The 7 most exciting cancer stories of 2022January 01, 2023 – Research took intriguing new turns last year, from advances that could speed cancer vaccines to immunotherapy that secured a decade of remission.
Today's 5-year-olds will likely live to 100. What will their lives be like?February 24, 2023 – For children in wealthier nations, 80 will be the new 60. That means a life filled with day-to-day technological advances—and a new way of thinking about school, work, and retirement.
Why our commitment to sound science is more vital than everJune 16, 2020 – The pandemic has sown confusion for readers struggling to make sense of it all. We’re redoubling our efforts to bring you fact-based reporting.
Scientists just mapped Hawaii’s volcanic underbelly in stunning detailDecember 22, 2022 – A groundbreaking seismic study has uncovered a vast web of magma reservoirs some 25 miles beneath Hawaii. "My mind was just blown."
Why daylight saving time exists—at least for nowMarch 10, 2023 – In the U.S., the Sunshine Protection Act made it feel like both sides of the aisle could agree on one thing: changing the clocks is outdated. So why are we still doing it?
A purple moon? See 48 stunning lunar huesJanuary 05, 2023 – After 10 years of taking pictures of full moons, a photographer has captured lunar light in a rainbow of colors.
Redheads aren’t going extinct. Here’s why.January 20, 2023 – Be it ginger, auburn, or strawberry blond, red hair is here to stay, say geneticists.
Colon cancer is rising among young adults. Here are signs to watch for.March 16, 2023 – Genetics, the microbiome, and low screening rates may be factors in the increase, experts say. Here are risk factors for the disease—and the most common symptoms.
Why Tyrannosaurus rex was one of the fiercest predators of all timeSeptember 09, 2020 – Named the “king of the tyrant lizards,” T. rex was built to rule. Find out how these dinosaurs lived, what made them so vicious, and what we’re still learning about them today.
What is the multiverse—and is there any evidence it really exists?March 13, 2023 – Scientists can only see so far before they run into the edge of the universe. Will we ever know if anything lies beyond?
How science will help us find our way to the futureFebruary 13, 2020 – The most ambitious scientific mission may be to inspire humanity to act, says the author, a co-creator of Cosmos.
What are NFTs, and how do they work?January 04, 2023 – From their environmental impact to how grifters are cashing in, here’s what you should know about non-fungible tokens.
Social vs. medical egg freezing: What’s the difference?February 22, 2023 – Here’s what you need to know about the highly personal reasons some people choose to freeze their eggs.
How ‘everywhere chemicals’ help uterine fibroids growJanuary 13, 2023 – Scientists are just beginning to learn how these common tumors in women are linked to phthalates—chemicals found in hundreds of everyday household items and cosmetics.
A new look at the hidden depths of the universeDecember 21, 2022 – The James Webb Space Telescope uses infrared light to peer through interstellar dust, revealing a universe that even scientists find overwhelming: “It just takes your breath away.”
What to know about Ozempic, TikTok’s favorite weight loss drugOctober 21, 2022 – Scientists caution that for weight loss, the diabetes medication’s long-term safety and efficacy aren’t settled. That hasn’t stopped influencers.
