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In the simulation hypothesis, some scientists believe we could outsmart the simulator—even in the unlikely case we’re just ...

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Now, the kilogram is defined in relation to the Planck constant, the smallest amount of energy a photon can carry. With this ...

Additional research suggests peppermint has antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties that could help ward off ...

Adapted from the Shōnen Jump+ manga series (i.e. Japanese comics) that began its run in 2021, the anime version of Dan Da Dan is a gonzo blend of different genre fare that weaves occult horror, ...

A nearly-extinct Caribbean reptile is showing signs of a comeback following years of conservation efforts. The population of ...

In Jurassic Park, the Chaostician Ian Malcolm (portrayed by Jeff Goldblum) famously utters the phrase “ life finds a way .” While Malcolm’s cryptic warning applies to the fictional dinosaur island ...

While these “mirror cells” could have profound medical implications, a new 299-page report warns that a mirror pathogen could ...

Archaeologists discovered a silver amulet containing an 18-line text showing the oldest known devotion to Christianity north of the Alps. Computer technology helped unravel the mystery of the text ...