Fur Seals’ Hearts Surge Hours After Deep Dives — Here’s Why
New research shows fur seals’ heart rates can double hours after returning to shore — a delayed recovery response scientists hadn’t fully documented before.
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A New Root Cell Helps Bean Seedlings Tough Out Drought and Poor Soil
University of Arizona scientists have identified a previously unknown cell type in bean roots that appears to help young plants cope with dry, nutrient-poor conditions.
Driving Quantum Matter: New Exotic States Created by Timed Magnetic Pulses
Physicists have created unusual quantum states of matter by shifting magnetic fields in carefully timed sequences — a finding that could matter for quantum computing, though much remains untested.
How to Prepare for Extreme Weather Events in 2026
The New Reality: Weather is Changing Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense across the globe. From devastating hurricanes and wildfires to unprecedented heat waves and flooding, 2026 has already demonstrated that preparation is not optional—it’s essential. This comprehensive guide will help you understand the risks and take concrete steps to protect yourself, … Read more
When Two Big Quakes Strike at Once: The Cascadia–San Andreas Connection
New research suggests the Cascadia subduction zone and San Andreas fault can trigger earthquakes within minutes of each other. Here’s what that means—and what we still don’t know.
August 2025 Solar Storm: Check the damages.
August Solar Storm: Northern Lights and Space Weather Explained On a clear summer evening, families across Canada gather outside with thermoses of hot cocoa, eyes fixed on the sky. Word has spread that an incoming solar storm may paint the heavens with shimmering curtains of green and purple. Far beyond their view, a burst of … Read more