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OpenAI’s brain implant would use ultrasound to read minds. Does the science stand up?

Spin-out Merge Labs aims to rival Elon Musk’s firm Neuralink. But researchers say the technology is still at an early stage.

Investigation into PSLV failures ‘ongoing’, next launch date in June: Minister

Investigation into PSLV failures continues, with ISRO targeting a June launch date amid ongoing analysis and external ...

The painting that could finally prove Anne Boleyn's 'sixth finger' was a MYTH: Infrared scan reveals hidden detail in a 400-year-old portrait of King Henry VIII's second wife

A 400-year-old painting could finally prove that Anne Boleyn's 'sixth finger' was nothing more than a vicious rumour.
Nature

See the Sun expand and contract like a pufferfish — January’s best science images

The month’s sharpest science shots, selected by Nature ’s photo team.

Why do people from Barrow and Lancaster sound so different? Scientists reveal why the accents are so dissimilar – despite being just 35 miles apart

Researchers from Lancaster University analysed recordings of people in Preston, Lancaster, and Barrow-in-Furness, from the 1880s through to today.

States that once led in child vaccination fall as they expand exemptions

States that were leaders in childhood vaccination before the pandemic are among those losing ground as exemptions and unfounded skepticism take hold, encouraged by the Trump administration’s stance ...