How Antidepressants Reached Shark Brains Off Brazil’s Coast

A widely used antidepressant, sertraline, is now being detected in the brains of hammerhead sharks off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, revealing how human health, wastewater systems and marine ecosystems are far more connected than we often realize.

In A First, AI Decodes Entire Scroll Scorched In Mt. Vesuvius Eruption

A full Herculaneum scroll “unwrapped” with technology reveals new texts, titles and authors unknown to history and ushers in a new era for the study of the ancient world.

Mexico’s Victory Over Ecuador Made the Ground Shake. Was It an Artificial Earthquake?

Fans’ euphoric reactions to the Mexican national team’s recent victory in the 2026 World Cup caused a series of unusual vibrations that were detected by seismic warning systems.

Mexico’s Victory Over Ecuador Made the Ground Shake. Was It an Artificial Earthquake?

Fans’ euphoric reactions to the Mexican national team’s recent victory in the 2026 World Cup caused a series of unusual vibrations that were detected by seismic warning systems.

4 Reasons People React Differently To Polar Vortex Versus Heat Domes

As extreme heat grips the eastern U.S., some people are dismissive of warnings. Why does this seem to happen more for extreme heat than extreme cold?

Elon Musk denies a report about SpaceX’s AI phone prototype
Elon Musk denies a report about SpaceX’s AI phone prototype

Elon Musk says a report about a SpaceX AI phone prototype is “utterly false.” The report, published on Wednesday by The Wall Street Journal, says SpaceX showed off a “handset-like prototype” to some investors before launching its record-breaking initial public offering in June. The device was “slimmer than an iPhone,” and they were told it […]

AI-Powered Theodore Roosevelt Is Ready To Answer Your Questions

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library opens in North Dakota on July 4 featuring multiple interactive elements, including a chatty, lifelike avatar of the president.

Penalty Shootouts: Is the Team That Kicks First More Likely to Win?

Penalty kicks are already proving critical to big wins at this year’s World Cup. But the advantage in penalty kicks has more to do with psychological effects than who kicks first.

Penalty Shootouts: Is the Team That Kicks First More Likely to Win?

Penalty kicks are already proving critical to big wins at this year’s World Cup. But the advantage in penalty kicks has more to do with psychological effects than who kicks first.

Fourth Of July Fireworks Scare Many Pets. Here’s How To Help

Fourth of July fireworks can terrify pets to the point of running away, so AVMA President Michael Q. Bailey shares tips for keeping them safe — and feeling safe.