"The large-scale homogeneity of the universe makes it very difficult to believe that the structure of the universe is determined by anything so peripheral as some complicated molecular structure on a minor planet orbiting a very average star in the outer suburbs of a fairly typical galaxy."

— Steven Hawking

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What does it mean when an orca wants to share its lunch with you?

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 4:00pm
Researchers have documented orcas seemingly gifting rays, seals and fish to scientists and divers, which could suggest they have theory of mind and engage in altruism – even across species
Categories: Astronomy

Single antiviral shot could offer better protection than flu vaccines

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 1:00pm
A long-lasting formulation of an antiviral drug greatly reduced people’s risk of a symptomatic flu infection in a trial, and should even be effective against new strains
Categories: Astronomy

The remarkable tale of how humans nearly didn’t conquer the world

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 12:00pm
Over tens of thousands of years, waves of Homo sapiens set out across Europe and Asia, only for their societies and cultures to mysteriously vanish. At last, ancient DNA is revealing why
Categories: Astronomy

Altered gut microbiome linked to fertility issues in people with PCOS

Sun, 06/29/2025 - 7:01pm
People with PCOS who struggle to conceive tend to have lower levels of a gut microbe that has been linked to endometrial function
Categories: Astronomy