Obsessing over model version matters less than workflow.

If language is what makes us human, what does it mean now that large language models have gained “metalinguistic” abilities?

A panel of human judges decided if the model’s work matched or exceeded the output of a skilled human worker. Here's what ...

Scientists have newly described three extraordinary species of tree toad that leapfrog over the egg-to-tadpole stage. The females give birth on land to dozens of toadlets, each measuring just a few ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. A frog’s lifecycle is likely one of the earliest bits of science ...

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Years ago, before the rise of the gig economy, people developed their careers over time, often more slowly than desired. Folks who became DBAs, Data Modelers, or Data Architects had a rule-following ...

Invasive species are always disruptive to the native wildlife in the ecosystems they take over. However, their impact on humans and domesticated animals is usually more indirect. An exception is the ...

Cane toads, an invasive species in Florida, pose a threat to pets and native wildlife due to the toxins they secrete. These toads were introduced to control pests but have become a problem, competing ...

The Yezhong horned toad is only found on a single mountain peak in the Yezhong Nature Reserve, according to a study. Photo by Liu J, Feng C-B, Shen T, Li S-Z, Cheng Y, Wei G, Wang B, Su H (2025).

A chatty animated amphibian starring in videos for Bad Bunny’s recent album has launched the Puerto Rican crested toad — an endangered species native to the island — into newfound fame, following ...

On a Wednesday night in Cambridge’s Porter Square, the neighborhood is mostly quiet – families putting kids to bed and professionals getting ready for another day of work. But there’s one big ...