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Jake Currie

Jake Currie is a writer based in Brooklyn, NY.

Is Criminal Forensics Bullshit?

Blood pattern analysis, ballistics, and drug-sniffing dogs are getting a fresh look

October 6, 2026

The Incas Adorned Animal Sacrifices With Coca Leaves

The find highlights the importance of the plant to Incan culture

October 6, 2026

Fat Cells May Retain a Memory of Obesity

Which could be why weight regain is so common

October 5, 2026

Your Immune System Ages in Two Big Bursts

Your 40s and 60s are periods of intense remodeling

October 2, 2026

Don’t Miss Saturn in All its Glory This Weekend

And the Orionids later in the month

October 1, 2026

Ancient Pocket Change Reveals Special Status of Rome’s “Little Englanders”

These pilgrims didn’t have to secure travel money

October 1, 2026

A Look at How Many Cancers Are Caused by Infections Worldwide

Nearly one in eight cancers are caused by a pathogen

October 1, 2026

This Real-Life Sea Monster is Controlled by Joysticks

Its unique hypnotic movements are inspiring roboticists

October 1, 2026

This Cool Lava Planet Has an Atmosphere

It’s like a big baby Earth

September 30, 2026