When COVID-19 arrived, researchers tried to build evolutionary family trees—known as phylogenetic trees—of the virus. These help scientists understand when new virus strains appear and how they are linked to each other. But with millions of genomes to analyze, checking how reliable those trees were proved impossible.
Donald Trump wanted billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman to lead NASA. Then he changed his mind. Then he changed his mind again.
Genomes are key to unlocking life's evolutionary history. The presence and absence of certain genetic sequences and mutations can give us clues to the order in which species diverge. However, even state-of-the-art methods struggle to accurately map evolutionary events from hundreds of millions of years ago.
The connoisseur of low culture delivers a legal drama with little law but plenty of go-for-broke performances.
Neuroscientist Matthew Sacchet is revealing how mastering meditation can not only enable transcendental states of bliss, but also reshape how we experience pain and emotion
Jennifer Lawrence revealed that she is working with Emma Stone and Cole Escola on a new 'Muppets' project.
Nanobodies—tiny proteins derived from animals in the camelid family including camels, llamas, and alpacas—could be useful in treating brain disorders like schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease.
Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt reveals she'd leave Hollywood only if her entire family moved with her. The author prioritizes staying close to parents and siblings.
The AI-powered act known as Xania Monet has become the first artificial intelligence–driven artist to appear on a Billboard radio airplay chart.
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Samuel Howard was sentenced to death in 1983, but the Nevada Supreme Court deemed him ineligible for capital punishment in 2021.
A new study reveals that walking just 3,000 to 7,500 steps daily may delay Alzheimer's cognitive decline by up to seven years for at-risk adults.
The American winger, a vital spark in Milan’s attack this season, has resumed full training ahead of the upcoming Serie A showdown with Parma, sparking hope among fans and relief for his manager. Yet one burning question remains: will he be ready to play?
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University of Washington team uses generative AI tool to create new functional cancer antibodies
The results of inflation we see everywhere. But, while we try to out-race higher prices with speculation, we never know when the crash will come.
Celebrate this year’s batch of winning cookies Dec. 4 at our Cookie Wonderland event, where you can sample them before you bake them.
Experience a guided Sahaja Yoga meditation, enjoy a hilarious Irish farce, and attend a concert without applause.
The Air Force is trying to devote greater resources to “low-risk” conflicts—in other words, opponents without meaningful air defenses.
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Coca-Cola rolled out its 2025 holiday campaign this week, relying heavily on artificial intelligence to do the work of a team of creatives. The company revived its classic red trucks, lighting the way to the holidays, though the shimmering snow, anthropomorphic animals, and twinkling lights did not charm critics.
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Can good things happen? Last night's victory in New York City suggests they can.
Ten years after nations adopted the Paris Agreement, its objectives are in jeopardy amid rising climate pollution and a political backlash against clean energy.
By JM McNab Published: November 05th, 2025
