Researchers at Adelaide University have developed a new type of robotic system inspired by bees and ants that could make ...

The moment of first contact with extraterrestrials is a staple of science fiction. It usually involves a frantic scientist having a Eureka moment, realising in a single dramatic instant that Earth is ...

When a bee crashes into water, it may still be able to swim to safety. New research from Michigan State University confirms that honeybees can propel themselves across the water's surface, and their ...

Experts discuss the threat and how to escape aggressive bees. Hint: Don’t jump in water. By Christine Hauser On a hot day in a remote area of southern Arizona last month, firefighters donned ...

Imagine being in bed, sound asleep, when your country's emergency alert system suddenly goes off on your phone. Scary stuff.

A mind wrapped in skin and bone can feel like the obvious model for consciousness. But that assumption may say more about ...

A rare visitor from another star system prompted SETI to hunt for alien technology, but the mysterious object appears to be a ...

Despite having tiny brains, bumblebees have demonstrated a remarkable ability to socially learn how to use tools, solve simple puzzles, and cooperate to achieve a goal. It seems they can also solve ...

Polygon Summer Game Fest 2026 Live game reveals, world premiere trailers, and what’s next from 40+ developers, publishers, and hardware makers. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is a co-op shooter where you ...

A new study shows that bumble bees can position a ball underneath a fake “flower” to reach a reward, suggesting that they might have the cognitive flexibility necessary to solve complex problems.

The International Academy of Astronautics has updated its protocols for confirming and announcing the discovery of alien life. New guidelines address the modern challenges of social media, ...

For a man who adores his world-building, James Cameron didn't have to do much heavy lifting when it came to Aliens. Unlike, Cameron's Avatar films, the 1986 sequel to Ridley Scott's Alien chooses not ...