The Science Behind Why Soccer Players at the 2026 World Cup Are Cutting Their Socks

Holes in socks have become a curious sight at this year’s World Cup. The reasons why are a weird mix of biomechanics, perception, and player habits.

‘My AI Did It’ Is The Next Courtroom Excuse—And It Might Actually Work

‘It wasn’t me. The agent did it.’ AI agents can use a computer like a ghost or just like you. A digital forensics expert on proving whether you or the AI touched the file.

A Biologist Explains Why Humans Sleep Just 7 Hours (Less Than Any Other Primate)

Humans sleep less than every other primate on record, despite having the biggest brains — biologists call it the human sleep paradox.

The No. 1 Habit To Replace Your Validation Addiction, By A Psychologist

Approval-seeking isn’t a confidence problem — it’s a conditioning pattern. A psychologist explains the one habit that actually interrupts the loop.

The No. 1 Habit To Destroy Your Validation Addiction, By A Psychologist

Approval-seeking isn’t a confidence problem — it’s a conditioning pattern. A psychologist explains the one habit that actually interrupts the loop.

Australia’s Most Endangered Fish Faces An Uncertain Future In Macquarie Harbour

Two endangered Maugean skates have been returned to Tasmania’s Macquarie Harbour after more than two years in captivity. But the harbour they call home remains dangerously degraded.

Good News! Turns Out the Earth Will Never Be Swallowed by the Sun

A new study suggests that when our star becomes unstable in 5 billion years or so, Earth may avoid being engulfed by its fiery demise.

What if the Universe Isn’t as Uniform as Scientists Think?

A study based on 47 million galaxies found that the cosmic web retains patterns on enormous scales, which could force a reevaluation of a pillar of cosmology.

Meet The World Cup Country About To Have 3 Solar Eclipses In 3 Years

A total solar eclipse is coming to Spain on Aug. 12, 2026, the first of three major central solar eclipses in just 532 days. Here’s everything you need to know.

See The Milky Way At Its Best As Planets Glow: The Night Sky This Week

North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead, which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the northern hemisphere. This week: bright planets at dusk and dawn