NASA’s Perseverance Rover Discovers a Rock That May Contain Alien Microfossils
Mysterious “leopard spots” on a Martian rock could be evidence of extraterrestrial life—or of mere lifeless chemistry. Finding out the truth may require bringing the rock back to Earth
Sat Jul 27, 2024 01:45
The CDC’s Test for Bird Flu Works, but It Has Issues
Flaws in the CDC's H5N1 test highlight the risks of relying on a single test supplier, some experts say
Sat Jul 27, 2024 01:45
Extreme Heat Kills Hundreds of Thousands Worldwide Each Year
Hundreds of thousands of people die from extreme temperatures every year, more than any other type of weather disaster
Sat Jul 27, 2024 01:45
Honeybees Defend Their Hive by Slapping Invading Ants
Japanese honeybees use their wings to slap back ants trying to invade their hive
Fri Jul 26, 2024 15:48
How to See Stars, Satellites, and More in the Daytime Sky
It’s possible to see celestial objects during the day, but it’s not always easy
Fri Jul 26, 2024 15:48
Taylor Swift, the Beatles, Beck and Bach Can Thank Ancient Temples for Modern Music
The basic notes, rests and harmonies of Western music arose as humans heard how sounds traveled through the first large temples, built more than 2,000 years ago
Fri Jul 26, 2024 15:48