The idea that success is deserved has great traction in the world. But Zhuangzi argues that it is a deeply flawed notion

Weather data have helped estimate the density of flying insects in U.S. skies. That could help track climate change’s impact on insects.

The verdict marks the end of the first-ever jury trial over whether tech giants should be held accountable for social media addiction. It may influence the outcome of 2,000 other pending lawsuits.

For the first time, scientists have measured atmospheric gases from the late Pliocene, yielding data that could help to predict the future climate

For decades, science mostly ignored UFOs. Then in 2015 Navy pilots started reporting them. The U.S. government enlisted scientists to investigate.

We get a lot of questions about bumble bees, so we are bringing you answers straight from our many bee experts!

There was more good health news about the COVID-19 vaccine for infants, kids and adults in December. There’s still time to get the shot this winter.

Learn how new discoveries about whale language also raise ethical and legal questions.

Of superbugs and superheroes. Timeline 'R' Us – Explore devastating infections through the ages, alongside crucial scientific discoveries to help control them.

Learn why many rodents have short nails on their thumb rather than long claws, a trait that has helped them eat and thrive for millions of years.

Insects in the order Embioptera spin the finest silk fibers in nature, which they use to build shelters that, when wet, form a strong, protective film.

Learn what cesium-137 is, how food can become radioactive, and what to do if you recently purchased shrimp.

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Mosquitoes can spread a deadly parasite that causes malaria. Learn how experts are using CRISPR to change the mosquito’s genome to stop this spread.

Piles of dirt can cheaply store renewable energy as heat – and that stored energy can reactivate the machinery of retired coal power plants, letting them provide backup power for the electricity grid

Using next-generation technology could offer fresh insight into unprecedented ocean extremes driven by climate change or other factors.

For decades, scientists have worked to phase out the use of animals in research. AI, ‘lungs’ on a chip and more are bringing that goal closer.

Immune-cell function improved in a teenager whose DNA was altered using prime editing.

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Misusing quotations from Shakespeare’s characters is a perennial problem. Kudos to the judge in the Perkins Coie case for getting it right.

The National Association of Science Writers and the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing are excited to announce that ScienceWriters2025 will take place in Chicago, November 7–9, at the Marriott Chicago O’Hare.

Learn how the deeply intelligent killer whale learns to communicate by listening.

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For many of us, the United States means music, progress, hope. Whatever their president does, plenty of Americans continue to believe in those too, says Guardian columnist John Harris

Even without broad influence, we can look for small ways to make a difference

It's not a just a revolutionary and safe vaccine technology – mRNA could help make the best and most expensive drugs in the world affordable for everyone