The brain's hardware and software are not separate. A new study reveals that the physical stiffness of brain tissue directly dictates which chemical signals neurons receive, a finding that upends ...

A CONSERVATIONIST who advised a Borders bird of prey project has been named on the long list for a prestigious literary award.

Nederland Middle/Senior High junior Amika Begin turned her interest in sports marketing into a science project, investigating ...

Le Ky Nam, the youngest competitor at the 2026 International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad in Slovenia, earned a bronze medal with his practical exam score of 99.26 out of 100.

The Game Developers Conference, now rebranded as the “GDC Festival of Gaming”, expands beyond its traditional conference roots.

Celebrate Pi Day and read all about how this number pops up across math and science on our special Pi Day page. Grab something circular, like a cup, measure the distance around the circle, and divide ...

Why did East Asia’s economy grow so rapidly in recent decades and Africa’s so slowly? How might Africa replicate East Asia’s success? A vast literature addresses these questions, but new books keep ...

The new senior tax deduction is worth up to $6,000 for single adults and $12,000 for married couples. This reduces your taxable income for the year, potentially resulting in greater tax savings. It's ...

Every time we feel a gentle tap on the skin, specialized nerve cells convert that physical force into an electrical signal ...

Merit badges have always been the heart of the Boy Scouts. They reflect the skills and knowledge considered important at the ...

The NBA has revamped the format for the annual All-Star Game again. The league has tried to drum up some more interest from fans and players alike to create a more intriguing event. Last year, that ...

Each spring, amateur astronomers attempt the ultimate stargazing challenge—an overnight quest to spot every galaxy, nebula, and star cluster in Charles Messier’s famous catalog. Photographer Alan Dyer ...