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Researchers link a gene to the emergence of spoken language
Why did humans start speaking? Scientists suggest genetics played a big role. They say the evolution of this singular ability has been key to our survival. A new study links a particular gene to the ancient origins of spoken language.…
Why asteroid 2024 YR4 is unlikely to hit Earth in 2032 and how scientists keep track
Scientists say the threat of a newly discovered asteroid has risen slightly in the past few weeks, as the world's telescopes rush to track its course. But the chance is still quite slim — a mere 2% — that the space rock will smack Earth in…
A deep-sea neutrino telescope spots the most energetic ghost particle yet
A neutrino detector submerged in the Mediterranean Sea has sniffed out the most energetic ghost particle yet. The newly detected neutrino is 30 times more energetic than the previous recordholder. Neutrinos spew from stars like the sun and…
