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The center of the image has the brightest pixel, indicating where the comet is. The next brightest shades in the image indicate areas where the instrument detected atoms of hydrogen coming from the comet. This hydrogen is released when sunlight heats the comet, causing its water ice to turn directly into vapor. Once released into space, the water molecules break apart into oxygen and hydrogen atoms.
NASA

New NASA images confirm comet 3I/ATLAS is not aliens

The fast-moving comet likely comes from a solar system that is older than our own.

Drone carrying AED in midair
Heart Disease

Drones are delivering life-saving defibrillators to 911 calls

A new pilot program aims to help EMS respond quicker, not act as a replacement.

Fossilized fish skull attached to fossilized digestive tract
Science

Decapitated fish fossils depict Late Jurassic food chain

'Aspidorhynchus' was an efficient predator–but sometimes they became the prey.

a piece of sliced turkey on a white plate with a side of mashed potatoes, stuffing, and green beans. a dish of cranberry sauce is on the left side
Biology

Tired of turkey? Try gene edited, meat-like fungi.

Using CRISPR, researchers made a protein packed fungi that’s easier to stomach.

A kid playing with a 3Doodler handheld 3D printer
Gear

The 3Doodler is a handheld 3D printer that makes a great gift and it’s only $40 at Amazon for Black Friday

These are the best early Black Friday deals on STEM gifts for kids under $50. Spark imagination without driving parents up the wall.

A close-up photograph of a vibrant yellow snake, coiled around a horizontal brown branch. The snake, a white-lipped island pit viper, has reddish accents on its tail and is looking directly at the camera with large, bright eyes, set against a softly blurred green and blue background.
Ask Us Anything

How do snakes move? It’s not all slithering.

The reptiles can swim, cartwheel, and even fly.

Andy the goose who sports specially designed sneakers fashioned by Gene Fleming of Blue Ribbon Sports Co. riding miniature bicycle w. umbrella attachment on road; Fleming crouching down beside him. (Photo by Keith Philpott/Getty Images)
The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week

A footless goose was at the heart of a 1990s murder mystery

Plus microdosing Vikings other weird things we learned this week.

Thule, REI, and Osprey bags against a nice background of rocks.
Outdoor Gear

REI’s anti-Black Friday sale: Get editor-approved hiking bags and backpacks for clearance prices

Whether you need a super-rugged hiking bag or a laptop bag for going to work, REI has some of our favorite bags and backpacks on clearance.

Black Friday smart home gear deals
Smart Home

These are the best Amazon Black Friday deals on smart home gear and they’re live right now

Whether you're just starting your smart home setup or upgrading your current gear, these Amazon deals are worth taking advantage of.

A JBL 500MK2 soundbar, wireless subwoofer, and remote on a grey Amazon Prime Black Friday background
Speakers

🔊 Get a JBL Dolby Atmos soundbar + subwoofer system for as little as $499 during Amazon’s Early Black Friday sale

Get immersive experiences at significant savings with JBL soundbar systems discounted up to 30% off.

Front and back of Omega penny design
Technology

The U.S. Mint is auctioning the last pennies—and they could sell for millions

Special ‘Omega’ pennies symbolize the end of a 232-year-long era.

Man listening to headphones while writing at desk
Biology

Humans sync their blinks and brain waves to a song’s beat

Our bodies react to music whether we want it to our not.

Breville smart oven with a turkey inside
Home

Save $100 or more off Breville smart ovens during Amazon’s Black Friday sale and cook Thanksgiving dinner with ease

Breville makes the best smart ovens and air fryers around and they're deeply discounted during these early Black Friday deals.

Close up of glossy black wolf snake
Endangered Species

New wolf snake honors the late Steve Irwin

Lycodon irwini is the latest species named after The Crocodile Hunter.

Scanning electron microscopy image of the engineered 3D bone marrow tissue colonized with human blood cells (red). Andrés García García, University of Basel, Department of Biomedicine
Cancer

New lab-made bone marrow model is a bioengineering first

This replica of the body's blood factory is made entirely with human cells.

A plate filled with a traditional holiday meal, featuring sliced roasted turkey breast, a scoop of stuffing, green beans, diced sweet potatoes, and a spoonful of cranberry sauce, all resting on a white plate set on a rustic wooden table.
Heart Disease

Can one big meal really make you gain weight?

The post-holiday scale spike is temporary—unless the leftovers get involved.

An aerial view, taken from a drone, shows two enormous blue whales swimming just below the surface of dark blue ocean water. The whale on the left appears larger, and its skin texture and shape are clearly visible under the water.
Whales

Flying with whales: Drones are remaking marine mammal research

From collecting whale snot to capturing surprising behaviors, aerial drones are giving scientists a new view of life at sea

Close up of Calumma gallus chameleon. Males of Calumma gallus have a nasal appendage with distinct spines.
Endangered Species

No lie. The long-nosed Pinocchio chameleon is multiple species.

Biologists have finally solved the century-old reptilian mystery.

a baby chimp on an adult chimpanzee's back
Wildlife

Chimpanzees’ brutal battle for territory leads to a baby boom

A rival chimp can die in less than 15 minutes during these deadly territorial fights.

Close up of replica of silver goblet from Near East engraved with sun god
Archaeology

4,000-year-old silver goblet tells a tale of chaos and order

The ancient ˁAin Samiya cup is one of the most remarkable finds of the Intermediate Bronze Age.