Science

“The Russians and the Chinese are demonstrating more sophisticated orbital maneuvering abilities. There’s no denying that,”

For decades, the world has ranked nations by how competitive their industries are, but the measure used may be flawed. A new research project led by the University of Surrey suggests that the standard United Nations index used to judge…

A massive Veterans Affairs study has confirmed that nicotinamide may offer real protection against skin cancer. Patients who took the vitamin B3 derivative saw notable reductions in new cancer cases—especially squamous cell carcinomas. The findings could shift clinical thinking toward…

The new moon will see dark skies for the peak of the Orionid meteor shower, while three days will pass in front of the red star Antares for observers in South America.

Macquarie University researchers have found social perceptions, not speech patterns, may explain why vocal fry is more often noticed—and criticized—in women.

Suppose you’re a marketing consultant making $52,000 a year and entitled to two weeks of vacation. As a bonus, would you prefer $1,000 or an extra week off?

Naked mole-rats seem to have found nature’s cheat code for longevity. Scientists discovered that small tweaks in one of their proteins make it better at fixing DNA damage, helping the animals resist aging. Even fruit flies with the same changes…

NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope captures the glittering spiral galaxy NGC 6951, where a central bar fuels a spectacular ring of newborn stars.

Scientists have found that preserving lymph nodes during cancer surgery could dramatically improve how patients respond to immunotherapy. The research shows that lymph nodes are essential for training and sustaining cancer-fighting T cells. Removing them may unintentionally weaken the immune…

Here’s what to expect when the Orionid meteor shower peaks on Oct. 21-23 in a dark, moonless sky.