
In the Language of Genes: What Ancient DNA Reveals About Neanderthals and Us
New genetic research suggests interbreeding between Neanderthals and early humans may have occurred more often between male Neanderthals and human females.

New genetic research suggests interbreeding between Neanderthals and early humans may have occurred more often between male Neanderthals and human females.

Astronomers arrived to find 800,000 overnight alerts from a sky survey observatory detecting changes across the cosmos. The surge reflects advances in wide-field imaging and AI-powered analysis, revealing a dynamic and constantly shifting universe.

NASA’s ESCAPADE mission will send two small spacecraft to Mars to study how solar wind and space weather shape the planet’s atmosphere and magnetic environment.

New genetic research suggests mosquitoes evolved a preference for early hominins far earlier than thought, revealing a deep evolutionary link predating agriculture.

A new cellular atlas maps how aging alters gene expression across mammalian tissues, offering a detailed reference for understanding age-related biological changes and disease risk.

NASA confirmed that astronaut Mike Fincke returned early from the ISS due to illness. Officials say safety protocols were followed and station operations continue normally.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope captured detailed infrared images of the “Exposed Cranium Nebula,” revealing new insights into stellar death and planetary nebula formation.

The U.S. Space Force has paused some national security launches on ULA’s Vulcan rocket after a booster-related glitch, pending further technical review and corrective steps.

New research suggests plant hormone therapy could help crops resist disease without reducing yield, offering a potential sustainable alternative to traditional pesticides.

Research shows humans and animals process visual information at different speeds, meaning some species perceive motion and time far more rapidly than we do.

Six planets — Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus — align in a rare celestial parade visible from the northern hemisphere this week, offering a spectacular night sky show.

Scientists are mapping complex molecules in the Milky Way’s Central Molecular Zone, revealing how extreme galactic conditions shape astrochemistry and influence star formation.

Australians will receive a nationwide mobile alert in July as part of a government trial to test and improve the country’s emergency notification system.

NASA says a rare planetary alignment will soon be visible, with five planets appearing in a line. The event offers skywatchers a chance to observe multiple worlds at once.

Antarctica has recorded its fastest glacier collapse, with ice breaking apart in days. Scientists say warming oceans and surface melting likely accelerated the rapid disintegration

SpaceX’s Dragon cargo capsule undocked from the ISS after completing a historic orbital reboost maneuver, adding new flexibility to station operations before heading for splashdown.

The U.S. Space Force has paused national security launches on the Vulcan rocket pending further review, emphasizing mission assurance and technical evaluation.

San Diego skies will host a rare planetary parade followed by a total lunar eclipse, both visible to the naked eye under clear conditions.

NASA teams have begun repairs for the Artemis II mission inside the Vehicle Assembly Building, preparing the crewed lunar flight for its next stage of readiness.

The tree bumblebee, one of the first species to emerge in spring, awakens hungry from winter dormancy, seeking early blossoms to fuel new colonies.

A young gray seal pup wandered onto a Jersey Shore street, prompting a temporary road closure before marine rescue teams safely transported it for evaluation.

DNA reveals that ancient humans and Neanderthals interbred, with evidence suggesting a recurring pattern of male Neanderthals mating with female modern humans, leaving traces in our genomes.

DNA evidence shows that ancient interbreeding between Neanderthals and modern humans was predominantly between male Neanderthals and female Homo sapiens, shaping genetic legacies.

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory sent 800,000 alerts in one night — a milestone in real-time sky monitoring that marks a new era of dynamic astronomical discovery and collaboration.