In a new study published in Science, a Belgian research team explores how genetic switches controlling gene activity define ...

Emo, short for "emotional hardcore," emerged in the mid-1980s. It evolved into a cornucopia of styles, from indie rock to pop-punk. Pioneers like Rites of Spring and Embrace sowed the seeds, while ...

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs earned a first-round bye in the 2025 playoffs after finishing as the No. 1 seed in the AFC. Even though the team was off, the Kansas City quarterback was certainly busy.

However, the researchers also found that countries where poultry are vaccinated against H5 bird flu—specifically China—saw a faster rate of viral evolution compared to those where poultry is ...

In recent years, we've seen some unusual baby names spiral in popularity, whether that's a name after a season or one that is a little trickier to pronounce - but this year, traditional names are ...

Jess Thomson is a Newsweek Science Reporter based in London UK. Her focus is reporting on science, technology and healthcare. She has covered weird animal behavior, space news and the impacts of ...

Evolution = optimization Evolution is the driving force for every organism. Given its environment, an organism adapts, survives, and withstands selective pressure. "Adaptation can be seen as an ...

Names associated with the ocean (or water in general) hold a special place in my heart. One of my friends who lives with his family out in California lives near the ocean, and all of them have names ...

Three million years ago, our ancestors were vegetarian Nitrogen isotopes in tooth enamel show no evidence of meat consumption in Australopithecus Date: January 17, 2025 Source: University of the ...