Forgetting names and details isn’t a failing mind at work. Two habitual patterns of forgetfulness reveal how efficiently your brain edits what actually matters.
That V-shaped hairline isn’t the simple dominant gene textbooks describe — it traces to embryonic eye position. Here’s what really shapes a widow’s peak.
Sharks have been observed rubbing against manta rays and other large marine animals, likely as an alternative way to remove parasites when cleaner fish aren’t accessible.
Scientists have long assumed that there’s an upper limit to the intensity of the solar winds that reach Earth. New research suggests there’s not—and the implications are alarming.
Extreme fire conditions on the ground have created unprecedented conditions in the atmosphere.
A psychologist explains the two everyday habits that separate decades-long friendships from ones that quietly fade — and the mindset shift behind both.
Climate change is upping the odds of major wildfires, creating a need for new tools to combat them.
Amazon filed an FCC application on Saturday to launch a new Leo satellite constellation that will provide direct-to-device satellite service for “voice, messaging, data, and emergency services.” If approved, Amazon will begin deploying the new constellation of 5,105 satellites in 2028. It says it plans to partner with mobile network operators to offer direct-to-device satellite […]
Beluga whales were in danger of getting euthanized after a Canadian theme park went bust. WIRED spoke with some of the scientists behind the groundbreaking rescue mission.
New research reveals ADHD isn’t one-size-fits-all — covering social media’s specific role, why medication rarely ‘stops working,’ and its 24-hour reach.