Science & Breakthroughs
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The case for eating blueberries every day, according to a nutritionist
Eating blueberries daily can be an affordable and easy way to boost your health, with minimal preparation required. A standard serving size …
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Baltimore reimagines what 911 can do, with $400 million to back it up
Baltimore is launching a new initiative to reimagine the role of 911 services, with $400 million in funding. The aim is to provide non-emerg…
NASA Breaking News
NASA Invites Media to Turkey Artemis Accords Signing Ceremony
The Turkish government will sign the Artemis Accords at NASA Headquarters in Washington on August 31st. This event marks Turkey's status as …
NASA Breaking News
Civil Servants Sworn in at NASA Ames
A large group of civil servants were sworn-in at NASA's Ames Research Center in California, marking the largest swearing-in ceremony ever he…
NASA Breaking News
9 Things to Know About NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
NASA's new telescope is scheduled for launch on August 30th after being encased in protective shielding. The space agency has released key f…
NASA Breaking News
NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim Departs Agency to Continue Military Service
Astronaut Jonny Kim is leaving NASA after nearly a decade of service, including an eight-month stint on the International Space Station. He …
NASA Breaking News
APOD: 2026 August 27 - Colorful Aurora over an Icelandic Waterfall
A beautiful photo of an aurora displayed vibrant colors in the night sky above an Icelandic waterfall called Skógafoss. The image features a…
NASA Breaking News
Rare, Widespread Snow in the Atacama Desert
Unusually heavy snowfall has covered a large area of the Atacama Desert. The rare weather event has left a significant blanket of white on t…
BBC News Science
How to watch the partial lunar eclipse from Northern Ireland
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Your dislike of eating bugs may be 9,000 years old
Ancient human teeth and DNA suggest that people in northern Eurasia only occasionally ate insects, whereas Neanderthals may have eaten them …
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“I jumped from my chair” - Astronomers spot Betelgeuse’s hidden companion
Astronomers have finally captured a clear image of a long-suspected companion to the star Betelgeuse, marking a major breakthrough in unders…
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A mysterious cosmic hum may come from 13-billion-year-old dark stars
Scientists have discovered that a mysterious hum in space may be linked to ancient stars that formed billions of years ago. The hum is thoug…
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324-million-year-old fossil reveals how insects conquered land
Fossils of a 324 million year old insect show that it took a gradual transition from water to land for insects to evolve. The fossil reveals…
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Scientists switch on a strange new form of magnetism in an ultrathin material
Researchers have discovered a new way to make an ultrathin material exhibit unusual magnetism. This was achieved by placing the material und…
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Scientists may have finally caught “empty” space changing light
Scientists have discovered a type of star with an extremely strong magnetic field that may be changing the way light behaves in what was pre…
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Scientists discover a brain “brake” that can shut down chronic pain
Researchers have found a way to stop chronic pain in mice by targeting a specific brain circuit that controls pain transmission. This discov…
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Evolution favors flatter paths when fitness outcomes are equal, study finds
A new study found that when an animal has multiple options to evolve and they are all equally beneficial, it will follow a specific path ins…
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Boosting soybean protein: Zinc and sulfur essential in sustainable crop production
Soybeans are an essential part of the global food supply due to their high protein content and widespread use in both animal feed and human …
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Primed and ready to fight, a nematode pheromone arms plants to battle pathogens
Plants can be protected from disease-causing pathogens with the help of a nematode pheromone. This discovery could potentially reduce crop l…
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Specific cover crops may help attract insects that target harmful pests
Researchers have found that certain cover crops may help attract beneficial insects that prey on pests. The study suggests these plants can …
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Discovery reveals rapid pathways to complex aromatic molecules in space
Scientists have found a new explanation for how complex organic molecules form quickly in space. This discovery could provide insight into h…
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Molecular makeover brightens organic light near 1,000 nanometers
Scientists have developed a new way to make organic light-emitting diodes that emit light near 1,000 nanometers. This breakthrough is signif…
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Study reveals inter-city collaboration on emission reduction boosts sustainability performance
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Mixture of traditional edible plants inhibits fungus growth in corn, study shows
