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Stone Age tombs in Scotland reveal 'webs of descent' among male relatives
An analysis of DNA from Stone Age skeletons buried in Scotland reveals how people organized the burial of their dead.
'Oslo patient' likely cured of HIV after getting stem cell transplant from his brother, who is genetically resistant to the virus
A man known as the "Oslo patient" joins a short list of people in long-term remission from HIV following bone marrow transplants.
Antiseptic-tolerant germs spread through the air in hospitals, early study hints
Trace amounts of antiseptic chemicals in hospital rooms may be driving tolerance and resistance in bacteria, a study finds.
Homo erectus' tools include stunning geodes and fossils, possibly as a way to connect with the cosmos, study finds
Homo erectus may have deliberately selected rocks embedded with fossils and crystals to craft their hand axes — possibly to serve as mediators between humans and the cosmos.
Physicists entangle two moving atoms for the first time, validating 'spooky' quantum theory
For the first time, scientists have observed quantum entanglement in the momentum of massive particles. The result, decades in the making, could help physicists probe the relationship between quantum mechanics and gravity.
'I have not processed what we just did': Artemis II astronauts share all in first news conference since splashdown
The Artemis II crew have spoken publicly for the first time since their return to Earth.
Sperm quality is at its peak in the summer, study finds
Seasonal shifts in behavior — not temperature — may subtly influence sperm motility. Whether this variation in sperm quality influences fertility remains to be seen.
Scientists are trying to build a vaccine that works against almost any respiratory pathogen — here's how close they are.
A nasal spray in mice boosted lung immunity against viruses, bacteria and allergens — but a truly universal vaccine is still years away.
Ancient Egyptian stone monument depicting a Roman emperor as a pharaoh discovered in Luxor
A stone slab depicting the Roman emperor Tiberius was found during restoration work at the Karnak temple complex in Luxor.
AI for breakup texts? How 'sycophantic' chatbots are messing with our ability to handle difficult social situations.
Overly agreeable AI responses to interpersonal issues could mess with human moral perspectives.
Artemis II splashes down, the kākāpō bounces back, the Shroud of Turin gets weirder, and a functional cure for type 1 diabetes
Science news this week April 11, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
10 Artemis II photos that define humanity's return to the moon
From spectacular views of Earth to a unique total solar eclipse, Artemis II's most breathtaking images tell the story of humanity's return to deep space after more than 50 years.
'I'm at a loss for words': Artemis II mission comes home to joy and cheers after historic 10-day mission
NASA's 10-day moon mission has officially ended with a "bullseye landing"
'Welcome home, Integrity': Artemis II crew return to Earth after 'bullseye landing' caps historic moon mission
Live Blog The Artemis II crew have safely landed in the Pacific Ocean after a historic flight around the moon. Take a look back at our live blog's launch coverage from the hours and seconds until splashdown.
There are 'reasons to be confident' about faulty Artemis II heat shield ahead of 25,000 mph reentry, space expert Ed Macaulay says
NASA's Artemis II heat shield is about to face its ultimate test as the Orion crew prepares for reentry. Physics and data science lecturer Ed Macaulay tells Live Science reasons to be confident ahead of today's historic splashdown.
The moon is green and brown? Why scientists are already excited about Artemis II's historic lunar photos
As Earth reels at the beauty of Artemis II's historic lunar flyby photos, geologists working on the mission are excited for big insights about the moon.
'More questions than answers': Experts baffled by Alaskan mammal-eating orcas spotted near Seattle
Three orcas from Alaska surfaced in the waters between Washington state and Canada in March, an area where they've never been documented.
Changing 'just one DNA letter' in female mice triggers growth of male genitalia
Scientists discovered that making a very small change to female mice's DNA caused them to develop male reproductive organs.
