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'The bottom line is, I told you so': JWST observations upend standard model of how galaxies form, new study claims Ben Turner published 14 November 24 The James Webb Space Telescope's discovery of unusually bright and massive galaxies soon after the Big Bang has cast doubt on the standard model of galaxy evolution and bolstered a rival theory for how physics may work on large scales, according to a team of astronomers. 
We've been wrong about Uranus for nearly 40 years, new analysis of Voyager 2 data reveals Ben Turner last updated 14 November 24 Voyager 2's 1986 flyby of Uranus, the main source of our knowledge of the icy planet, could have come at the same time as a weird plasma burst from the sun. 
It would be easier to find aliens in a parallel universe than in our own, new multiverse study claims Harry Baker published 14 November 24 A new model based on the famous alien-hunting Drake equation suggests that some parallel universes within the hypothetical "multiverse" could have higher chances of containing extraterrestrial life than our universe. 
Teen sickened with Canada's first human case of bird flu is in critical condition — and the source remains a mystery Stephanie Pappas published 14 November 24 A teenager in Canada is critically ill with the country's first human case of H5N1 bird flu. Health officials aren't sure how the youth was exposed. 
'Edge of chaos' neuroscience theory could lead to superfast computing chips that behave like superconductors Skyler Ware published 14 November 24 By tapping into the enigmatic theory of how neurons transmit signals, scientists have proven they can one day build computer chips with near-zero electrical resistance. 
Why is Pluto not considered a planet? Pluto was demoted from a planet to a dwarf planet in 2006. So why is its status still so controversial today? 
24 brain networks kick in when you watch movies, study finds Researchers created the most detailed map of the brain's functional networks using data from people watching movies, including "Inception," "Home Alone" and "Erin Brokovich." 
Mammoth quiz: Test your knowledge of the ice age beasts Most of us are familiar with the mammoths in "Ice Age," but how much do you really know about these creatures? Find out by taking our quiz. 
'Medieval' King Arthur site is 4,000 years older than we thought The discovery suggests the mysterious "King Arthur's Hall" in England is older than Stonehenge. 
Smarter dogs have smaller brains, surprising study reveals A study looking at the brain size of different breeds relative to their skulls reveals how humans have altered the species through artificial selection. 
IBM's newest 156-qubit quantum chip can run 50 times faster than its predecessor — equipping it for scientific research When combined with Qiskit software tools, the 156-qubit R2 Heron quantum processor can perform 5,000 two-qubit gate operations — double the previous best — meaning it's ready for complex quantum computations, IBM scientists say. 
Did plate tectonics give rise to life? Groundbreaking new research could crack Earth's deepest mystery. Emerging evidence suggests that plate tectonics, or the recycling of Earth's crust, may have begun much earlier than previously thought — and may be a big reason that our planet harbors life. Planet Earth
'Missing link' found in ancient rocks of Colorado show that Snowball Earth really happened ByLiam Courtney-Davies, Christine Siddoway, Rebecca Flowers published 13 November 24 Geologists found evidence in the way enigmatic sandstones called Tava formed in the Rocky Mountains hundreds of millions of years ago. 
Global carbon emissions reach new record high in 2024, with no end in sight, scientists say ByBen Turner published 13 November 24 There is a 50% chance that global warming will consistently exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius in the next six years, according to a new report. LATEST ARTICLES
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James Webb Space Telescope discovers mysterious 'red monster' galaxies so large they shouldn't exist- 2
It would be easier to find aliens in a parallel universe than in our own, new multiverse study claims - 3
Teen sickened with Canada's first human case of bird flu is in critical condition — and the source remains a mystery - 4
'Edge of chaos' neuroscience theory could lead to superfast computing chips that behave like superconductors - 5
3D map reveals our solar system's local bubble has an 'escape tunnel'
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Best telescopes 2024: Beginner and advanced scopes for stars, galaxies and nebulas ByJase Parnell-Brookes last updated 14 November 24 The best telescopes offer an unparalleled view of the cosmos, and we've gathered our favorites just in time for Amazon Prime Big Deals Day. 
3D map reveals our solar system's local bubble has an 'escape tunnel' ByRobert Lea published 14 November 24 A 3D map of our cosmic neighborhood has revealed hot and cold regions as well as an "escape tunnel" from our local bubble. archaeology
12,000-year-old, doughnut-shaped pebbles may be early evidence of the wheel ByOwen Jarus published 13 November 24 The wheel was likely invented around 6,000 years ago, but a new analysis of curious rocks from Israel suggests that wheel-like technologies existed even earlier. 
