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A novel analysis combined chemistry and ocean modeling to reveal a likely source of nurdle pollution on coastlines.

The explosive compound forms naturally in the atmospheres of Jupiter and Saturn, but on Earth it is also a byproduct of anaerobic life.

A growing list of dark star candidates could help explain why some early galaxies were so big, so early in the universe.

A new paper describes how protecting shark and ray populations from the black-market wildlife trade can begin with DNA analysis.

The rare hybrid offspring of a blue jay and a green jay is likely a result of weather-related shifts in the range of two species.

Researchers celebrate 10th anniversary of gravitational wave discovery, announce verification of a Hawking theorem.

The James Webb Space Telescope offers a new view of a planetary nebula located about 3,400 light-years away in the constellation Scorpius.

The findings raise the possibility of new treatments for aging-related cognitive decline.

Regular volunteering or helping others outside the home can reduce the rate of cognitive aging by 15-20%.

The galaxy contains far more star-forming clumps than current theoretical models can explain.