Scientists found some cool glass pieces in South Australia that were made after an asteroid hit the Earth 11 million years ago! These pieces are called tektites, and they are different from others because they’re made of different materials and found in different places. Even though the spot where the asteroid landed is still missing, this discovery helps us understand how Earth has changed over time. 🌌🌟 Imagine if a giant ball hit the ground and left a mark, but we couldn'

Scientists found out that exercises like walking and biking can help people with knee pain, which is called osteoarthritis. When we move, our muscles and joints become stronger and work better. For example, when you go for a walk with friends or ride your bike in the park, it's not just fun but also good for your knees! 🌳😊 All types of exercise are safe, but doctors recommend focusing on aerobic activities because they give the most benefits. Remember, even small steps towa

Under the sea, green algae have learned to protect themselves from too much sunlight! They have a special pigment called siphonein. This pigment acts like sunglasses for algae, helping them not to overheat or burn. Imagine playing outside on a hot day without a hat; it would be too hot, right? But with a hat, you feel much better! 😎 Scientists found out that siphonein helps algae use sunlight without getting hurt. They used special cameras and computers to see how it works.

Researchers at Cedars-Sinai found a way to make mice's brains "younger"! They created special cells from human stem cells that helped mice remember better and protected their brains. These "young" cells made the mice feel better and even improved their memory, almost as if they were young again. Scientists think these cells could work like superheroes for the brain, protecting it from aging, perhaps using special signals in the blood. 💪 Now, scientists plan to explore how th

Did you know that you don’t have to run for a long time to get stronger and healthier? Research shows that short, fast sprints can help your heart, improve blood sugar levels, and reduce body fat. It’s like when you quickly run to the store and back home! 🏃‍♀️✨ When you sprint for just a few minutes, your body starts working even better than during a regular run. For example, if you run as fast as you can for 30 seconds a few times, it might be more beneficial than a long jo

Scientists are starting to talk about a cool idea — making the sun a bit dimmer so the Earth doesn’t get too hot. This is called "stratospheric aerosol injection." But a team from Columbia University says it’s not as easy as it sounds! For example, imagine trying to cover the sun with a big umbrella — it could cause weird rain and shortages of some materials. 🌧️ Also, if we try to do this, there might be problems with some technologies we use every day. For instance, when we

Scientists have found that there are interesting deep gullies on Mars, and they think that blocks of carbon dioxide ice might be digging them! ❄️ When this ice slides along the surface and turns into gas, it can create these gullies, looking like little worm trails in the sand. It’s like when you leave footprints in the sand at the beach, but on another planet! In the lab, scientists did experiments to understand how this happens. They were able to recreate the ice's movement

Scientists have discovered unusual "spinning crystals" — solid materials that behave in strange ways, almost like living creatures! 😮 Imagine that instead of stretching, these crystals can twist. They can break into pieces and then reassemble themselves, just like a puzzle! 🧩 It’s similar to how you can squish play dough and then shape it back again, but these crystals do it all by themselves. These crystals are made of tiny particles that spin, which makes their behavior v

Scientists have discovered that not only regular sodas but also diet drinks can be harmful to our liver. In a big study with over 120,000 people, it was found that drinking more than one can a day increases the risk of liver disease. It’s like eating too many candies every day – your body might struggle to keep up! 🍭 Surprisingly, diet drinks might even be worse than we thought. Scientists think they can change the bacteria in our stomach and make us want to eat more. It’s l

Naked mole-rats are funny-looking animals that resemble little potatoes with legs! 🥔 Scientists discovered that these quirky creatures have a secret that helps them live longer. They have special proteins in their bodies that act like tiny repair workers, fixing damaged DNA — just like if you patched a hole in your clothes! When scientists made small changes to these proteins, both the naked mole-rats and even fruit flies with similar changes lived longer. 🌟 This gives hope