A recent study found that combining traditional edible plants with corn is effective at preventing fungus growth. This method could help red…
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Texas fossil reveals early insects kept aquatic limbs during move onto land
A fossil found in Texas has provided evidence that ancient insects developed aquatic limbs when transitioning from water to land. This adapt…
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ASTRID traces 13.5 billion years of black hole and galaxy evolution
Scientists have new data on the history of black holes and galaxies that spans billions of years. The information comes from instruments lik…
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Fast but error-prone AI assists in solving a decades-old fluid mechanics problem in five weeks
Researchers at University of Colorado Boulder used an AI assistant to solve a decades-old fluid mechanics problem in just five weeks. The so…
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Parental care can influence evolution, beetle experiments show
Researchers studied how parental care has evolved over time and found that parents don't just feed their young but also create an optimal en…
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Transforming polyamide microplastics into light-emitting carbon quantum dots for UV-blocking food packaging
Researchers have found a way to convert polyamide microplastics into light-emitting carbon quantum dots. These dots can be used for UV-block…
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For decades, researchers chased a breakthrough. Now it has finally arrived - Cleveland.com
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Yuri Milner’s Breakthrough Junior Challenge Just Funded a Science Lab in Quito - The London Economic
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WHO renews Science Council as AI, gene editing and emerging technologies reshape global health - The Economic Times
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Physicists Just Directly Imaged The Quantum Fluctuations of Empty Space - ScienceAlert
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International body honors UC Santa Cruz physicist with Frontiers of Science Award - UC Santa Cruz - News
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Bonnie Bassler receives top Royal Society honor for seminal research in quorum sensing - Princeton University
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Exclusive: Marathon Fusion Achieves Reactor Fuel Breakthrough - Heatmap News
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"Incredible": World-first: Wits univeristy team makes history in science field - Briefly News
ZME Science
These Neanderthal Tools Looked So Ordinary Archaeologists Almost Missed Them
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Scientists May Have Solved the Mystery of Enceladus’s Giant Tiger Stripes
Researchers think they have found an explanation for the strange patterns on Enceladus's surface, which resemble tiger stripes. These patter…
ZME Science
Ramanujan’s Genius π Formulas From a Century Ago Might Help Explain the Deepest Secrets of the Universe
Ars Technica Science
Why did 1,000 world citizens bury their underpants?
1,000 people participated in a global project where they buried their underpants to study soil health in various countries. The experiment s…
Ars Technica Science
Traders brought Central American cacao to Georgia 1,000 years ago
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RNA breakthrough provides hope for thousands of untreatable diseases - University of Toronto
RNA breakthrough provides hope for thousands of untreatable diseases University of Toronto
Health
BBC News Health
Vaping best way to quit smoking, new study finds
Researchers have analyzed a large number of studies and concluded that vaping with nicotine is a highly effective way to quit smoking. This …
Reuters Oddly Enough
US FDA approves updated COVID vaccines for 2026-27 season - Reuters
ScienceDaily Top News
Smart nanoparticles light up brain cancer and destroy what surgery misses
Researchers have developed tiny particles that can both highlight and eliminate brain cancer cells during surgery. These nanoparticles were …
Phys.org Latest
Hitting bacteria hard and early with diverse phage cocktails may curb resistance
Researchers have been looking at using viruses called phages that target bacteria for a potential new treatment option. Studies show that th…
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FDA Approves Breakthrough Pancreatic Cancer Drug - An Oncologist Explains How Daraxonrasib Nearly Doubles Survival - University of Colorado Anschutz
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WHO appoints 21 leading scientists to Science Council to help shape future health breakthroughs - World Health Organization (WHO)
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“We’ve never seen a benefit like this,” said Anna Berkenblit, the chief scientific and medical officer at the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. - facebook.com
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Universiti Malaya’s Nirmala Appointed To WHO Science Council - CodeBlue
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FDA approves breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug that nearly doubles survival - El Cronista
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WHO renews Science Council to guide health policy on emerging technologies - Channel Africa
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Why Revolution Medicines, the Drugmaker Behind a Pancreatic Cancer Breakthrough, Stayed Independent - WSJ
