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Scientists vacuum zoo animals' DNA out of the air
A key part of protecting endangered species is figuring out where they're living. Now researchers say they have found a powerful new tool that could help:… -
What crying baby mice could teach us about human speech
Scientists have found a cluster of rhythmic brain cells in newborn mice that may explain why spoken languages around the world share a common tempo. -
Omicron and masks: What you need to know to stay safe
N95 and KF94 masks are best, followed by surgical and cloth masks. But context matters, Harvard’s Dr. Joseph Allen says. -
The COVID antiviral drugs are here but they're scarce. Here's what to know
Pfizer's Paxlovid and Merck's molnupiravir are both oral antiviral pills that can be taken at home to keep patients out of the hospital. -
You'll have the best view of the Geminid meteor shower overnight tonight
The Geminid meteor shower, which lights up our sky every December, will be at its most visible late Monday into early Tuesday morning.Although the moon… -
How do fruit flies appear, seemingly, out of nowhere?
They may be a blight on bananas, but they're a boon for biochemistry. -
Astronomers find a new planet that's mostly made of iron
An iron-rich planet spotted in a nearby solar system could help scientists understand the mystery of how the planet Mercury formed in our own… -
Ancient footprints mistakenly attributed to bears were made by early humans
The early humans who walked the earth nearly 3.7 million years ago were not walking alone. Fossil footprints in Tanzania reveal that two human species… -
Why are rainbows shaped in a perfect arc?
If it weren't for the ground, we'd have colorful rain circles. -
James Bond has all those gadgets but no hand sanitizer. Avoid these 007 travel habits
Though his latest exploits involve outwitting a villain armed with a deadly virus in No Time To Die, James Bond is hardly known for promoting public…
