running shoes for supination 2023: Find the perfect fit for your feet

Supination can put excess pressure on the feet and ankles, so investing in the best running shoes for supination can help to avoid injuries. from Livescience https://ift.tt/cu8gDxB via IFT...

Kamis, 05 Januari 2023

Newfound 'protective shield' in the brain is like a watchtower for immune cells

Scientists discovered a "protective shield" in the brain. from Livescience https://ift.tt/OS6RMsu via IFT...

Could humans use black holes to time travel?

Black holes form natural time machines that allow travel to both the past and the future. But don't expect to be visiting dinosaurs any time soon. from Livescience https://ift.tt/Ngu71aG via IFT...

Is napping bad for you? We ask the experts

Is a daytime snooze something to be avoided or embraced? from Livescience https://ift.tt/XScwuVB via IFT...

Massive, hidden sunspot blasts out enormous X-class flare — and Earth could soon be in the firing line

Astronomers recently detected a massive explosion on the far side of the sun, which likely spat out one of the most powerful flares the sun can produce. from Livescience https://ift.tt/A6ogWOe via IFT...

Secret inner workings of cells revealed through self-assembling 'memory' chains

Researchers genetically altered mouse brain cells to produce physical timelines of their key events in the form of a self-assembling chain of fluorescent proteins. from Livescience https://ift.tt/xtDV4dl via IFT...

Invasive rats are changing how reef fish behave. It's because there's not enough bird poop.

Jewel damselfish living on coral reefs surrounding rat-infested tropical islands have become less territorial and less aggressive due to a bizarre ecological link between the two species: bird poop. from Livescience https://ift.tt/CJve8FX via IFT...

Thyroid Gland: Facts, function & diseases

The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped organ in the throat. Here's what you need to know about its function. from Livescience https://ift.tt/sVBP76x via IFT...

Why is there still no male birth control pill?

Researchers have spent half a century investigating contraceptives for men, but how close are we to getting a male birth control pill? from Livescience https://ift.tt/VitEovK via IFT...

Rabu, 04 Januari 2023

20,000-year-old cave painting 'dots' are the earliest written language, study claims. But not everyone agrees.

Stone Age dots, lines and Y-shaped marks might represent a type of proto-writing created by hunter-gatherers who lived in Europe at least 20,000 years ago. from Livescience https://ift.tt/KDJ9Ecq via IFT...

What does breast milk taste like?

If you've ever wondered, “What does breast milk taste like?” science can provide an answer without having to try it for yourself. from Livescience https://ift.tt/FapzDLq via IFT...

Does reality exist when we're not looking?

In quantum physics, particles exist in many states at once until you measure them. Can reality really work that way? from Livescience https://ift.tt/XYpGzcV via IFT...

The best exercise machine to lose weight 2023

Embarking on a weight loss journey? We’ve tested the best exercise machine to lose weight this year. from Livescience https://ift.tt/qcZVgUa via IFT...

What are superfoods?

So-called "superfoods" may have health benefits, but no more than other nutritionally dense foods. from Livescience https://ift.tt/LTneVqd via IFT...

Enhance your workouts with $50 off the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live are reduced by 33% at Best Buy thanks to the January sales. from Livescience https://ift.tt/pnJqF9L via IFT...

Selasa, 03 Januari 2023

Bering Land Bridge formed much later than originally thought, study suggests

The formation of the Bering Land Bridge connecting Asia to North America occurred much later than experts thought. from Livescience https://ift.tt/Yhy7arz via IFT...

Build muscle for less with $50 off the Bowflex SelectTech 552 adjustable dumbbells

Best Buy has slashed the price of the Bowflex SelectTech 552 adjustable dumbbells by $50 in the January sales. from Livescience https://ift.tt/5oUs4pi via IFT...

Senin, 02 Januari 2023

How long does it take for a body to decompose?

Once a person is dead, their body usually starts to decay immediately, although a good embalming job can delay decay. from Livescience https://ift.tt/oZQUqxp via IFT...

Best dehumidifiers 2023: Fight mold, unwanted odors and condensation

Keep your house free from mold and condensation with the best dehumidifiers to suit every budget. from Livescience https://ift.tt/kZ2ITQB via IFT...

Do quantum universes really exist?

In some interpretations of quantum mechanics, such as the Many-Worlds interpretation or the Pilot Wave Theory, parallel universes may form every time a subatomic particle goes through any interaction. from Livescience https://ift.tt/ptAhNjX via IFT...

Why are some people more motivated than others?

Certain chemicals in the brain may influence motivation. from Livescience https://ift.tt/TC3bqmt via IFT...

Hit your New Year's goals with $100 off the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

Amazon has slashed the price of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 by 33% in the January sales. from Livescience https://ift.tt/DFM9Nfz via IFT...

The full 'Wolf micromoon' rises Jan. 6. Here's how to watch.

The first full moon of the new year will be a 'micromoon,' with the moon at its farthest point from Earth. from Livescience https://ift.tt/NKHOVkR via IFT...

5 stunning archaeological discoveries that may finally be unearthed in 2023

Here are five predictions about what archaeologists may dig up in 2023. from Livescience https://ift.tt/BwQik68 via IFT...

Minggu, 01 Januari 2023

What is the rarest mineral on Earth?

There is only one specimen of the rarest mineral on Earth, and it's from Myanmar. from Livescience https://ift.tt/taoOwbq via IFT...