Astrocytes found to directly regulate memory consolidation during sleep
Research has shown that a good night’s sleep has many benefits, including memory consolidation. How sleep enables the brain to strengthen memories is still not
New study challenges long-held view of common bacterial resident of the lungs
Our bodies are teeming with more than 35 trillion bacteria, coexisting in microbiomes inside our guts, mouths, lungs, skin and urogenital tract.
New cross-species map links mouse and marmoset brain regions
Most neuroscience research still runs on mice, even though much of what applies to mice does not hold up in humans. Marmosets have emerged as
Private security firms will soon be allowed to hack overseas cybercriminals
The Trump administration is recruiting private security firms to conduct federal government-authorized operations, including cyberattacks, against overseas-based criminal organizations that commit hacks on US persons
Virgin Galactic wants your help naming its new Delta class spaceship
As Virgin Galactic nears christening the first of its next-generation spaceship designed to launch customers on suborbital flights, it still is missing a key component—a
Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man’s head was sucked out of, report says
A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month’s flight from Greece to Germany.
Who could replace White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt?
The job requires managing a complex relationship with the media – as well Trump’s high expectations.
Four Canadian hockey stars remain suspended after sexual assault acquittal
A fifth has been reinstated, though an appeals board found that the whole group broke Hockey Canada’s code of conduct.
Travis Kelce shares first details from his wedding to Taylor Swift: ‘Best night of my life’
In the comments, Kelce called Swift his “wife” for first time and said it was a “childhood dream” to wed at Madison Square Garden.
Black holes older than the Big Bang could explain dark matter
Some black holes roaming the Universe today may actually be older than the Big Bang. A new cosmic “bounce” model suggests the Universe expanded from
Despite ‘New’ Updates, Flock’s Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties Threat
In response to Flock’s announcement of operational changes, the ACLU breaks down why many fall short.
Walmart banned comedian Damon Darling, but not for buying other people’s groceries
In a statement, the company said the ban was because Darling filmed pranks and skits inside its stores.
Appeals court dodges major ruling on Trump’s contentious use of obscure deportation law
The case focuses on last year’s attempted removal of alleged Tren de Aragua gang members using the 18th century Alien Enemies Act.
The Constitution at a standstill: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, NBC News reporters dig into the impact of the Iran war on the economy at home and also on U.S. forces deployed