NASA's Parker Solar Probe spots powerful magnetic explosion aimed at the sun's surface
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has directly observed a powerful magnetic explosion in the sun's corona that could help us predict geomagnetic storms on Earth.
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Health
'Rubber paw illusion': Mice can 'sense' artificial limbs, just as humans do
Scientists have introduced a new laboratory model that could help them study how artificial limbs can be better designed.
Animals
Pacific spiny lumpsucker: The adorable little fish with a weird suction cup resembling human teeth
Pacific spiny lumpsuckers are wee, coastal fish that look a bit like concerned strawberries, have a fluorescent glow and pack some serious body armor.
Which animal has the best sense of smell?
There are multiple contenders for the title of best smeller, but no clear winner just yet.
Watch 'superorganism' created by tiny worms — the first time it's ever been spotted in the wild
The bizarre behavior had previously been observed in experimental settings and was thought to be a competitive attempt to escape from the rest of the group. But new research suggests a more cooperative motivation.
Human Behavior
Your moral compass is tied to how in tune you are with your body, study hints
A recent study draws a connection between people's bodily awareness and how they find solutions to moral dilemmas.
Physics & Mathematics
'Alien's language' problem that stumped mathematicians for decades may finally be close to a solution
The Inter-universal Teichmüller Theory, an infamous proof that has confounded mathematicians for over a decade, has been partially solved.
Chemistry
Scientists create ultra-tough copper alloy that is stronger than steel and can withstand temperatures of 1500 F
The new super-strong copper alloy can be used to build better airplanes and spacecraft.
