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The Photos That Shaped Our Understanding of Earth’s Shape
Visual evidence of our planet’s curvature is relatively recent
The Emotional Cost of Parental Burnout
A burned-out parent is a less emotionally real parent
When Canaries Actually Worked in Coal Mines
These feathery gas detectors became beloved pets in the dark depths
Here’s What’s Happening in the Brain When You’re Improvising
It has a surprising cerebral signature
This Robot is Tinier than a Grain of Salt
Engineers had been trying to solve this problem for 40 years
Genetic Ancestry Doesn’t Tell Your Whole Story
If you’re looking for your genetic origin story, your DNA will only take you so far.
You Might Be Misreading Your Dog
Our own emotions may play a major role when gauging Fido’s feelings
Imagine Your Way to a Better Relationship
Picturing positive encounters can make you like a person more
The Portable Ecosystems of Young Manta Rays
Hitchhiking fishes regularly tag along with young mantas in Florida
How Does Life Take Hold in Barren Environments?
A series of Iceland volcanic eruptions yields clues
AI’s Innate Bias Against Animals
Chatbots and robots are a setback to animal welfare—but have the potential to be a step forward
