How Neanderthals and Other Early Humans Evolved to Eat Starch
Two new studies found that ancient human ancestors carried a surprising diversity of genes for amylase, an enzyme that breaks down starch.
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Reinventing Concrete, the Ancient Roman Way
By learning the secrets of 2,000-year-old cement, researchers are trying to devise greener, more durable modern options.
Trial begins over chokehold death of Jordan Neely on NYC subway
The accused, Daniel Penny, has said he did not intend to kill Neely but was frightened for passengers.
Musk is giving some US voters $1m. Is it legal?
Two voters have already picked up their lottery-style cheques for a million dollars from Elon Musk.
Multiple dead, including child, in Texas helicopter crash
A helicopter crashed into a radio tower in the city’s east on Sunday evening, the fire department says.
Five new lawsuits filed against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Two men and three women accuse the hip-hop mogul of sexually assaulting them at various parties in the US.
Trump and Harris trade bitter attacks in battleground blitz
The Republican says his opponent was “lying” about once working at McDonald’s, while she says he is “unstable”.