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The 10 biggest science experiments on EarthFrom a telescope network that spans much of the globe to a psychology study that spans 67 countries, here are the biggest science experiments on the planet.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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The biggest health news of 2024, from bird flu to CRISPRHealth channel editor Nicoletta Lanese looks back on some of our standout health stories from 2024.
By Nicoletta Lanese Published
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15 stunning nature photos from 2024Collected from some of the best-known photography competitions around the world, here are the most captivating nature photos of 2024.
By Elise Poore Published
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3 Christmas traditions that may have pagan roots, and 4 that (probably) don'tSome Christmas traditions mirror pre-Christian festivities, but some pagan influences may have been overstated.
By Tom Metcalfe Published
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10 fascinating discoveries about Neanderthals in 2024, from 'Thorin' the last Neanderthal to an ancient glue factoryThis year, we learned that our Neanderthal cousins were a lot like us, despite treading their own path that ended in extinction.
By Kristina Killgrove Published
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9 of the most 'genetically isolated' human populations in the worldGeographical barriers and cultural differences can prevent people from mingling with their neighbors, leading to genetic isolation — and the phenomenon is more common than most people think.
By Kristina Killgrove Published
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22 inventions that changed the worldFrom the wheel 5,500 years ago to the birth control pill, these 20 inventions had huge ramifications and have helped humans shape the world around us.
By Natalie Wolchover Last updated
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Body parts grown in the labIn recent years, scientists have successfully grown a range of miniature organs and human body parts in the lab.
By Mindy Weisberger Last updated
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12 strange reasons humans haven't found alien life yetScientists have been searching for evidence of extraterrestrial life for decades. So, where are all the aliens? Here are 12 intriguing theories ...
By Brandon Specktor Published