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Massachusetts just showed the nation how to protect PrEP - GLAD Law
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The Global Brain Care Coalition: A Model to Put Brain Science into Action - Milken Institute
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FDA approves breakthrough cancer drug months ahead of schedule: ‘Unprecedented results’ - MassLive.com
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New Drug Approved by F.D.A. for Pancreatic Cancer Could Be First of Many - The New York Times
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FDA Approves Breakthrough Pancreatic Cancer Pill That Nearly Doubles Survival Time In Studies - Yahoo
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Pancreatic cancer breakthrough? New FDA-approved drug sparks hope - WION
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FDA Grants Expedited Approval for Daraxonrasib, a Breakthrough Pancreatic Cancer Therapy - streamlinefeed.co.ke
ZME Science
A Common Vaccine May Protect the Heart for Years After the Shot
Wired Science
Best Posture Correctors for Better Body Alignment (2026)
People who spend long periods of time sitting are being advised on ways to improve their posture. This includes using gadgets such as postur…
Environment & Climate
Reasons to Be Cheerful
Want to See a Tiger? Let These Women Be Your Guides
Women in khaki uniforms are leading tourists on safari rides through the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve in India, surprising visitors with the…
BBC News Science
Food waste processing is 'worth the extra effort'
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Atlantic Sturgeon In Maryland: What Residents Should Know - The BayNet
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August’s positive climate news: New solar records and Porto’s free public transport - Ecotricity
Kindness & Community
Good News Network
5 US Cities Hire Robot Called ‘Dax’ to Help Survey and Repair Sidewalks - Kids Love Him
Five US cities have hired a robot called Dax to help inspect and repair sidewalks. The robot is white and short, and has been spotted on cit…
Good News Network
Man Saves Baby Otter with CPR: ‘A life’s a life, no matter what it is’
A man saved three baby otters after being informed of their need by his neighbor. The rescue took place in Alert Bay, British Columbia. He u…
Good News Network
Pakistan Combines River Dolphin Sanctuaries Along the Indus River, Protecting 250 Miles of Habitat
Good News Network
‘Wood Foam’ Startup Uses Logging Waste as Substitute for Plastic, Producing 400 Pounds Daily
The University of British Columbia has developed a material called "wood foam" made from logging waste that can replace plastic in packaging…
Good News Network
Good News in History, August 27
Celebrated travel writer William Least Heat-Moon is marking his 87th birthday. His debut novel Blue Highways recounts a three-month road tri…
Positive News
Life after: oil
BBC News Science
France relaxes strict cheese-making rules after prolonged drought
The French government has relaxed its rules for cheese-making due to drought conditions. Cheese producers can now graze their herds in less …
Phys.org Latest
People with more mobility in the labor market experience less discrimination
Workers who have the ability to switch jobs tend to experience less workplace discrimination. Job mobility acts as a motivator for employers…
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Groundbreaking literacy program triples rate of progress among struggling young readers
A literacy expert has conducted a large reading intervention program at the University of Alberta, resulting in significantly improved progr…
NPR Goats and Soda
After an unexpected loss, a young woman received support from a stranger
A young woman living abroad received unexpected news of her mother's passing and was helped by a stranger to get back home for the funeral. …
NPR Goats and Soda
Big Thief offers a glimpse at the power and wonder of creation
The indie band Big Thief performed at surprise shows in Nashville with an all-star crew of collaborators. They played music from their upcom…
NPR Goats and Soda
Dolly Parton contained multitudes. We're looking back on these beloved performances
NPR critics are sharing their favorite memories of Dolly Parton's performances, including a notable duet and some classic country collaborat…
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The Work of Kindness - SRQ Magazine
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Orono senior citizens ride ‘Kindness Kruise’ surprising local departments with gifts - WABI
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WWII Coast Guard hero Forrest O. Rednour to be honored in his southern Illinois hometown - KFVS12
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Community Hero: Gresham volunteer leads with ‘boots on the ground’ approach - Estacada News
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Operation Hero's Hill opens to dozens of veterans experiencing homelessness - WBIR
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Remembering Roy Drinkard: Community members recall the man who helped shape Cullman - The Cullman Tribune
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From Somalia to Humboldt: Gunnery Sergeant Tim Woolley Named August’s Humboldt Hero - Redheaded Blackbelt
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Hometown Hero volunteers to provide meals for others - WYTV
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Bengaluru Auto Driver Becomes Internet Hero After ‘Towing’ a Stranger’s Broken Scooter With His Foot - Open Magazine
