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6 species that scientists got wrongThe definition of a species is surprisingly unsettled, and the classifications of some of the best-known animals have come under scrutiny.
By Amanda Heidt Published
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NASA's most wanted: The 5 most dangerous asteroids to EarthWhat is the most dangerous asteroid, how probable is an impact, and how much destructive power would a collision with Earth have? Here are 5 big space rocks that NASA is watching closely.
By Robert Lea Last updated
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32 sci-fi technology predictions that came trueFrom flying cars and railguns to smartphones and jetpacks — what was once sci-fi can now be found in the real world.
By Roland Moore-Colyer Published
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32 times artificial intelligence got it catastrophically wrongFrom chatbots giving truly terrible medical advice to facial recognition software incorrectly flagging members of congress as criminals, here are some of the most catastrophic mistakes artificial intelligence has ever made.
By John Loeppky Published
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5 space discoveries that scientists are struggling to explainFrom "runaway" black holes shooting across the cosmos to secret planets in our own backyard, space is overrun with mysterious objects that scientists are clamoring to explain. Here are five of the strangest sights in the universe, as well as their possible origins.
By Brandon Specktor Published
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8 strange objects that could be hiding in the outer solar systemThe outer solar system is a vast and mysterious place that could be harboring hidden objects we know almost nothing about — from the elusive Planet Nine and baby black holes to interstellar visitors and "planet killer" asteroids.
By Harry Baker Published
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32 haunting shipwrecks from the ancient worldShipwrecks can reveal information about traded goods and even which rituals people partook in centuries ago. Here's a look at shipwrecks from ancient times found around the world.
By Owen Jarus Published
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32 stunning photos of auroras seen from spaceAuroras (also called the northern and southern lights) are visible from the ground after powerful solar storms, but these natural light shows look even more majestic from above. Here are 32 spectacular photos of auroras taken from space.
By Brandon Specktor Published
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22 jobs artificial general intelligence (AGI) may replace — and 10 jobs it could createArtificial Intelligence (AI) is set to improve the world for many — but others may lose out.
By Mike Moore Published
