A team of Spanish researchers has dated the bone of the oldest domesticated dog. It turns out that humans have been befriending their canine companions for over 17,000 years. This…
The team of researchers behind the time-tracking software DeskTime (based in Riga, Latvia) believes that most of us are not organizing our days effectively. They assert that the key to…
Most people take a shower at least once a day without giving much thought to the order of this hygiene routine. However, it turns out that many of us are…
For many busy individuals, lounging in bed while binge-watching shows or reading is an enticing prospect. Now, the European Space Agency (ESA) is sweetening the deal by offering €5,000 for…
In March 2025, the global population reached 8.21 billion people. However, Finnish scientists claim that our “blue planet” is actually much more densely populated than we previously thought. A new…
As Christmas approaches, are you wondering how to avoid the elaborate boxes and bows for your gifts? Recent research from Chinese scientists suggests you’re on the right track. From now…
German researchers have developed two machine learning algorithms that can easily determine the country of origin of various types of whiskey and analyze the aromas of these beverages. As is…
According to researchers from the University of Constance in Germany, the most attractive women possess a pronounced S-shaped curve from their bust to their hips. This may explain why curvy…
The Ig Nobel Prize, a parody award with a twist, gets its name from a caricature of Alfred Nobel on its medal, featuring an elongated nose—hence the term “shnobel.” The…
Researchers from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have challenged a widely held belief in academic circles that men’s superior spatial orientation skills are rooted in evolution. According to the…
After reading this news, cat owners are unlikely to give up the company of their furry friends. However, a new study by Australian researchers has revealed a potential link between…
Recently, there has been growing concern about the potential dangers of internet technologies and mobile phones on mental health. This prompted researchers to conduct a study involving two million participants…
A team from Arizona State University has dedicated its latest research to marital satisfaction. The researchers focused on two categories of couples: those who found love through dating apps and…
Facebook is often described as a social network that can be detrimental to mental health. This perception is frequently based on the idea that the app fosters feelings of envy…
Researchers conducted an experiment with 72 students who completed tasks and two exhausting math tests on their own. The results are impressive: five-minute breaks more than doubled efficiency and productivity.…
It turns out that the most babies are born in September and July, while November, December, and January see the fewest birthdays celebrated around the globe. An international team of…
Experiments conducted on common fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) have provided intriguing insights. A team of researchers from the University of Michigan (USA) suggested that the findings from their study could…
According to researchers from the University of Cambridge and the University of Sydney, consuming alcoholic beverages in small or moderate amounts may reduce inflammation in the body. However, the team…
Researchers from Harvard University (USA) conducted a large-scale study involving 3,100 American adults aged 18 to 55. The results of the recognition experiments they participated in surprised the scientists. Facial…
Researchers from the University of Southampton (UK), Queen’s University (Canada), and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have provided fresh evidence regarding the Little Ice Age of late antiquity—a significant climate…
Biodegradable bags are often marketed as a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional plastic bags. However, a new study has raised doubts about this claim. Researchers from Southeast University in…
Chatbots Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly accessible way to obtain answers and advice. Large language models are being consulted even though they are known for their racial and gender…
A British team is planning to build an incredibly ambitious underwater scientific environment called Sentinel. According to the creators’ vision, it will function similarly to the International Space Station –…
Ötzi, or the Iceman, is the most famous ice mummy in the world, dating back to the late Neolithic period. However, recent research has revealed that the Ice Man…
Climate change is causing many unpleasant and sometimes unexpected effects. As experts note, strong turbulence is increasing alongside global warming. British scientists have found that since 1979, it has risen…
Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) has begun developing a prototype of its own lunar rover for scientific research on the Moon. The unmanned vehicle, which will operate on solar energy, will…