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Mum honoured by BBC’s The One Show for charity work in memory of daughter - Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce
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Retired teacher named FCHO's August Hidden Hero - Not Really Here Group
ZME Science
Dolly Parton Was a Music Legend, But She Helped Science in Ways Most Fans Never Knew About
Dolly Parton made significant contributions to various fields beyond her music career. She supported research in multiple areas, including v…
Underdog Wins
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Breakthrough for first-generation students - Santa Fe New Mexican
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Underdog Calhoun County breaks 16-year losing streak against Pelham - Georgia Public Broadcasting
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Buffalo Gap football embracing underdog mentality against Broadway | High School | dnronline.com - dnronline.com
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Tanner DeFabis: The USF Pro underdog balancing racing and data engineering - Feeder Series
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Huskies embrace underdog role ahead of 2026 season - My Hudson Valley
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Inside Quinn Gray's FAMU football restoration against all odds - Tallahassee Democrat
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Report: East Carolina names Mitch Griffis starting QB - Underdog Dynasty
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Making the case for underdog Dolphins as sneaky Week 1 survivor pick - Sportsnet.ca
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Eala: From underdog to phenom - Philstar.com
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Underdog local golfer dazzles in PNG Open first round - CODE Sports
Tech for Good
Reuters Oddly Enough
Google agrees to settle UK app developers' lawsuit for $353 million - Reuters
ScienceDaily Top News
AI searched 100 million possibilities and found a cheaper way to 3D-print a NASA rocket alloy
Researchers used artificial intelligence to find cost-effective ways to 3D-print a high-performance alloy used in NASA rockets. The AI searc…
ScienceDaily Top News
NASA just used satellites and debris to navigate without GPS
NASA has developed a navigation system that uses satellites and debris to find its way without GPS signals. This new technology was tested s…
Phys.org Latest
AI model designs potentially stable protein sequences beyond those found in nature
An artificial intelligence model has generated sequences of amino acids that could create stable proteins not found in nature. These protein…
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MOF-coated catalyst converts CO₂ to CO nearly five times faster under ultrasonic vibration
Scientists at the University of Osaka have created a new catalyst that rapidly converts carbon dioxide into a useful chemical. The catalyst …
MIT Technology Review
A startup claims it’s found a drug to make your blood young
A startup called Generation Lab has developed a treatment using two existing drugs that claims to restore youthful qualities to the blood. T…
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Laser internet breakthrough sees scientists hit 98% fidelity over hundreds of meters - magnetic 'skyrmions' shield data from distortion in alternative to fiber-optic cables - TechRadar
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AI Claude Now Controls Lab Machines - Anthropic Breakthrough - Briefs Finance
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Forged by fire, frozen for fuel: Thermal shock advances green energy - Tech Xplore
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World’s first AI-assisted brain surgery patient has tumour removed - The News International
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The AI Breakthrough That Will Change Everything (Google DeepMind CEO Interview) Bobby Witt Jr (ViZTFegbHJ) - Mshale
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Battelle Advances Biothreat Detection with Novel Spray-Based Technology Developed for Defense Applications - BioSpace
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IQVIA Wins Multiple Industry Awards for AI and Technology Innovation Across Life Sciences and Healthcare - Business Wire
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Five Years: The Chronicle of a City's Breakthrough in the Power Battery Industry - 36 Kr
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Graphene Growth Breakthrough Boosts Recycling - Mirage News
ZME Science
Trains in Switzerland Are Now Running Over Solar Panels in a First-of-Its-Kind Test
Wired Science
A Judge Has Blocked the Pentagon’s Attempt to Blacklist Anthropic
A federal judge has blocked the Pentagon's move to label AI company Anthropic a national security risk. The judge deemed this decision "ille…
Wired Science
Labor Day 2026 Deals Got Me a Complete Starter Tool Kit for Under $375
A complete starter tool kit is available for under $375 during Labor Day 2026 sales, which include deals on various power tools. The toolkit…
Wired Science
Stop Touching Your Keyboard. Use This AI-Powered Microphone Instead
A new device called The Relay Q will allow people to communicate with computers using their voices instead of typing on a keyboard. It is se…
Wired Science
TopResume Packages: Everything You Need to Get Hired
TopResume offers a free review service and a trial of its Career Services Platform to help job seekers. The company is providing these resou…
