evolution

The Bear That Waited Thousands of Years for the Truth to Catch Up

For most of human history, the frozen ground of the far north acted like a…


A Living Fossil With a Genome That Defies Evolutionary Rules

For a long time, humans have relied on simple mental shortcuts to make sense…


Here’s Why Scientists Now Think Consciousness Is Far More Common in the Animal Kingdom

Have you ever looked into the eyes of an animal and wondered if there is truly…


Scientists Reveal Sea Urchins Are More Brain Than Body

Sea urchins are usually known for their spines, their slow crawl across the…


The Microbe That Redefines Life Reminds Us Why Curiosity Still Matters

There are moments when science stops feeling like science and starts feeling…


New Research Proves That Humans Have a 'Magnetic' Sixth Sense

Every year, monarch butterflies cross entire continents without a map. Salmon…


Over 40 Percent Of Americans Believe Humans And Dinosaurs Co-Existed, According To One Poll

Imagine a world where humans and dinosaurs roamed the Earth together — a scene…