“Immodest Acts” tells the story of Benedetta Carlini, a lesbian nun who claimed to be a mystic visionary but failed to convince the leaders of her faith.
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When making any tough decision, the key is not to be overly exploratory or exploitative.
Can electrical stimulation meaningfully substitute for natural touch during a complex task in the real world? We think so.
At very high and very low temperatures, matter takes on properties that open up an entire Universe of remarkable new possibilities.
Moments of social anxiety around truth tend to be accompanied by similar “fool the eye” pop culture phenomena.
Behavioral interventions may be better for long-term health.
How efficiently could quantum engines operate?
Many organizations are just scratching the surface of what their talent is capable of, but reskilling programs help unlock untapped potential.
“Who ya gonna believe: me or your own eyes?” Until you can assess your perception, the answer should be neither.
Spirals, ellipticals, and irregulars are all more common than ring galaxies. At last, we know how these ultra-rare objects are made.
Inflection points veer life in unexpected directions. While unnerving, they provide opportunities for those who can navigate them.
Satire and an inflated sense of self-importance collide in a series of maps that goes back more than 100 years in American history.
Pluto failed to meet the definition of a planet, but some astronomers think there might be a legitimate Planet 9 out there.
Much of the discussion began during the pandemic, which really brought mental health issues to the forefront.
Benjamin Franklin’s lightning rod saved countless lives, but some religious leaders denounced his invention.
The recently discovered Oort cloud comet, Bernardinelli–Bernstein, has the largest known nucleus: 119 km. Here’s what it could do to Earth.
Plants are very sensitive to touch, with research showing that touching a plant can change its genome and launch a cascade of plant hormones.
The European Space Agency’s Solar Orbiter recently captured images that could help scientists better under the mysterious physics of our Sun.
When was the last time you spent some quality time with yourself?
Dr. Tyson explains where we might find aliens, why “dark matter” is a misleading term, and why you can blame physics for your favorite team’s loss.
Bruce Willis has announced he is stepping away from acting.
Single objects rarely change the course of an entire scientific field. Distant object GNz7q, a galaxy-quasar hybrid, might do exactly that.
Studies show that feelings of ease and comfort in a given situation are tied to feelings of authenticity.
A lucky discovery involving lithium-sulfur batteries has a legitimate chance to revolutionize how we power our world.
Archaic humans ventured into Eurasia in waves, not always successfully. They may have started their journey in North Africa or West Asia.
“Dead” satellites aren’t just space junk. They are also targets for hackers to hijack and use to broadcast misinformation.
A floating platform the size of Rome collapsed off of Antarctica.
U.S. nuclear power plants are built to survive external attacks. Even missiles or a commercial aircraft strike would not cause a meltdown or radiation leak.
Many atheists think of themselves as intellectually gifted individuals, guiding humanity on the path of reason. Scientific data shows otherwise.
A new, easy-to-use, $5-device helps address male infertility. It isolates healthy sperm cells based on their natural behavior.