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The best-ever photos of Ultima Thule have made it down to Earth, and they heighten the intrigue about the frigid and faraway world.

This gene is the same gene at the center of the recent CRISPR babies controversy.

A 12-year-old kid from Tennessee created a nuclear reaction in his family's playroom. Here's how he did it.

A four-letter alphabet might seem limited, but it's all nature needed to write the instructions for all life on the planet. News that researchers have added four letters to the genetic alphabet opens the door to new poss...

Turtles have been spotted performing underwater push-ups while hibernating - something that might help them grab enough oxygen to stay alive

According to researchers, keeping both physically and mentally active during middle age can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia during old age. The study found women who participated in mental activities...