Polarized Mirages
Insects and other animals may mistake shiny, hard surfaces for water, disrupting their life cycle.
Racism Tolerance
People are more likely to oppose racism in theory than in practice.
Dolphin Voiceprints
New technology turns dolphin sounds into 3-D images.
Feather Fabric Roundup
Chicken feathers could be processed into a soft, wearable fabric.
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C02 in Space
Astronomers have detected carbon dioxide on a planet outside our solar system for the first time.
Facial Expressions
Our facial expressions are likely hard-wired, not learned.
Elderly Video Gamers
Playing a strategic video game may help seniors keep their brains sharp.
Berry Roundup
Scientists are discovering the compounds in colorful fruit that help fight cancer and heart disease.