Latest scientific discoveries and research news
A recent study reveals that the offshore financial tactics of billionaires and oligarchs are significantly influenced by the governance quality of their home countries, shedding light on patterns behind asset concealment.
Research reveals that Neanderthals inhabiting neighboring caves in northern Israel butchered prey differently, indicating the presence of localized food traditions and cultural transmission despite geographic proximity.
Researchers have unveiled the first sperm whale tooth from the 3rd millennium BCE in the Iberian Peninsula, revealing new insights into prehistoric trade and cultural connections during the Copper Age.
A Columbia University study reveals that implementing 7-second Leading Pedestrian Intervals at New York City intersections reduces pedestrian injuries by one-third, highlighting a promising urban safety measure.
Scientists digitally reconstructed prehistoric Homo sapiens ribcages, linking climate to ribcage shape changes. Physicists observed the elusive transverse Thompson effect for the first time, revealing novel thermal-electric interactions. Additionally, neotropical bats were found far beyond known ranges in Mexico.
During geothermal testing beneath its parking lot, Denver Museum of Nature & Science discovered the oldest and deepest dinosaur fossil within city limits—a 67.5-million-year-old herbivore vertebra. This rare find enriches understanding of Denver's prehistoric environment.
The DJI Mini 4K drone, weighing just 249 grams to bypass FAA registration, is now available for $239 on Amazon Prime Day. Featuring a 4K camera on a 3-axis gimbal, 31-minute flight time, and advanced filming tools, it appeals to both hobbyists and content creators.
Walmart’s summer sale offers significant discounts across categories including electronics, home goods, and family items. Highlights include a Dyson vacuum at 43% off and a propane pizza oven at over 50% off, with deals running through July 13 but likely selling out sooner.
Neuroscientist Nadine Dijkstra’s study reveals that the fusiform gyrus plays a crucial role in determining whether the brain accepts a perception as reality. Using modern fMRI techniques, her research explores how imagination and perception blend to shape our experience of the world.