Study finds synthetic chemicals from packaging and processing equipment migrate into foods, especially ultra-processed ones.

From kitchen slime to water heaters, household microbes may hold the key to absorbing CO₂ and cleaning pollution.

New research reveals Sumatran orangutans use recursion in vocal patterns, challenging human language uniqueness.

Researchers created an AI model to predict child malnutrition in Kenya six months in advance using clinical and satellite ...

The Amazon rainforest is able to endure decades of intense drought. Doing so means losing many trees, releasing stored carbon into the air.

A disaster evacuation isn’t always followed, now a new study reveals how culture, community, and personal values shape ...

Trees forming partnerships with two different types of mycorrhizal fungi can better withstand drought and nutrient scarcity.

An octopus rides on the back of a fast mako shark off the coast of New Zealand; a scientific video reveals an unusual ...

Japanese gardens like Kyoto’s Murin-an ease stress by guiding the eyes to wander. Researchers reveal how thoughtful design ...

Ants that sipped a sugar drop dipped in caffeine found it again more quickly on later trips, leaving a stronger scent trail ...

A newly discovered gene, Arhgap36, explains the rare orange coloring in cats and why most are male. It could have effects beyond fur color.

A solar radiation storm struck Earth 14,300 years ago, showering the planet with high-energy particles and leaving a spike in radiocarbon.