Anatomy of a superorganism: Ant pupae secrete fluid as "milk" to nurture young larvae
Life in an ant colony is a symphony of subtle interactions between insects acting in concert, more like cells in tissue than independent organisms bunking in a colony. Now, researchers have discovered a previously unknown social interaction that unit.....»»
New AI model can provide high-accuracy forecasts from even low-resolution data
Being able to create accurate weather models for weather forecasting is essential for every aspect of the American economy, from aviation to shipping. To date, weather models have been primarily based on equations related to thermodynamics and fluid.....»»
Brad Pitt stages a Formula One racing comeback in first teaser for F1
Pitt: "You've never seen speed, you've never seen just the G forces like this." Brad Pitt and Damson Idris co-star in F1, coming to theaters next summer. Can a washed-up Formula One driver come out of retirement to mentor a young ro.....»»
Starlings" migratory behavior found to be inherited, not learned
Young, naïve starlings are looking for their wintering grounds independently of experienced conspecifics. Starlings are highly social birds throughout the year, but this does not mean that they copy the migration route from each other......»»
Young people feeling robbed of their youth, new report finds
A new report from the Monash Center for Youth Policy and Education Practice (CYPEP), has found that young people are missing out on being young......»»
Did Hawaii just pave the way for court enforcement of California"s climate promises?
Last month, 13 young Hawaiian plaintiffs were set to take the state's Department of Transportation to trial for failing to make real headway on reducing planet-warming pollution. Instead, on the eve of their court date, the youths inked a groundbreak.....»»
Swarm of dusty young stars found around our galaxy’s central black hole
Stars shouldn't form that close to the black hole, so these would need explaining. Enlarge / The Milky Way's central black hole is in a very crowded neighborhood. (credit: UMass/D.Wang/NASA/STScI) Supermassive black hole.....»»
Exploring the casque anatomy of aerial jousting helmeted hornbills
New research reveals how the surprising internal anatomy of the helmeted hornbill's casque allows it to withstand damage during aerial jousting battles with rivals. Researchers hope that this new understanding can help to conserve this critically end.....»»
From stars to oceans: The impact of penetrative turbulence on climate science
Turbulence is an area of fluid dynamics that has been known about and researched for over a century. Most of us are broadly aware of it as a concept from our travels in the air, wherein it can at best be an inconvenience but at worst a frightening an.....»»
How is concern about climate change taking a toll on young people?
A scientist from UNSW explains how the climate crisis is affecting the mental health of young people worldwide......»»
Aging Might Not Be Inevitable
There are biological underpinnings to aging—and so researchers are investigating cell manipulations, transfusions of young blood, and chemical compounds that can mimic low-calorie diets......»»
Igniting Innovation: The China-US Young Maker Competition Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators
In today’s rapidly evolving world, innovation isn’t just a buzzword – it’s the driving force behind progress and change. The China-US Young Maker Competition embodies this spirit of innovation, providing a platform for makers to.....»»
Hack Club! Creating a Foundation to Empower Thousands of Teen Makers Worldwide
Hack Club is a worldwide nonprofit program that brings together hundreds of thousands of young people from diverse backgrounds who love to build and make projects with technology, art, and creativity. The post Hack Club! Creating a Foundation to Emp.....»»
Social media is a likely cause of confusion in modern mate selection
A recent sociological study finds that most young adults surveyed reported feeling confused about their options when it comes to dating decisions. Preliminary analysis suggests that more than half of young people experience confusion about choosing l.....»»
Artificial light is a deadly siren song for young fish
New research finds that artificial light at night (ALAN) attracts larval fish away from naturally lit habitats while dramatically lowering their chances of survival in an "ecological trap," with serious consequences for fish conservation and fishing.....»»
New mRNA technology turns cells into long-lasting drug factories
A team of researchers has established a ribonucleic acid (RNA)-based method that drives cells in the body to produce therapeutic proteins and secrete them into the bloodstream. The approach could potentially extend the lifespan of drugs in the body,.....»»
Automotive News looking for Rising Stars
Do you know an up-and-coming young executive in the U.S. auto industry whose achievements deserve recognition?.....»»
Australia"s new consent campaign gets a lot right: But consent education won"t be enough to stop sexual violence
The Australian government has recently launched Consent Can't Wait, a campaign focused on supporting sexual consent communication between adults and young people......»»
Who will like beetle skewers? What Europeans think about alternative protein food
Why do people in Paris like seaweed and tofu salad? Will Italians be tempted to try a beetle skewer? How many young Polish consumers are "food innovators," eager to eat chickpea pâté? In an international project, researchers from SWPS University an.....»»
Can marketing classes teach sustainability? Four key insights
Young adults have an important role to play in achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Adopted by all UN member nations, the SDGs offer a frame for an ambitious plan to transform our world for the better......»»
Over 300 million young people have experienced online sexual abuse, exploitation, finds metastudy
It takes a lot to shock Kelvin Lay. My friend and colleague was responsible for setting up Africa's first dedicated child exploitation and human trafficking units, and for many years he was a senior investigating officer for the Child Exploitation On.....»»