Flat Universe Data Doesn't Prove Infinity, Scientists Say
New measurements of ancient light show the cosmos is flat, but that alone cannot settle whether the universe is infinite.
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UK minister: local food systems key to El Niño resilience
Katie White says extreme weather from El Niño threatens global harvests, and argues for decentralised food production over stockpiling.
Scientists ignore bans on AI for peer review, study finds
A new experiment shows researchers secretly use AI tools for paper reviews even when explicitly told not to.
1841 space weather event was actually 1848, study finds
A new analysis corrects a historical record, showing that the earliest known technology disruption by a geomagnetic storm occurred in 1848, not 1841.
Brain-Based Productivity Hacks: What Neuroscience Says
A New Scientist column examines whether neuroscience-backed techniques can truly boost focus and productivity.
Nepal's Late Monsoon Triggers 285 Landslides, 15 Dead
A weekend of heavy rain in Nepal and Sikkim caused widespread slope failures, with the highest concentration in central Nepal.
Monster El Niño Already Breaking Records, Months Before Peak
A powerful El Niño is setting records well before its expected peak, with two main factors driving its unusual strength, according to New Scientist.
Airborne Geophysics Sharpens Groundwater Model Predictions
A new workflow integrates airborne resistivity data with borehole logs to reduce predictive uncertainty in groundwater models.
Zika virus may assemble without protein segment thought essential
New findings challenge a long-standing assumption about Zika virus assembly, potentially reshaping antiviral strategies.
Bottled water boom tied to convenience, access, and ads
A new analysis links the global surge in bottled water purchases to convenience, limited tap water access, and aggressive advertising, raising concerns about plastic waste.
Decoding the Secret Cellular Language Hidden in Plant Leaves
Scientists are working to read the hidden cellular signals in leaves, which may be key to understanding how plants truly grow.
Blood test fails to reliably detect gastric ulcer pain in horses
A new Australian veterinary study finds that a blood test cannot reliably identify pain from gastric ulcers in horses, underscoring the need for better pain detection.
Lifestyle advice matches CBT for depression relief in trial
A new study suggests structured lifestyle guidance—covering sleep, exercise, and mindful eating—works as well as cognitive behavioural therapy for easing depression.
Canadian Musicians Feel Hostility Toward AI and Streaming
New research finds musicians in Canada say generative AI, streaming economics, and venue closures are devaluing their work and shrinking earnings.
Diffractive Solar Sails Could Deflect Asteroids at 100 km/s
A new concept proposes using diffractive solar sails to stop a killer asteroid traveling at up to 100 km/s.
UK Report Calls for Charge on Disposable Cups to Cut Waste
A new report urges the U.K. government to levy a fee on single-use cups, citing low recycling rates and high environmental costs.
Why the remote seafloor matters for the whole Earth system
The seafloor, long shielded by its depth, is now facing human disturbance that could ripple through the Earth system.
Hunting Not Main Driver of Europe's Bird Declines, Study Finds
New research from University College Dublin and IREC indicates that habitat loss and other factors, rather than hunting, are the primary causes of Europe's declining bird populations.