Some people think insects only have simple nerves, but research shows they can feel pain. If that is true, it raises the question: do we owe them a moral responsibility? Scientists who study animal sentience argue that many insects react to harmful stimuli in ways similar to vertebrates. They
In a quiet corner of New Mexico, an art school is quietly breaking the mold of how technology and culture can mix. The Institute of American Indian Arts now runs a computer science program where students don’t just learn coding—they explore how machines can listen to fungi, dance with plants, and ev
Research shows that tiny tweaks to your daily routine can add up to big benefits for your heart. Instead of drastic life overhauls, scientists suggest focusing on three simple habits: sleep a bit longer, move more often, and eat a little healthier. The surprising part? These small improvements work
When someone is first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, doctors often wonder how the disease will behave in the long run. New research suggests that a simple blood test taken at the start might give clues about future progression. Scientists have noticed for years that people with MS often have unu
Back in 1903, Massachusetts became the first state to use license plates, starting with simple numbers when cars were uncommon. Over time, plates grew longer and more complex as car ownership exploded. Today, most plates have six to eight random letters and numbers—like "7KQX29"—which might seem fin
A tech founder nearly lost his crypto wallet after a fake Microsoft Teams call that looked totally real. The call included a face and voice he recognized—someone he’d spoken with before from the Cardano Foundation. Two other people joined, making the setup feel normal. When the video froze, a prompt
Hospitals often guess which patients might end up back in care after leaving. They look at basic info like age or recent illnesses, but this way misses what really happens when people recover at home. A patient might seem fine on paper but struggle silently in daily life. This is where wearable gadg
Every summer in Colorado, schools face the same problem: classrooms get too hot to teach in. Fans and open windows can’t fix it when there’s no air conditioning. This isn’t just about comfort—it’s a sign of a bigger issue. For over 30 years, Colorado has kept schools underfunded by limiting how much
Many Iowa families now have a new way to pay for private school or other learning options, thanks to a program called Education Savings Accounts. Instead of being stuck in one school just because it’s close to home, parents can use about $8, 000 per child each year to cover tuition, books, tutors, o
The Pokémon world often borrows from real biology, and some moves or traits in the games aren’t as far-fetched as they seem. Take Corsola, for example—the coral-based Pokémon actually reflects how real coral reefs recover from damage. Normal Corsola looks like healthy coral, while the Galarian form
