Scientists found powerful bitter compounds in a mushroom, revealing new insights into how our bodies sense bitterness.

Ice Age hearths reveal how early humans mastered fire for warmth, cooking, toolmaking, and survival in extreme environments.

Researchers mapped 84,000 neurons in a mouse brain after it watched video clips. The 3D map links structure and activity.

A new idea about cosmic expansion has emerged that might remove the need for dark matter and dark energy altogether.

Recent findings suggest that light pollution can affect lakes including producing toxic algae and altering carbon cycling.

Scientists propose a new way to predict animal movements in a changing world, aiding conservation and policy efforts.

Interestingly, studies show that successful weight loss interventions sometimes reduce daytime drowsiness. This suggests that improving your overall health can have a powerful effect on sleep quality.

Microplastics might cause premature aging. New research suggests these small particles negatively impact cellular health.

Bird nests use long, stiff rods that interlock through friction and shape. Vibration strengthens the structure.

Sauerkraut strengthens the gut barrier and reduces damage from inflammation. Fermentation produces helpful molecules.

Crows can recognize geometric patterns, suggesting that humans aren't unique in understanding shape structure.

Microplastics have been found in all major European rivers, highlighting urgent concerns about pollution and plastic production.