Our ancestor Lucy may have used tools more than 3 million years ago ByKristina Killgrove published 12 November 24 An analysis looking at the hand bones of australopithecines, apes and humans reveals that tool use likely evolved before the Homo genus arose. Health
Air purifier vs essential oil diffuser: What's the difference? ByKatie Treharne last updated 14 November 24 REFERENCEWe pit air purifiers against essential oil diffusers to get a sense of the differences. REFERENCE
Necrotizing fasciitis: The 'flesh-eating' infection that bores holes in the body ByEmily Cooke published 14 November 24 Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare, life-threatening illness caused by bacteria that aggressively attack the soft tissue of the body. 
Diagnostic dilemma: A man's brain started bleeding after a dentist appointment ByNicoletta Lanese published 13 November 24 A man's brain started bleeding just after he got teeth pulled at the dentist's office. Why? Animals
Teeny tardigrades can survive space and lethal radiation. Scientists may finally know how. BySharmila Kuthunur published 13 November 24 A new species of tardigrades with thousands of genes that become more active when exposed to radiation could help in devising better protection for astronauts on long missions. 
Glowing mystery sea slug that feeds like a Venus fly trap captured in deep sea footage for 1st time ByMelissa Hobson published 13 November 24 Deep-sea researchers have discovered a glowing sea slug with a huge hood that helps the creature feed like a Venus fly trap. 
Vampire bats have a really strange way of getting energy, scientists discover after putting them on treadmills ByElise Poore published 12 November 24 Vampire bats rely on amino acids from their blood diet to fuel their exercise, scientists discovered after observing the animals on tiny treadmills. Human Behavior
33 best science books for kids and young adults ByBen Biggs last updated 8 November 24 Looking to inspire the next generation of curious minds? These are our picks of the best popular science books for children of all ages. 
How many weeks are there in a year? ByRichard Pallardy published 3 November 24 We take our timekeeping rules for granted, but the history of these rules is long and complex. 
How many nuclear bombs have been used? BySierra Bouchér published 26 October 24 The first nuclear bomb test, conducted in 1945, set off an international arms race that included nuclear testing. But how many nuclear bombs have been detonated during tests and in active war? Physics & Mathematics
'Gravity waves' from Hurricane Helene seen rippling through the sky in new NASA images ByStephanie Pappas published 9 November 24 Hurricane Helene sent gravity waves rippling through the atmosphere far above the southeastern United States, new NASA images reveal. 
What is the Fibonacci sequence? ByTia Ghose last updated 6 November 24 Almost everything you know about the famous Fibonacci sequence is wrong. 
'Hawking radiation' may be erasing black holes. Watching it happen could reveal new physics. ByAndrey Feldman published 6 November 24 Primordial black holes may be exploding throughout the universe. If we can catch them in the act, it could pave the way to new physics, a study suggests. Chemistry
Scientists just got 1 step closer to creating a 'superheavy' element that is so big, it will add a new row to the periodic table ByHarry Baker published 7 November 24 Scientists have discovered a new way of creating superheavy elements by firing supercharged ion beams at dense atoms. The team believes this method could potentially help synthesize the hypothetical "element 120," which would be heavier than any known element. 
Chemists broke a 100-year-old rule to make extremely unstable molecules BySkyler Ware published 1 November 24 Scientists have just broken a 100-year-old chemistry rule and synthesized a type of 3D, unstable molecule called an anti-Bredt olefin. 
Periodic table of elements quiz: How many elements can you name in 10 minutes? ByAlexander McNamara published 14 October 24 Can you name everything from Ac to Zr? Test your knowledge of the periodic table and see if you can top the leaderboard Tech
How do air purifiers work? ByKerry Taylor-Smith last updated 14 November 24 REFERENCEA device that removes pollutants is an appealing prospect, but how exactly do air purifiers work? REFERENCE
Are air purifiers safe for pets? ByLawrie Jones last updated 14 November 24 REFERENCE Are air purifiers safe to use around our furry friends? REFERENCE
Apple Watch Series 10 now at its lowest-ever price — this Black Friday Apple deal is just too good to miss ByPaul Brett published 12 November 24 DealAmazon has dropped the Apple Watch Series 10 price by $50 and it's also price-matched at Walmart as the Black Friday price wars begin Deal