Why You Should Care About Cascading Bank Failures
In today’s interconnected world, financial systems are more intertwined than ever before. Imagine a line of dominoes standing in a row. If one domino falls, it can trigger a chain… Read More
The Mystery of the Terror Birds
Imagine standing on the wind-swept plains of South America millions of years ago. Suddenly, a massive, flightless bird, taller than a human and built like a predatory tank, comes into… Read More
Should We Protect Horses from Competition Stress with Medication?
Author’s note: This post also appeared on our sister site, This Week in Pet Health. Head on over there for the latest in science-based news on animal welfare! Horses and… Read More
How a Tiny Protein Could Revolutionize Environmental Cleanup
When you think of pollution, what comes to mind? Probably images of smog-choked cities, littered beaches, or perhaps oil spills. But there’s a class of pollutants that’s even more insidious—per-… Read More
The Late-Night Bite: How Meal Timing Affects Your Sleep
We’ve all been there—those nights when you grab a late-night snack, thinking it’s no big deal. But what if I told you that this seemingly innocent habit could be messing… Read More
The Silent Erosion: How Hate Speech Numbs Our Empathy
Imagine this: You’re scrolling through social media and come across a comment section where hateful remarks fly like daggers. You brush it off, maybe even roll your eyes, thinking, “It’s… Read More
Next Week in Science, August 23, 2024
Here’s what we have on tap for next week. Seems pretty normal, right? Wait….music and coitus? Unlock Science Secrets: Discover revolutionary research and innovative discoveries with ‘This Week in Science’!… Read More
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DSM BE GONE!
When you think of mental health, terms like depression, anxiety, or PTSD might come to mind. These are diagnoses many of us are familiar with, often based on what’s known… Read More
Venomless Spiders?
Imagine you’re a spider (if you’re a nut), perched delicately in your web, waiting for a meal to stumble into your silken trap. Now, picture yourself without one of the… Read More