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Acquired Tastes
Explore the fascinating science behind acquired tastes. From coffee to spicy food, learn how psychology, biology, and culture transform initial aversion into craving.
Ahmad Wehbe
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An In-Depth Examination of Thwaites Glacier
An unprecedented mission explores the depths of Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier. Scientists use submersibles to study rapid melt rates and predict future sea level rise.
Ahmad Wehbe
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Google's Ex-CEO Eric Schmidt Backs Start-Up Approach to Big Telescopes for Space and Astronomy
Eric Schmidt funds a new approach to astronomy: building networked, start-up style telescopes in Chile's Atacama Desert to rival giant observatories.
Ahmad Wehbe
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Scientists Discover 'Cloud-9': The Starless Galaxy That Wasn't
Astronomers have discovered 'Cloud-9,' a mysterious invisible galaxy containing massive amounts of gas but no stars or dark matter, challenging our understanding of cosmic evolution.
Ahmad Wehbe
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NASA to Return I.S.S. Astronauts Home Early Following Medical Issue
NASA will return I.S.S. astronauts home earlier than planned following a medical issue. The crew member is stable, and the decision prioritizes their health and safety.
Ahmad Wehbe
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Canines Master Vocabulary Through Specialized Toy Training
Scientists have discovered that some dogs can learn the names of dozens of objects, a skill known as 'fast mapping.' This research reveals high cognitive abilities in canines.
Ahmad Wehbe
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Icebreaker Araon Reaches Thwaites Glacier for Critical Climate Research
The icebreaker Araon has reached the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica to conduct critical research on its rapid melting, a major contributor to global sea level rise.
Ahmad Wehbe
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NASA Astronaut May Return Early from ISS Due to Medical Issue
A NASA astronaut aboard the International Space Station may return to Earth early due to a medical issue. The condition is reported as non-life-threatening, prompting a precautionary evacuation to ensure the astronaut's health.
Ahmad Wehbe
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Research Vessel Araon Arrives at Thwaites Glacier for Critical Climate Study
The South Korean icebreaker Araon has arrived at Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier, beginning a crucial mission to study the 'Doomsday Glacier' and its contribution to rising sea levels.
Ahmad Wehbe
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Scientists Unearth 60,000-Year-Old Poison on Ancient Arrows
Archaeologists have found the oldest evidence of poisoned weapons on 60,000-year-old arrows in South Africa, revealing sophisticated ancient hunting technology.
Ahmad Wehbe
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Ancient Moroccan Fossils Suggest New Missing Link in Human Evolution
Excavations in Morocco reveal fossils that could bridge the gap in human evolution. Dated to 300,000 years ago, these remains challenge our understanding of human origins.
Ahmad Wehbe
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Caltech Appoints Ray Jayawardhana as New President
Caltech has appointed Ray Jayawardhana, a distinguished astronomer and current dean at Cornell University, as its new president. He will succeed Thomas F. Rosenbaum.
The New York Times