Star Factory Messier 17
Sculpted by stellar winds and radiation, the star factory known as Messier 17 lies some 5,500 light-years away […]
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Seductive Bass Tones Enough to Seal the Deal in Some ...
By JAMES GORMAN A study of howler monkeys finds that to gain a mating advantage, species evolved either […]
Cars’ Voice-Activated Systems Distract Drivers, Study Finds
By MATT RICHTEL The research shows that the technology can be a powerful distraction, and a lingering one. […]
In Ancient DNA, Evidence of Plague Much Earlier Than Previously ...
By CARL ZIMMER A new study suggests that Yersinia pestis, which causes plague, infected people as long as […]
Tracking Temperature
By Unknown Author 2015 will almost certainly be the warmest year in recorded history. Published: October 22, 2015 […]
New Species of Galápagos Tortoise Is Identified
By PAM BELLUCK About 250 members of the species live on the island of Santa Cruz, and genetic […]
The Fractured North Pole of Saturns Enceladus
The north pole of Saturn’s moon Enceladus is unexpectedly fascinating and complex. Previous to the latest flyby of […]
Quantum Theory Experiment Said to Prove ‘Spooky’ Interactions
By JOHN MARKOFF A study in the Netherlands backs up a long-held claim of quantum theory, one that […]
2015 Likely to Be Hottest Year Ever Recorded
By JUSTIN GILLIS The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said that 2015 is on track to be the […]
Serious Human In Utero Infection Is Found in Rhesus Monkeys
By SINDYA N. BHANOO The first nonhuman finding of cytomegalovirus could help scientists develop a vaccine to protect […]