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 A new analysis finds that data centers’ energy demands will drastically increase power plant emissions over the next decade. Renewables, though, could cut them while helping keep prices from rising. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Environment, Better or Worse 

 This is the first recorded instance of a bovine using tools from her environment to relieve an itch—leaving scientists astonished. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Environment, Bovine Inspiration 

 Chinese scientist He Jiankui wants to end Alzheimer’s and thinks Silicon Valley is conducting a “Nazi eugenic experiment.” ​Read More  Science Latest ​The Big Story, Science, Science / Biotech, Baby Maker 

 From surveys of the pre-Sputnik skies to analysis of interstellar visitors, scientists are rethinking how and where to look for physical traces of alien technology. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Space, SETA 

 A research team has successfully imaged a nova in high resolution—and the images suggest that the nova was not a single, impulsive explosion. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Star Power 

 The “Joining” seems to connect people via radio waves. Let’s dig into the physics at play. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Physics and Math 

 Merge Labs has emerged from stealth with $252 million in funding from OpenAI and others. It aims to use ultrasound to read from and write to the brain. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Biotech, Brain Race 

 New research has discovered that a neural circuit may explain procrastination. Scientists were able to disrupt this connection using a drug. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Psychology and Neuroscience, Procrastination 

 In response to a growing backlash, Microsoft said it would take steps to ensure that data centers don’t raise utility bills in surrounding areas and address other public concerns. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Thirst for Power