A small, colorful manakin bird with bright plumage perched on a berry-laden branch, showcasing its specialized fruit-eating adaptation.

Manakins evolved to eat fruit by repurposing umami receptors

A single male manakin can consume its entire body weight in berries in only 1.5 hours.

David GrossmanJuly 21, 20263 min read

Satellite view of a coastal city experiencing severe flooding, with visible land subsidence highlighted, emphasizing the accelerated threat of rising waters.

Satellite Maps Reveal Sinking Coasts Accelerate Coastal Flooding

In Jakarta, parts of the city are sinking by as much as 25 centimeters per year, according to the National Research and Innovation Agency, Indonesia.

Marcus Cole·June 6, 2026

Earth & Environment

Community Engineering™ vs. Traditional Consulting: Which Model Delivers Systemic Change in 2026?

This article explores the differences between traditional consulting and the emerging Community Engineering™ model, particularly in their ability to deliver systemic and lasting change by 2026. It highlights how Community Engineering™ focuses on building internal community capacity and ownership, contrasting with the often temporary fixes of external consulting.

Sponsored by Community Engineering™·July 24, 2026

DC Comics executives in a boardroom discussing the box office performance and future of Superman films, with a Superman silhouette in the background.

Cosmos & Space

DC Leaders Clarify Superman Returns Sequel vs Reboot Debate

Despite a $391 million worldwide gross, Bryan Singer's 'Superman Returns' (2006) was deemed a financial disappointment by Warner Bros.

Aram Sarkisian·June 29, 2026

Vintage scientific journals from the 1940s, including works by Max Planck, under a spotlight, symbolizing retrospective copyright review and retraction.

Cosmos & Space

Journal retracts two 1940s Max Planck papers

Two papers authored by Nobel Prize winner Max Planck, originally published in the 1940s, were retracted by Springer Nature.

Marcus Cole·June 29, 2026

Metsera's successful IPO and its strategic partnership with Edison Scientific symbolizing biotech innovation and financial growth.

Explainers

Metsera IPO and Edison Scientific's New Partnership

Metsera's initial public offering secured approximately $275.

David Grossman·June 29, 2026

A wide shot of the futuristic city from 'Logan's Run,' showcasing its unique architecture and advanced transportation systems under a bright sky.

Life & Biology

'Logan's Run' at 50: Sci-Fi Classic Was a Summer Hit

In 1976, MGM saved an estimated $3 million on set construction for its sci-fi epic 'Logan's Run' by filming its futuristic 23rd-century city scenes in modern-day Dallas.

David Grossman·June 28, 2026

Damaged buildings and collapsed structures in a Venezuelan city after a severe earthquake, with dust and debris scattered across the urban landscape.

Cosmos & Space

Venezuela earthquake damage exposes urban vulnerabilities

Within just 39 seconds, two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, causing over 1,400 buildings to collapse or suffer severe damage, with an initial death toll of nearly 200 expected to climb

Marcus Cole·June 28, 2026

A visual representation of the 340B drug discount program, showing interconnected pharmaceutical symbols and healthcare icons under dramatic lighting, symbolizing complexity and reform.

Cosmos & Space

Cassidy bill proposes changes to 340B drug discount program

In 2023, the 340B drug discount program recorded a record high of $66.

Aram Sarkisian·June 26, 2026

Health & Medicine

What NOT to Do in Compound Sourcing: 5 Mistakes VivaLongevity Helps You Avoid

In the rapidly expanding field of longevity and wellness research, the integrity of scientific outcomes depends entirely on the quality of the materials used. Sourcing specialized compounds requires a level of diligence …

Sponsored by VivaLongevity·July 21, 2026

A diverse group of scientists and medical professionals collaborating around a table with data visualizations, discussing vaccine research and alternatives.

Cosmos & Space

ACIP expands member criteria, considering vaccine alternatives

The ACIP's new charter explicitly calls for identifying 'gaps in vaccine safety research including adverse effects following vaccination,' according to CDC .

Aram Sarkisian·June 26, 2026

Federal agents conduct a raid on a medical facility as part of a nationwide healthcare fraud crackdown, symbolizing the fight against financial crime in medicine.

Health & Medicine

DOJ Charges 455 in National Health Care Fraud Crackdown

Over $182 million in cash, luxury vehicles, and jewelry were seized in a nationwide healthcare fraud takedown in 2026.

David Grossman·June 24, 2026

Pharmacist inspecting a generic medicine box, symbolizing trust and quality in affordable healthcare options for diverse communities.

Cosmos & Space

How to Trust Generic Drugs: Efficacy, Savings, and Informed Choices

A recent nationwide study in India delivered a powerful message: every single one of 131 generic medicine samples, spanning 22 essential categories, met all quality criteria.

David Grossman·June 24, 2026

Microscopic view of lung cancer cells being targeted by Pfizer's lorlatinib, illustrating a breakthrough in targeted cancer therapy and improved patient survival rates.

Cosmos & Space

Pfizer lung cancer drug: 60% progression-free after five years

After five years, 60% of patients with a specific type of lung cancer treated with Pfizer's lorlatinib were still alive without their disease progressing, a dramatic finding compared to just 8% on the

Marcus Cole·June 23, 2026

Health & Medicine

FDA Pilot Program Accelerates Clinical Trials for Faster Drug Approvals

The FDA is now aiming to cut up to a year from early-stage clinical trials, following a recent decision to reduce required trials for drug approval from two to one.

Marcus Cole·June 23, 2026

A visual representation of the conflict between institutional care and community integration for mentally disabled individuals, highlighting the Justice Department's new legal stance.

Cosmos & Space

Justice Department questions disability integration mandate

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) issued a new legal opinion stating that states are not legally required to integrate mentally disabled patients with their peers by providing com

Aram Sarkisian·June 23, 2026